The Ancient Rural Sport of Gilli Danda
byAn ancient sport from the time of the Mahabharata is fading from the streets of India, but not from memory.
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The Voice
by“Dare me to fight, My inner demons now. Teach me, teach me the devotion, Of your voice, its bass.”
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byWhen love blossoms, religions and cultures mingle. Then why are we buying into divisive political narratives?
Of Animals in the Jataka Tales, Karma & Rebirth
byCan the animals in the Jataka tales teach humans about the nuances of co-existence and compassion?
The Samba Spy Scandal: When India Tortured Its Own Soldiers
byThe Samba Spy Scandal saw over 60 officers arrested on charges of spying for Pakistan. The charges were later revealed to be fabricated.
Does India Need To Give Love a Chance?
byIn the land of the Kamasutra and the Taj Mahal, uninhibited love still remains a taboo concept.
(Mis)Understanding
byUnderstanding is the root of all communication and conflict; the sole anchor of human interaction.
Are We Ready For The Robot Sex Revolution?
byAt what point does the artificial simulation of sex go too far?
The Hyderabad Rocks That Predate The Himalayas
byThe 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
byVelu 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?
byLiving out the legendary legacy of Ekalavya, the Bhil archers of today are India’s best bet at an Olympic medal in archery.
The Ever-Changing Fabric of Bricklane
byBricklane, London’s most diverse locality, is symbolic of changing cultural and religious imprints and multiculturalism.
Desperado
byWhen time and perception are misaligned, days become hazy and reality becomes an illusion.
Pandita Ramabai: India’s First Feminist?
byPandita Ramabhai was the most learned Indian woman of her time and an early icon of women’s education in India.
Life Lessons From the Jataka Tales
byThe ancient Buddhists proved to be excellent storytellers, as the millennia-old Jataka tales remain popular even today.