PERSPECTIVES

Darker Currents: The Hindutva Threat is Becoming an International Phenomenon

India is the world’s largest democracy and its Constitution enshrines secularism, but leaders in the…

Bhakts and the Bastille: Unveiling the Hatred 30 Years After the Demolition of the Babri Masjid

“The face of Indian polity has undergone a dramatic change in the last decade, and…

My Cousin Varun and Me: Surviving Autism Through the Transformational Nature of Gratitude

Varun is my autistic cousin who just turned 30 and I am so grateful for…

Will the Integrity and Independence of the Election Commission of India Withstand BJP’s Shenanigans?

“The vacancy was there from May to November 18… Now, what prevailed on the government…

Bucket List: Celebrating Death and Dev Diwali in Varanasi Where the Ganges Glitters and Glows

One big check on my bucket list for years now. Yes, a dream that finally…

‘A Country Called Childhood’: Saath Saath Down Memory Lane With Deepti Naval

Since 1980, Deepti Naval has carved a niche for herself in Indian cinema, winning critical…

A Smear Campaign Against Lone Hindu Voice in Faith-Based Security Advisory Council

Recent coordinated attacks by a section of international vested interest groups and fear-mongering media houses…

Darshana: Exhibition of Hindu Culture at Illinois Capitol Appreciated by State Lawmakers

Beginning from the early 1800s Americans have been exposed to Hinduism through the works of…

‘Where the Crawdads Sing’ is Not Happy and Light But Deep, Restless and Beguiling Like the Marsh

I had heard about the popularity of Delia Owens’ spectacularly popular book “Where the Crawdads…

Beyond Building Magnificent Mandirs and Mosques, We Need to Strengthen Our Political Giving Muscle

November is both election season and a time for gratitude. This year in particular, my…

Makers of HBO’s ‘White Lotus’ Should Know Gayatri Mantra is Not Some New Age Energetic Warm Compress

It’s impossible to enjoy mainstream American entertainment media these days without feeling constantly assaulted by…

In Defense of the Advertisement in The New York Times Condemning Religious Persecution in India

In an accusatory response to an advertisement in The New York Times — endorsed by a host…