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How do you distinguish between an Islamist and a Muslim?

Thanks to Suneel who alerted me to this interview with prolific author, broadcaster and columnist Tarek Fateh (also author of “Chasing a Mirage: The Tragic Illusion of an Islamic State”)… Two short excerpts: How...

The ridiculous extremes of pseudo-secularism

Fellow blogger Varnam recently wrote two posts on how learning Sanskrit is now considered to be a “communal” activity and something that might put you at odds with the “secular” brigade. In the first one,...

With “allies” like these, who needs enemies?

This analysis of�attitudes that the communist parties have�towards vital matters of national interest reveals why they are probably the most dangerous�element in the current political landscape… Excerpts from Red Star over South Block�(emphasis mine)...

Pakistan: A State-sponsor of Terrorism?

Came across this news-report yesterday and wondered whether there is now sufficient�evidence to�declare Pakistan a state-sponsor of terrorism?� …Elements of Pakistan’s ISI and its paramilitaries are actively backing Taliban insurgents and if their sanctuaries...