Understanding the Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana
We associate the Kama Sutra with sex. But there are many more facets to this ancient treatise.
Are We Ready For The Robot Sex Revolution?
At what point does the artificial simulation of sex go too far?
The Hyderabad Rocks That Predate The Himalayas
The localities of Banjara Hills and Jubilee Hills are home to rock formations, billions of years in the making.
Velu Nachiar: The Legendary Queen Who May Have Invented Suicide Bombing
Velu Nachiar managed to reclaim her kingdom from the British – making her the first queen to rebel against the Empire.
Could Bhil Archers Be India’s Key To The Olympics?
Living out the legendary legacy of Ekalavya, the Bhil archers of today are India’s best bet at an Olympic medal in archery.
How Jain Diamond Traders Took Over The World
By preserving their networks of trust, Jain traders have overcome monopolies, cultural differences and geographical limitations.
Pandita Ramabai: India’s First Feminist?
Pandita Ramabhai was the most learned Indian woman of her time and an early icon of women’s education in India.
The 2000-Year-Old Gold Mines At Kolar
Kolar’s famed gold-mines are silent today. But for millennia, they were the epicentre of a gold rush.
Life Lessons From the Jataka Tales
The ancient Buddhists proved to be excellent storytellers, as the millennia-old Jataka tales remain popular even today.
Hunting The Humpback Mahseer To Extinction
The Humpback Mahseer, Asia’s mighty fish swimming in the Kaveri, is admired, hunted & conserved – yet nearly extinct.
The Curious Case Of Afghanistan’s Wakhan Corridor
The Wakhan Corridor, a buffer zone between three nuclear powers, is one of the most strategic regions in the world.
When Indian Special Forces, CIA Agents, and Sherpas Worked Together
For a brief period during the Cold War, India was a base for covert American operations against China.
Would Gandhi Have Approved Of Mandatory Aadhaar Cards?
Is there a difference between the id cards that Mahatma Gandhi protested against, and the Aadhar card we are made to accept today?
Preserving India’s Lion-Tailed Macaques
The Lion-Tailed Macaques, much like humans, use creativity to make and use tools. Can we preserve them & their habitat?
Birsa Munda: The Messianic Tribal Folk Hero of Jharkhand
The iconic tribal leader of Jharkhand, Birsa Munda, is a fascinating case of a messiah-turned-revolutionary.