Category: A Hindu Identity

What has “a Hindu” got to do with this?

Came across this gratuitous reference in a recent ANI story about an Indian American in Britain who has filed 40 cases of racial discrimination with employment tribunals in Britain. The news-item had this “nugget” towards...

Of Godhra and Gujarat – Part II

A few days ago I came across this piece by Kishore Asthana which makes a number of important points that form the backdrop to Godhra. I am reproducing some excerpts below but I would...

Voices of caution on SethuSamudram

First from Swaminathan S. Anklesaria Aiyar, “150-year dream for 150-year old ships” Excerpts: “…Dreams are costless, but canals are not. Project documents claim that the canal will save ships 36 hours of time and...

UK fashion chain withdraws “Swastika” bag

An alert (and loyal) reader pointed this story to me: Zara withdraws swastika handbags. From the BBC website: The fashion chain Zara has withdrawn a handbag from its stores after a customer pointed out...