Capitalism | Online Blog | USA
The Verdict on Henry Kissinger
In the United States, one of the twentieth century’s most prolific butchers died as he lived — beloved by the rich and powerful, regardless of their partisan affiliation.
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WHO: A Third of Women Worldwide Experience Violence During Their Lifetime – 2 Articles
A woman experiencing gender violence often incurs higher costs, including medical expenses, emotional well-being, and disruptions to education or employment. Also: ‘The Social Shame of Violence Against Women’.
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Einstein and the Indian Minds: Tagore, Gandhi and Nehru
This article chronicles Einstein’s connections with these three men, and shows how Einstein saw some of his ideas and ideals in the Indian mind embodied, to varying degrees, in Tagore, Gandhi and Nehru.
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Culture | India | Online Blog
Diwali for Ram, Krishna, Lakshmi, Yama, Asuras and Ancestors
In north India, Diwali commemorates the return of Ram, while south India celebrates the defeat of Narakasura. Western Diwali involves a business-related renewal and in eastern India, the focus shifts to ancestor worship. These varying traditions underscore the diversity of Hinduism across different regions.
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Culture | India | Online Blog
Ghazal
A four-line ghazal that came to the attention of people in Calcutta when he recited it during the Eid celebrations in May this year.
