Revisiting the Idea of BangladeshI often recall a fifteen-year-old conversation with my Genetics professor at the University of Houston, which marked the beginning of my…Aug 281Aug 281
Smita Patil, Manthan and Mukul ShivputraI often recall a lively conversation with a primary school teacher on the outskirts of Gonda, Uttar Pradesh. While discussing why children…Jul 3Jul 3
Revisiting ‘Manthan’ and why it is a must-watch for development sector professionalsHonestly, I do not remember when and where I last saw this movie. My bet is Doordarshan. However, I am glad I revisited this masterpiece…Jun 1Jun 1
Goa Diaries — The Goan Identity“Ganeshotsav is a big festival in Goa. It is like how you celebrate Diwali in Maharashtra.” One of the priests at the Mangeshi temple…Oct 8, 2021Oct 8, 2021
Goa Diaries — It all started with a songTruth be told, syncretism fascinates me! Apart from the interplay of various identities and streams of influences, it gives me a glimpse…Oct 5, 2021Oct 5, 2021
India faces a risk of global isolationAs I write this piece, US President Joe Biden has banned ‘most travel’ to the USA from India to limit the spread of the pandemic. The…May 1, 2021May 1, 2021
Does India need to change its vaccination strategy?The Government of India needs to change its vaccine administration strategy and quickly cover a large section of our population.Apr 30, 2021Apr 30, 2021
