In a world obsessed with clear faces and fair skin, beauty has been confined to a narrow spectrum — smooth, unblemished, and standardized.From cosmetic industries to digital filters, global culture keeps telling us that perfection means a spotless face and lighter tone.But across Africa, for thousands of years, a very different philosophy of beauty has…
A few days ago, I met a young journalist from Bihar. Barely 21 or 22 years old, he was already carrying the weight of frustration that usually belongs to older generations. His anger was not without reason. Born and raised in Bihar, he has seen closely how politics and governance can shape, and sometimes crush,…
For generations, Adivasis have been stereotyped as a community bound to forests, agriculture, and wage labour. One common statement often thrown around is:“Adivasi will never become Baniya – even in 100 years.”This is not just a casual remark, but a reflection of a deeply rooted perception that Adivasis are somehow “fixed” in one way of…
In a stunning rise that has electrified Indian athletics, Animesh Kujur, a 22-year-old sprinter from a tribal village in Chhattisgarh, has become the fastest man in India. His journey—from dusty fields in Jashpur to global tracks in Europe—is a story of grit, discipline, and unshakable ambition. As of July 2025, Animesh holds national records in…
By Vijay Oraon | firstpeople.in China’s open support for Pakistan during India’s Operation Sindoor — a recent high-intensity military or strategic action — is being seen by many Indian observers as a strategic mistake. While Beijing may have sought to pressure New Delhi regionally, it inadvertently triggered an ideological shift that could haunt its long-term…
✍️ By Vijay Oraon | FirstPeople.in In the changing landscape of Indian democracy, one of the most significant and inspiring developments has been the rise of tribal leadership at both state and national levels. Once confined to the margins, Adivasi (tribal) voices are now occupying top constitutional, executive, and political positions in India, rewriting the…
By Vijay Oraon | firstpeople.in In a rapidly shifting Indo-Pacific landscape, China’s growing military support to Pakistan—ranging from advanced weaponry to satellite and air defense technology—has added a new layer of complexity to regional security. For India, this is not just a bilateral threat but a strategic signal from Beijing. In response, New Delhi may…
By Vijay Oraon In recent years, commentators and political analysts have drawn parallels between India, Israel, and the Netherlands, claiming these nations face a common enemy: Islamic terrorism. In one such podcast, a Dutch citizen asserted that these countries are “on the same side” of a global struggle. While this framing may hold superficial appeal,…
India and Pakistan, two neighboring South Asian nations, have maintained a complex and often adversarial relationship since their independence in 1947. Both countries have invested heavily in their military capabilities, driven by historical conflicts, territorial disputes (particularly over Kashmir), and mutual distrust. This article provides a comparative analysis of their defense capabilities, covering military personnel,…
Vijay Oraon | firstpeople.in In the heart of a profession long dominated by men, Lieutenant Colonel Sophia Qureshi has carved out a place in history. As the first Indian woman to lead an Indian Army contingent in a foreign military exercise, her journey exemplifies courage, discipline, and the rising strength of women in the nation’s…
