Anaïs Nin, Feminism & Erotica
Decades after her death, Anais Nin, variously known as femme fatale, pornographer & feminist icon, evokes controversy.
Daniel Defoe & A Journal Of The Plague Year
Daniel Defoe’s Journal of the Plague Year bears an eerie resemblance to humankind’s travails today.
Death Of A Diplomat
K Sankara Pillai, a young Indian diplomat serving in Ottawa, was assassinated by a deranged man. Here’s his story.
Is It Time To Relook At Rajya Sabha Nominations?
Most Rajya Sabha nominees have remained mute spectators. Must we continue this archaic tradition of nominating “luminaries”?
The Mysteries of Monsieur Simenon & Inspector Maigret
Georges Simenon, through 75 novels and nearly 30 short stories, immortalised Detective Chief Inspector Jules Maigret.
A Letter To Ruskin Bond
Dear Ruskin Bond: Years ago, I wrote a letter to you & I posted it to Landour, Mussoorie. Did you get it?
The Women Who Enriched The Indian Constitution
Fifteen women members of the Constituent Assembly made substantial contributions to the Constitution. Here’s how.
Are ‘Foolish Politicians’ Manipulating India’s Financial System?
Ambedkar cautioned against ‘foolish’ politicians who manipulate the currency; today there’s an attempt to rig the system.
The Old Sage Of Madras Who Campaigned For Nuclear Disarmament
Rajaji’s campaign against a nuclear arms race appealed to humanity’s conscience and influenced public opinion.
How Mavalankar & Nehru Differed With Dignity
Mavalankar & Nehru had the conviction to stand steadfast with their ideals, differ with dignity, & uphold conventions.
No Spin: The Tale Of The Sultan Of Spin
‘No Spin,’ an autobiographical account by the Sultan of Spin, Shane Warne, is sure to bowl you over.
Arnos Pathiri: The German Jesuit Who Compiled A Sanskrit Grammar Book
A German Jesuit priest produced a Sanskrit grammar book, translated Ramayana & Mahabharata – & wrote Malayalam works.
What Happened To The Lofty Goal Of Eradicating Poverty & Hunger?
The goals & resolutions to eradicate poverty & hunger remain unfulfilled. The UN must pontificate less & act more.
Graphic Novels: Has Their Time Come?
What distinguishes a graphic novel from a comic book? Why are they considered ‘inferior’ to ‘literature’?
The Nobel Scandal For Literature
Of the 114 Nobel prize winners for literature, between 1901 and 2017, there have been only 14 women.