Aliens & The Blood Rain Of Idukki
byIn July 2001, red rain lashed across Kerala. Some suggest it proves that aliens have landed. Have they?
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One Night In Sri Lanka
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Covid-19: Why The Lab Leak Theory Must Be Formally Investigated
byIn the absence of definitive proof, & without promoting conspiracy theories, there needs to be a serious international conversation about the origin of SARS-CoV-2.
Biden’s March Of Folly
byBiden’s erroneous approach in dealing with Iran is leading to a China, Russia, Iran, Pakistan & Afghanistan axis.
Vision of a Thousand Petals
byCryptic, interesting & fascinating: this poem narrates a glorious alternate reality.
How The Bubonic Plague Changed Drinking Habits
byWhen Plague struck, contemporary doctors & medical writers believed alcohol worked as a plague preventative.
Here’s The Real Reason Behind The Distorted Narratives On Lakshadweep
byThe crime rate in Lakshadweep extremely negligible. But why is the government painting its people as ‘anti-nationals?’
Boris Becker: The Tortured Genius
byThe tennis court to Boris Becker was his own research laboratory. He took his chances, outrageous gambles, and often flung himself like a gladiator.
Pandemic Profiteering In India: Has Humanity Reached A New Low?
byWith medical institutions failing to cope with the rising tide of infections, a thriving black market is filling the gaps.
Here’s The Real Reason Why Baba Ramdev Attacks Modern Medicine
byRamdev’s attack on modern medicine is motivated by more than just economic interest.
Water Lilies
byAre dead bodies now akin to floral offerings to the Ganges? asks poet Prathap Kamat in his powerful poem.
Five Satellite Images That Show How Fast Our Planet Is Changing
byHere’s how Earth observation data is informing climate scientists about the changing characteristics of the planet.
Moral Quandaries & Hope In The Face Of Fear
byOur imaginations today are far too marooned by trepidation. Yet there’s hope, the fundamental principle of human resilience.
The Dangers Diplomats Face
byThreats to Indian interests arise not only from direct attacks, but also from fractured domestic politics that erode the ability of the host government to protect diplomats.
Why Illiberal Democracies Have Difficulty Fighting The Coronavirus Pandemic
byCOVID-19 provides evidence that illiberal democracies are ill equipped to tackle crises that require protecting the lives of people.