Decoding The World’s Most Lucrative Mobile Market
byWhat makes India the most lucrative mobile phone market in the world? We go beyond numbers and decode the market mantras.
Opinion
The Plight of India’s Abandoned Dogs
byPet owners are increasingly turning on their dogs and abandoning them. How do household pets adapt to the harsh life of the streets?
Is Studying In Britain Still Worth It?
byHigh cost, lack of jobs and immigration controls are pushing Indian students away from the UK. Is education in Britain worth it?
Can India and Pakistan Overcome Their Partition?
byIs the India-Pakistan relationship broken beyond repair? Sylvia Vetta narrates an experience of a plural and united subcontinent.
Valentines Day, Pink Chaddis and Kiss of Love
byValentine’s Day attracts controversy. Some call it ‘un-Indian’. Is a day of love really alien to the subcontinent?
Trump’s Executive Order on Immigration
byEleven days into office and Donald Trump has wreaked havoc both at home and abroad. Susan Ram writes on the fallout of his ban.
How Kabaddi Hooked the World
byKabaddi, Tamil Nadu’s ancient sport is making a comeback in Japan, Korea and Iran. Has this rural Indian sport gone global?
The Untold Story of India’s Captive Elephants
byA visit to one of India’s ‘eco-tourism’ centres reveals an age-old tradition of elephant abuse. How have elephants fared over the years?
The Surprising Urban Backlash Against the Jallikattu Ban
byThe massive protests in Tamil Nadu over the Jallikattu ban point to deep-rooted issues of identity and parochialism.
In India, Are Strikes Worth It Anymore?
byIn 2016, 180 million participated in the largest strike in history. Despite this, their demands were not met. Is the era of the strike over?
The Sexist Song Parade
byBollywood’s sexist song sequences seem to suggest that eve-teasing, groping and sexual harassment are everyday acts of flirting.
The Art of Taking a Good Sabbatical
byFor Robin Kwong, taking a sabbatical from journalism was a chance to refresh himself in the waters of culture, art and thought.
Entertainment Rules
byIs the film industry the best university for a wannabe politician? From the United States to India, film stars rule the roost.
Mythology and Modern Indian Weaponry
byIndia’s weapons are often named after mythological figures and concepts. Do the legends match up to the armaments?
Political Hacks and Data Breaches
byData breaches have hit both government and private websites. You might want to check if your email id has been leaked.