Tao Of Expectations
byExpectations galore are not just disappointing; they also clog our layers of rational thought.
Madras News
Synagogues of Calcutta Are Evidence Of India’s Interfaith Harmony
byCalcutta’s synagogues are a testament to religious peace, a reminder that Muslims & Jews have a lot in common.
How Bats Drink Toddy, Piss & Poop In Pots & Spread Nipah Virus
byWhat’s the connection between ‘flying foxes,’ toddy and Nipah virus?
Sartre, Solitude & The Self
byThe challenging time we are living through can help us reflect on who we really are. But are we merely the products of the stories we tell ourselves?
Surround Siren
byOur cities and towns have a way of adjusting to the new normal. Sirens are now the wake-up alarms. Bhaswati Ghosh writes a compelling poem.
9/11: The Controversial Story Of The Remains Of The World Trade Center
byFresh Kills became a graveyard for unidentifiable bodies. The ruins further escaped the attempt to control them, their toxic vapours proved harmful to the workers on site.
The Ganga, Far From Being Sacred, Has Turned Into An Ecological Disaster
by18 million septic tanks & 10 million pit latrines around the Ganga dispose 12 billion litres of untreated faecal sludge/sewage into the river; 53 per cent of it is untreated.
A Brief History Of The Paralympics
byDespite budgetary & infrastructural constraints, India’s para-athletes have displayed immense willpower at the Tokyo Paralympics 2020.
Sibling Sizzle: The Story Of Serena & Venus Williams
byThe Venus-Serena Williams’ tennis euphony, with all its highs, distractions and off-court drama, was the best thing that happened to the racquet sport.
The Crisis In Afghanistan Has Its Roots In The Graveyard Of History
byThe crisis in Afghanistan teaches us that the law of unintended consequences, inevitably, applies to history.
Continuance
byPoetry–words woven skilfully–helps connect the past, present and future.
Charles Lynch & His Legacy: A Brief History Of Lynching
byThe history of ‘Lynching,’ as discussed above, shows that means are equally, and in some cases, more important than ends.
Meta-analysis In Medicine
byThe use of meta-analysis in medicine has brought about a welcome transformation, notwithstanding its limitations.
The Regional Security Implications Of The US Withdrawl From Afghanistan
byAs the Taliban consolidates power, and the United States withdraws from Afghanistan, it is imperative to reflect on the challenges associated with interventionism.
The Results Of The Ban On Ozone Depleting Substances Is A Testimony Of Collective Action
byAs a nation, we must commit to environmental protection and encourage other countries to join the force.