Why India Needs A Gandhi Now
As the world’s largest democracy descends into authoritarianism, the country desperately needs a leader like Gandhi.
What Chimps & Gorillas Tell Us About Human Language
The gestures we have in common with chimpanzees are a remnant of the sign-language we share with our ancestors–the apes.
Fast Fashion: The Enemy Of The Environment
Fast fashion is environmentally unsustainable. There is an urgent need for reconsidering our clothing choices.
Iraq Before The Interventionist Wars
Florence E Cheeseman’s paintings clear the fog of war & help us understand the impact of interventionist wars in Iraq.
Kashmir & The “India-Pakistan Question”
As a British general predicted, Kashmir remains a ‘Spanish ulcer’ that drains manpower and resources.
JRD Tata: A Pioneer, A Visionary & A Champion Of Free Markets
A pioneer, a visionary, & a champion of free markets–JRD Tata’s life exemplifies the joy of achievement.
A Very Strained Relationship: How Donald Trump Bullies Britain
The ‘special relationship’ between the U.S and the U.K has turned into a very strained relationship.
Donald Trump’s Brusque Diplomacy
‘There are no permanent friends, no permanent enemies; only permanent interests.”
When Terror Takes On A New Avatar
Religious extremism is on the rise across the world. But the moot question is: Is there a way out of this madness?
The Problem With None Of The Above
NOTA is, in equal parts, an instrument of protest & a tool that reflects inherent caste prejudice.
When Babur Met Guru Nanak
Baburvani, a collection of hymns by Guru Nanak, comments on Babur’s crimes & proclaims devotion to God.
Decadence & Downfall: The Shah Of Iran’s Ultimate Party
Hassan Amini’s film, woven with intricate details about the Shah of Iran’s party, is absorbing and compelling.
The Hadiya Case: A Battle For Fundamental Rights
Hadiya & Shafin Jahan’s case raises an important question: are we guaranteed our fundamental rights?
BJP: The Party With The Highest Number Of MP’s With Criminal Cases
It’s telling that Amit Shah, a man accused of murder, extortion & kidnapping, is the President of the BJP
Asima Chatterjee: India’s First Female Scientist
Asima took to science and lit the way forward through an academic environment that was indifferent to women.