Author: B Shantanu

Saving the planet by going vegetarian…

I used to dismiss the idea of saving the planet by choosing a vegetarian diet as far-fetched until I came across this report from EarthSave, ” Although some of the points it makes may...

Will the Darul Uloom now declare war on “Islamism”?

As the Darul Uloom maintains that its fight against terrorism will continue, read this thought-provoking essay by M. Zuhdi Jasser* on what are the ideological standards required to confront militant Islam. In view of...

The path to becoming a “super-power”

I recently came across this excellent article by Capt Bharat Verma on How India can acquire great power status. Unfortunately, knowing the way our politicians thinks and our system works, this analysis is likely...

Will Arundhati Roy pl. stand up for Francois Gautier?

Some of you may have already read this. Francois Gautier’s exhibition on Aurangzeb, based on historical documents and paintings, has been forcibly shut down by authorities in Chennai (after successfully exhibiting in Delhi, Pune...

Discover India – by Helicopter

From Rahul Gandhi on ‘Discover India’ trip to Orissa “…Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Friday travelled to the interior of Orissa, interacted with poor tribespersons, ate with them and promised all help as he...