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.
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Political Slogans & Rural Struggles: The Disparity in Women’s Empowerment
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Wither
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Raila Odinga: The Relentless Democrat Who Revered India
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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
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From Shakespeare to Dutta: The Sonnet’s Journey Through Time & Culture
byThe sonnet, it turns out, is not just a form; it is a vehicle for immortality.
Maria Machado’s Nobel: A Prize, or a Provocation?
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Phantoms
byHere’s a poignant, irreverent poem about life, lust & loneliness.
The Face We’ve Given Away: How Facial Recognition Technology Puts Our Privacy At Risk
byWithout a clear regulatory framework, it might be wise to step back from adopting facial recognition technology.
Caste In The Corridors Of Power: How India’s Elite Institutions Perpetuate Inequality
byCaste in modern India has not vanished; it has adapted. It now thrives in algorithms, policy loopholes & silent complicity.
A Letter
byHere’s a nostalgic poem that yearns for home. Do read.
How Hyderabad Navigated Plague & Floods Under the Nizam
byHyderabad’s early experience in the twentieth century is a striking case study in the power of urban planning, public health, & social policy to turn the tide of disaster.
The Vanishing Bengal Florican
byThe Bengal Florican’s fate is a stark reminder of the consequences of unchecked human expansion.