The Shortest History of Delhi by John Zubrzycki: Book Review
This article reviews John Zubrzycki’s *The Shortest History of Delhi*, a book that chronicles the city’s 1,000-year evolution through eight distinct historical layers. It explores …
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Books That Defy Time, Politics & Borders
This article presents a curated selection of books that explore profound global themes such as power, politics, identity, and human displacement. By examining diverse narratives of…
Cultural Diplomacy & Soft Power: How Culture Travels
This article explores culture as a society’s "operating system" and a form of "soft power" composed of both visible traditions and invisible core values. By showcasing various form…
Reading Poland in India: Ambassador Piotr Świtalski on Literature, Identity and Connection
In this interview, Polish Ambassador to India Dr. Piotr Antoni Świtalski discusses how literature serves as a vital tool for exploring national identity and fostering collective im…
Is Intuition Innate or Can It Be Developed?
This article explores intuition as a form of "somatic intelligence" that can be cultivated through various mindful practices, such as meditation, journaling, and breathwork. The au…
Global Perspectives: The World in Motion
This article introduces Ambica Gulati’s journalistic exploration of how high-level politics, diplomacy, and global policies directly impact the lives of everyday individuals. By co…
The Korean DMZ: Inside the World’s Most Silent Border
Reflecting on her visit to the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), the author highlights the area's unique paradox as a site of intense military tension that has simultaneously become…
South Korea Travel: Heritage, Memory & Modernity
Following an unexpected trip to a global journalists' conference in 2015, the author reflects on South Korea’s remarkable transformation into a technologically advanced yet highly …
The Simplest Guide to Religion: From Animism to Modern Faith
Tomichan Matheikal’s *The Simplest Guide to Religion* explores the evolution of human belief, tracing the journey from ancient animism to modern-day "algorithmic" deities. Drawing …
Bringing the Cheetah Back to India: Book Review
Prashant Agrawal’s *Bringing the Cheetah Back to India* provides a cinematic, insider account of the complex diplomatic and ecological mission to reintroduce cheetahs to the subcon…