No matter how far I go, I carry you with me in my thoughts. A short glance turned into a lingering gaze and the gaze into reverie. It happens always if two souls are destined to meet. The sun was setting, painting the sky crimson. On the wooden bench, under the shade of chinar, she […]
Name of the book: ‘Adam Smith: What He Thought and Why It Matters’ Author: Jesse Norman Published by: Penguin, 2019 Mystery, ambiguities and misunderstandings often overshadow the real selves of great thinkers and reformers. Admirers, as well as adversaries, understand and interpret great men’s teachings and writings according to their own intellectual capabilities, preconceived […]
We had heard that marriage is a legal contract between two individuals. But a few days ago we heard of a concept of self-marriage, which is called sologamy or sometimes known as autogamy, or self-uniting marriage. It is the act of marrying oneself in a public ceremony. It is the same as other marriages but […]
The Constitutional guarantee against discrimination under Article 15 (1) is limited to certain grounds of discrimination, but an intersectional lens can address the grievances of individuals who have faced violence and discrimination on multiple grounds We as part of Indian Jurisprudence have always focused on segmented groups to promote diversity and equality. However, equality […]
In 1987, the United Nations General Assembly decided that 26th June every year be observed as International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. This special day sees campaigns organised to raise awareness about the problem of drug abuse and drug trade. The purpose is to strengthen action and cooperation in achieving a drug abuse-free […]
The ongoing Russian war on Ukraine was triggered (at least from a Russian perspective) by the Ukrainian intentions of joining the USA-led western military bloc, the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO). Accordingly, one of the primary objectives of the war has been to prevent Ukraine to apply for NATO membership given the threat it represents […]
India’s trade relations with the Arabian Peninsula trace their genesis back several millennia, when trade took place with Harappans by ships that travelled along the sea coast. The west coast region of India, especially Malabar and Konkan, were active trading hubs, where Arab traders oftentimes would visit on their way to South East Asia. This […]
Life is all about success, happiness and enjoyment. Happiness lies within us and not outside us. It is only our achievements and successes which can make our life comfortable and enjoyable. Small things make our life great and meaningful. A house is built brick by brick. Drops of water make an ocean. Small streams make […]
There was a time when I used to go to the ground and play from dawn till dusk. I would play cricket, football, hide-and-seek, mint/mid (local game) Gharm Ball, on the ground. Every so often I would fight with my friends over small misunderstandings and I used to say “Mea seath chay Katee”. As a […]
Marriage is the most sacred bond and wedding day is the beginning of a new chapter of life, which we must start with the blessings of Allah. But unfortunately we displease Allah on this day more than ever. Girls untangle their hair, put down hijab from their heads, wear dresses that are against their modesty. […]