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The video featuring a recent debate over “Does God Exist” between Islamic scholar Mufti Shumail Nadvi and celebrated poet-lyricist Javed Akhtar is breaking the internet.Seeing the celebratory comments of Muslims over a young Mufti (one who is trained to deliver fatwas) “outsmarting” a self-confessing Mulhid (atheist), one is puzzled yet not surprised.One is puzzled because…

India is not “early” on accessibility expertise. India is late on accountability. This the strategic truth India must confront. For nearly two decades, accessibility in India has been framed as awareness, inclusion, or social responsibility. Conferences were convened. Guidelines were circulated. Audits were commissioned. Yet the lived experience of persons with disabilities continues to expose…

A few weeks ago, a two-minute voice message from  a cousin in Karachi became my first introduction to the Tamil film “Naan Petra Selvam” and the Tamil star Sivaji Ganesan. More than the film itself, the cinephile in me was smitten by the deep connect my cousin shared with the film released in the year…

I recently met a family friend who told me he was estranged from his adult son. Things soured after the son’s marriage, he said, which led to separate homes and, ultimately, a permanent rupture. In his voice I heard a father’s regret for the loss of the relationship, of course, but equally: relief that they…

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent visit to New Delhi during which he endorsed strong India–Russia ties, highlighted the growth of India’s foreign policy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His remarks came at a time when global alliances are under strain and new power centres are emerging. Against this backdrop, Putin described India–Russia relations as stable,…

History rarely signals its turning points with precision, yet certain moments reveal structural change with unmistakable force. We are living through one such moment. Amid the noise of wars, sanctions, and diplomatic brinkmanship, a deeper transformation is underway. By 2026, the Eurocentric world order—long dominant not only in power but in moral authority—may finally reach…

Indian Railways, one of the world’s largest rail networks, continues its journey of transformation during 2025 also. From high-speed trains to digital innovations and modernization of stations, the Indian Railways is evolving rapidly to serve both the passengers and the economy in a better way. It is noteworthy that since 2014 the budget of Indian…

Yet another morning, yet another first morning hour has passed and your are already behind two morning routine tasks. You finally drag yourself out of bed. This happens 3 days in a row and you are consistently missing your morning workouts. If this repeats for over a week or two chances are you will soon…

Korean food has captivated global palates with its bold flavors, vibrant colors, and healthful appeal. K-pop idols like BTS and Blackpink, alongside hits like “Parasite” and “Squid Game,” have propelled Hallyu-the Korean Wave-into mainstream culture, turning bibimbap bowls and kimchi jars into Instagram staples. Social media amplifies this. TikTok challenges for spicy tteokbokki and mukbangs…

India’s trucking sector sits at the center of two national priorities: economic growth and sustainability. Road freight moves over 60% of India’s goods, connecting farms to mandis, factories to warehouses, and ports to hinterlands. Yet it is also among the country’s largest contributors to fuel consumption, emissions, road congestion, and driver distress. Most discussions on…