Tag: india
Economist Abhijit Sen has left us at a time when there is a Great...
Economist Abhijit Sen will certainly be missed but his invaluable contributions will continue to be a source of guidance.
Beyond the Spectacle of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav
From 1947 to 2022; from the dream of a decolonized, egalitarian and oceanic India to the violence of militant nationalism and fragmented religious identities;...
Finding Hope in India’s First Adivasi President Droupadi Murmu
The fascinating journey of an Adivasi woman, Droupadi Murmu belonging to one of the most backward regions of this country braving all odds to become the Indian President is a story apt for history books.
World Population Day: Its time to highlight the crucial importance of justice and equality...
On World Population Day let's look at how the population explosion on planet earth can be understood and the challenges it can pose before the world community.
Co-creating a Compassionate Space for Learning
Is it possible to create a compassionate and loving space that nurtures the spirit of learning? Here is an account of expereinces from a two-day visit to Thulir, a centre for learning in Sittilingi,Tamil Nadu ,that the writer recently undertook.
Why its not the children who are failing but the system itself
Large scale failure in State Board Examinations compels us to raise pertinent questions on decadence of educational infrastructure and shallow notions of success and failure.
A Tribute to Mallu Swarajyam: An Ordinary Woman with Extraordinary Vision
A one-woman army, a fearless agent of change and a relentless fighter for justice, Mallu Swarajyam’s contributions will continue to change lives for generations to come.
Part 1/When the Denial Hurts more than the Destruction
Irked by continuous vilification of Hindu-dharma and denial of historical atrocities, a significant section of Hindus refuse to submit to the strictly controlled intellectual and academic order that the politically, economically and intellectually powerful elite has created in the form of control on education and the media. The piece discusses this issue.
How the Sundarbans missed an opportunity to harness solar energy
This is an informative and insightful piece on how the Sundarbans seem to have missed the golden opportunity of making the most out of solar energy to meet its electricity requirements.
How the West Discovered the Buddha
The article looks at how Buddhism as a way of life has gained currency in the West and the appeal it holds for its people.
