With The Taliban In Control, Press Freedom Is Dead In Afghanistan
by“You must judge the Taliban based on their actions, not based on what they say.”
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Caller Non Grata
byWhat does one do when the uninitiated & uninvited crash into your thoughts?
Afghanistan’s Fall: A Reminder Of The Limits Of American Power In The Middle East
byWhile Beijing & Moscow have interests in Kabul’s future, Turkey & Iran are trying to fill the vacuum created by an American failure.
Afghanistan: Assessing The Terror Threat As The Taliban Returns
byAs the Taliban hunts for those who collaborated with the west & prepare to crack down on basic freedoms, many fear the country will revert to being a haven for terrorists.
Khudadad Khan: The First Indian To Be Awarded The Victoria Cross
byKhudadad Khan, a machine gunner in an infantry regiment, the 129th Baluchis, was the first Indian to be honoured with the Victoria Cross for his extraordinary bravery.
Shades Of Vietnam In Afghanistan
byRobert McNamara’s reflections on the Vietnam War have lessons that are applicable to US foreign policy today.
August 15: Japan’s Surrender & India’s Independence Day
byMountbatten chose August 15 to transfer power to India as it commemorates Japan’s surrender to the Allied forces.
How The Taliban Sexually Enslaves Women & Girls
byThe gains made by Afghan women over the past 20 years, particularly in education, employment & political participation, are under grave threat.
Monsoon Ghazal
byA romantic, sensuous & beautiful poem perfect a monsoon evening. Enjoy reading.
Why Meat Is Integral To The Kashmiri Culinary Experience
byMeat is an integral part of Kashmiri culture; it’s part of our history. I, as a Kashmiri, will relish our delicacies with out apology.
Was Truman Right To Have Used The Atom Bomb?
byBy using the bomb, Truman made a huge error; he inaugurated the Atomic Era & the Cold War.
IPCC Report: How To Make Global Emissions Peak And Fall – And What’s Stopping Us
byPeople must find novel ways to fund decarbonisation and steer the economic recovery towards a low-carbon future.
Space Tourism Is Disastrous For The Environment: Here’s Why
bySpace tourism is no more a far-fetched sci-fi dream. However, it is ravaging the environment beyond the Earth.
Giving The Rightless Its Right
byUntil the rightless thing receives its rights, we cannot see it as anything but a thing for the use of ‘us’ — those who are holding rights at the time.
The Oyster
byIn the everchanging sands of love, there are no guarantees. Read Supriya’s poem on love & longing.