As a nation of 1.4 billion people with the fifth largest economy in the world, this medal haul is a disgrace. How did we achieve that despite increasing investment in athletic training from both public and private players? … More India’s Olympic failure
The failed assassination of Donald Trump marks a grim reality no one seems to be acknowledging. When we exaggerate for effect, its impact doesn’t just last till our objective is achieved. You will also see that massaged truth rear its head in the future when you least expect it. … More From pixels to the podium – The journey of an assassin’s bullet
The global Indian – A new identity for a new world built at the cost of eroding regional sensibilities. Who am I really? … More The global Indian – A new identity in a new world
Absolute freedom of speech is an American concept. It is a privilege for the elites than a “right” for the masses. … More Freedom of speech – A reality check
What are social media platforms? Arbiter of the truth? A medium to say what you want? A mode of dissent? What is their role in our society and lives? … More The social media solution
The Facebook company is now called Meta. What? Meta? Why? I am as confused as anyone. But here’s what the firm is saying: Speaking at ‘Connect 2021’, Founder and CEO, Mark Zuckerberg explained this move is to move towards a future where we are all truly connected virtually, but in a 3D environment! I believe … More Facebook is now Meta. What does this mean?
It’s time we have an honest conversation and acknowledge a difficult truth: stray dogs in India have become a menace, and our current approach is failing both humans and the animals themselves. … More The Unspoken Menace: Why India Needs to Rethink Its Approach to Stray Dogs
Failure’s not a big deal—it’s a speed bump, not a dead end. In India, though, it can feel like the sky’s falling. One screw-up, and it’s not just your problem—it’s your family’s, your neighbors’, even the chaiwala’s. At 31, I’ve figured out how to shrug it off. … More Embrace failure – It’s good for you!
Born with a silver spoon, he joined the family business (besties with the British) and kept getting chances despite multiple initial failures. But today, as the great man passed, we saw unanimous mourning from Indians across generations. What made Mr Tata so admired by a country that loves to hate its capitalists? … More Ratan Tata – India’s only loved capitalist
Ask any Indian above the age of 21 if they are open to a dictatorship, and you will find enthusiastic approval from the majority. It’s so badly managed, that people practically lament the lack of a dictator. The appalling lack of civic sense and political will to take positive steps in the right direction makes many an Indian yearn for an iron fist. … More Why India may never have a dictator
The hottest battleground to stop illegal migration is swanky Visa offices where someone will decide if you can flex on your friends via Instagram or not. Countries are earning Millions of dollars in Visa processing fees. It’s no longer a bureaucratic procedure but a fancy toll naka. … More The Visa humiliation ritual
This couldn’t have been the same planet where my country exists. How can our realities be so different? Was colonialism so devastating? For how long will we pay for the failures of lost wars from centuries ago? Will I ever get to board a metro in Mumbai with my cycle without being sucker punched by the security at the gate? … More What Europe taught me about India
I don’t blame my parents for being obsessed with me succeeding in entrance exams like UPSC, JEE and CAT. Most middle-class families in India have no option but to push their children to the limit hoping they will take the family’s fortunes to the next level. … More India’s entrance-exams addiction
While most of us look up at the sky to spot some stars through the smog of pollution that has blanketed our cities, the Ambanis just look at their phones. One call and luminaries of every field, from across the world, were ready to attend the Ambani wedding. … More The Ambani wedding – A typical Indian tamasha
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