The Complicated Legacy Of Dick Cheney
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The Global Apathy Toward Sudan’s Humanitarian Crisis
byWhile regional power plays are underway, there is no particular force which can control the civil war in Sudan.
The Dead Men Of Koduvayur
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The Kabuliwalas Of Kolkata
byThe “Kabuliwalas,” who migrated from Afghanistan, remain a vital thread in Kolkata’s cultural tapestry.
The Spectacle Of British Governance In Colonial Malabar
byThis essay traces the ceremonial tours of Madras Governors through colonial Malabar in the early twentieth century. It shows how imperial authority was staged & received.
Civic Tree
byRead this poignant poem that shows the normalised brutality of chopping down a tree.
Bibi Ka Maqbara: The Tomb That Outlived A Dynasty
byThough Aurangzeb sought to distance himself from opulence of the past, he ensured that the architectural legacy of the Mughals would continue.
From Venice To Vijayanagara: The Unlikely Connection Between Italian & Telugu
byDe’ Conti’s discovery of the linguistic similarities between Italian and Telugu was one thread in the intricate tapestry of cultural exchange that spanned centuries.
Political Slogans & Rural Struggles: The Disparity in Women’s Empowerment
byIndia has uplifted millions of women. Yet, it has left millions untouched.
How Nationalism Threatens Nations
byModern nationalism propagates a paradox: it increasingly demands what citizens can do for the nation, while obfuscating the state’s fundamental duty to its citizens.
Wither
byRead this melancholic poem; it tells life’s bitter truth as a lyrical verse.
Raila Odinga: The Relentless Democrat Who Revered India
byRaila Odinga’s legacy endures in Kenya — in every vote cast, protest allowed, and power-sharing deal negotiated.
When Einstein’s Brain Was Stolen
byEinstein’s brain reminds us how scientific curiosity can veer dangerously close to exploitation.
The Quiet Rhythms of Tellicherry: A Journey Through Time & Memory
byNostalgia for a simpler era unfolds through childhood memories, family bonds, and the quiet rhythms of life in Tellicherry.