Demarcated during British rule and largely ignored now, residents of villages in the national capital have been dealt with an unfair hand.
Post Cards on Press Freedom
On World Press Freedom Day, an artist’s tribute to all who are fighting for the truth.
The Lost Identity
I don’t know / What sorrow could have / Made their heart so heavy / That the light was sucked / Out of their eyes
In Illustrations: May Day and Its History
May 1 is observed as International Workers' Day. In illustrations, The Wire recounts the long history for workers' rights.
Home is a Sun
The Eiffel Tower blinks dumb golden tonight— Microwave beeps, again Seeking attention. When I think of mistakes Recent, others worn out in the playground of stronger boys Who picked …
Swamy and Friends: A Poem by Keki Daruwala
Remembering Father Stan Swamy, SJ (1937-2021).
The Histrionics of the ‘Other Woman’ and the Changing Dynamics of the ‘Family’
The ‘Other Woman’ is an uncomfortable topic of discussion, today, as always. She is viewed as a ‘taboo’ in herself, someone that a woman should abstain from being or …
Wither Critical Historical Thought: Reflections on Changes in the Class 12th NCERT Textbook
Majoritarian States create a homogenous national subject in opposition to the idea of the “other” to sustain themselves. The construction of the “other” in the Indian context has seen …
National Curriculum Framework 2023: Whom Will This Structure of ‘Student Choice’ Benefit?
Without rigorous appraisal of our existing school systems, with studies on the preparedness of the present teacher education system, one wonders how such a major shift has been propounded.
The Future of History: Holding on or Letting go the ‘Indian’ Mughal Past
We have closely witnessed the beauty of their architecture, marvelled at their paintings, read their literature, relished the cuisine they perfected, flaunt clothing that they designed. Are we ready …