Dor (2006) – a film about female solidarity
byDor is one of the better films to come out of Hindi cinema. It was a sleeper hit and much appreciated by discerning viewers….
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A road by any other name……………( With apologies to the Bard)
byHistory, it is said, is written by the victors, and therefore Mr. Modi probably feels justified in rewriting the history of India, or (to…
Alien Invaders – II
byThis one, it is said, came in a pot as an ornamental plant for the Calcutta Botanical garden in 1809. No sooner had the…
The OROP Jinx – An open letter to the Prime Minister
byDear Mr Prime Minister, I just came across a piece of information via ‘What’s Up’ messaging that back room talks on grant of ‘One…
India’s dysfunctional legal ecology cannot support capital punishment
byThis is not an article about the religious, moral, retributive or utilitarian basis for opposing the death penalty. This is also not about Yakub…
Bajrangi Bhaijaan, an entertainer that touches your heart (Movie Review)
byWhen you decide to go to see Bajrangi Bhaijaan, remember to carry a box of tissues with you. Salman will make you all emotional…
Duality of Change
byNo man ever steps in the same river twice, for it’s not the same river and he’s not the same man. Change is intrinsic…
Dil Dhadkne Do – Rich & famous fail to impress (Movie Review)
byDDD is a lazy movie that invites you to come on board for a relaxing cruise. After ZNMD, we had high hopes from Zoya…
Dealing with Separatists
byVery rightly, the Ministry of External Affairs has rejected the passport application of Syed Ali Shah Geelani, the Hurriyat’s so called top man. It…
The Delhi Imbroglio – A Referendum Is The Only Way Out
byThe spate of notifications, clarifications and press statements issued by the BJP govt. at the centre over the last week to emasculate the elected…