Kalamkari: The Epitome Of Indian Design
byKalamkari art began in Hindu temples. It was a method of propagating religious knowledge.
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Listen To The Voice Of Nature
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That Purple House In The Warfield
byHere’s a poem that reflects on the vainglory of war.
Henry Kissinger’s Dubious Policies & Illegal Wars Left A Legacy Of Trauma
byKissinger’s policies contributed to the suffering & left behind a legacy of trauma.
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Capitalism & Climate Change
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Should We Be Worried About The Pneumonia Outbreak In China?
byWe must always pay attention to undiagnosed pneumonia clusters. Early warning systems give us the best chance of preventing the next pandemic.
What Will Be The Outcome Of The Israel-Palestine War?
byThe Israel-Palestine conflict will possibly oscillate between protracted conflicts & episodic periods of calmness, creating a repetitive cycle.
Yuyutsu
byHere’s a poem that narrates the moral duplicity and vainglory of war.
The Constitution Day Must Not Be A Mere Ritual
byThe Constitution Day must not be a mere ritual. Nor should it be an opportunity to politicise governance-related matters.
Sultan Ibrahim Adil Shah II: Patron Of Art, Music & Literature
byIbrahim Adil Shah II, the Sultan of Deccan was a noted patron of art. He was a musician & author, too.
On Evolution, Adaptation & Technology
byIs Earth the only planet in the universe that sustains life?