The Taj Mahal: Symbol of Maternal Death?
Mumtaz Mahal, the lady in whose honour the Taj Mahal was built, died of preventable, maternity-related ailments.
Brushstrokes in Time
Sylvia Vetta’s novel puts you in the shoes of an artist struggling to paint under the shadow of Mao’s Cultural Revolution.
Lessons From The Andaman Tribes
Tribal inhabitants of the Andaman & Nicobar islands understand their ecology better than we do. Yet, we kill them by trying to bring them out.
It’s The Season For Sugarcane
Since ancient times, sugarcane juice has been the healthiest respite from the summer heat.
The Iconic Ambassador
The Hindustan Motors Ambassador was the staple car of post-Independence India. Now, it’s set to drive into the sunset.
Learning From History’s Mistakes: Jallianwala Bagh
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre took place 98 years ago, but we’ve yet to take the right lessons from it.
Why Ambedkar Quit Hinduism
Hinduism was a very different experience for Ambedkar. More than a way of life, it was a system of oppression.
Up Close With The Metallic Tarantula
The Metallic Tarantula has been a signpost for new research into nanotechnology. Is there more to be learned from spiders?
The Eternal Saga Of The Sari
The Sari is as much a symbol of sexuality, power, and identity, as of versatility and repression. What makes a Sari unique?
Malik Ambar: The Ethiopian Who Ruled The Deccan
Malik Ambar, born Chapu in Ethiopia, was a slave who became Prime Minister of the Deccan. What does his story tell us?
Mewar Ramayana: The Largest Illustrated Ramayana
The wold’s largest illustrated Ramayana was painted by a muslim painter – Sāhib Dīn. What does Mewar Ramayana represent?
Gandhi: A Sexually Repressed Pervert?
Gandhi slept naked with his adolescent grand nieces to test his sexual urge. Are his perverse celibacy tests justified?
The Wild Yak
The wild yak became an endangered species after borders limited their range, and domesticated yaks ate their food.
Are We Ready For The Robot Revolution?
Robots revolution is on its way. They are slowly and steadily replacing human workforce. How can we prepare for the future?
India’s Dismantled Healthcare
Public sector health care in India is negligent and poorly administered. Did this create India’s monstrous private health care?