India, Aug. 9 -- The much-debated National Education Policy (2020) seeks to root education in the Indian ethos and civilisational heritage. This is welcome. But the real challenge lies not only in int... Read More
India, Aug. 2 -- In my book, Being Indian (Penguin, 2000), I quote a startlingly interesting matrimonial ad that appeared in one of the country's leading newspapers. It read: 'Wanted FAIRY LOOKS, Sli... Read More
India, July 26 -- Every few weeks, another Indian city offers us a grim reminder of pervasive municipal failure or neglect. A spell of heavy rain is enough to paralyse traffic for hours. Roads disappe... Read More