Thought Factory

THOUGHT FACTORY: GENIUS WHACKOS IN CHESS LAND!

Exploring the eccentricities and breakdowns of chess legends, proving that even the greatest minds aren't immune to the pressures of the game. MONOJIT LAHIRI tracks the histor...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: CELEB SOUNDBYTES AND HUMAN TRAGEDIES

Monojit Lahiri investigates this contentious issue in the face of the latest nightmare emerging from Kolkata's R.G Kar Medical college, paralysing popular imagination.  &...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: FALLING IN LOVE WITH YOURSELF

"Self-love is not just a trending concept; it's a transformative journey that requires patience, perseverance, and the courage to embrace your imperfections." Jiya M writes&he...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: THE POWER OF POETRY

"Explore the timeless power of poetry and its ability to immortalize emotions, connect souls, and express the inexpressible, all while enriching our understanding of language ...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: A CAUTIONARY TALE FOR INDIA'S BUREAUCRACY

The delicate balance between public service and private interests in India, and employing leadership from within the bureaucracy is crucial to maintaining the integrity of our...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: CRICKET FUTURE  OF USA

Examining the potential of cricket's growth in the USA amidst a landscape dominated by traditional American sports. Monojit Lahiri investigates… The Cricket Conundrum:...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: A CAR FOR MR. CHATTERJEE!

An unforgettable encounter: How selling our Ambassador car led to an evening with Bengali cinema legend Soumitra Chatterjee. Vandana Kumar writes… In 2020, the world o...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: INDIAN INDEPENDENT CINEMA’S EVOLUTION

Exploring the journey of Indian independent cinema from the constraints of the pre-internet era to the digital renaissance, highlighting key films, the rise of documentary fil...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: THE FUTURE OF DEMOCRACIES

Vinta Nanda looks at how the Internet and AI are poised to reset the world order, explores the decline of Hindutva politics and the rise of inclusive spiritualism as a unifyin...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: BOYS DON'T CRY – CISSIES DO, OKAY?

NONSENSE! RUBBISH! BAKWAS! Monojit Lahiri attempts to check out this hugely dumb and misleading flawed mindset. Redefining masculinity, explains how India's cricket victory sh...

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GUJARATI THEATRE PASSION AND PERFORMANCE

Actor Leena Shah reflects on her enduring journey through Gujarati theatre, sharing insi...

March 22 2026

DHURANDHAR REVIEW SPECTACLE VERSUS SUBSTANCE

Dhurandhar – The Revenge unfolds as an ambitious spectacle, blending geopolitics, ...

March 21 2026

IFFD 2026 OPENS GLOBAL DIALOGUES

IFFD 2026 - A Festival of Dialogue, Discovery and Global Exchange: With Oliver Laxe&rsqu...

March 20 2026