Why The Hindu-German Conspiracy Remains A Historic Failure
What made Irish nationalists, German spies and Sikh revolutionaries work together in the United States during World War I?
The Bourbons of India: How French Royalty Survives in Bhopal
Does an Indian hold claim to be the King of France?
The Legendary Gold-Digging Himalayan Marmot
The legendary Himalayan Marmots are ferocious, ground squirrels, whose protection is yet to be guaranteed.
The Words and Wisdom of Nelson Mandela
Mandela’s life and message keeps alive a hope that the future will be less bleak, more inspiring and perhaps, just.
Digital Politics In The 21st Century
You are being politically programmed – one post at a time, aided by digital memes and data-driven political marketing.
The Unease Of Doing Business In India
In India, doing business is easy – for those who know the right people and know how to grease their palms.
Stopping The Plastic Highways From Choking The Ocean
Over five trillion pieces of plastic, weighing over 250,000 tonnes, is choking our oceans. How can we stop this damage?
How J.R.R. Tolkien Made Fantasy A Reality
On J.R.R. Tolkien’s 126th anniversary, the British author remains the cornerstone of immersive fantasy fiction.
The Calendar Conundrum: Is it 2018, 1939 Or 2074?
Thanks to the multiplicity of calendars, India lives in the past, present and the future, depending on what we choose.
Manasollasa: The 12th-Century Treatise On The Art of Living
This treatise on life by a 12th century Chalukya king will teach you how to eat, sing, dance, rule and live well.
The Cutting of the Clitoris: Female Genital Mutilation and the Bohra Muslims
Despite signing international treaties, India has yet to outlaw female genital mutilation.
The Tragic Saga of South Asia’s Dancing Bears
For centuries, bears were tortured into submission and made to dance. Now, this cruel practice is nearing its end.
Breaking India One Hate Speech At A Time
India’s politicians spew hate and fan communal tensions for electoral gains, with utter disregard for the law.
Edakkal: The Indus Valley Link In Kerala’s Oldest Caves
Ancient caves in Kerala present the first known samples of drawing in India. They may also link to an ancient civilisation.
How Christianity Arrived In Kerala Through Syrian Immigrants
In Kerala, Christianity is said to have arrived while Jesus Christ’s apostles were still alive.