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The Rohingyas of Burma fled from genocidal persecution at the hands of the supposedly compassionate Buddhist nation. (Photo: AP)

Like in 1947, shouldnâ€™t Hindus show compassion?

The Syrians and Iraqis fled from the ruins of internecine war.

28 Dec 2019 2:10 AM IST

There is a technique called meditation that we can try in our lives.

Mystic mantra: Simple lifestyle steps for staying healthy

Medical research is pointing to two ways we can be proactive for increasing our wellness.

27 Dec 2019 2:18 AM IST

Farooq Abdullah (Photo: File)

Unfair parallels: Why are Indians silent, apathetic about Kashmir?

The conscience of the very same people does not stir when it comes to Kashmir.

27 Dec 2019 2:14 AM IST

The expert committee said that a heavy amount has to be spent on strengthening the government education system. (Photo: File)

Separation of powers doesnâ€™t mean 3 capitals

The idea seems to be driven by dispensing economic gains (and real estate) to the stateâ€™s three main socio-political...

27 Dec 2019 2:06 AM IST

It is the time to build the virtues of humility, non-violence, austerity, honesty, sacrifice, forgiveness, etc.

Mystic Mantra: New beginnings

A new year is a new opportunity to leave the past behind and move forward in life.

26 Dec 2019 5:30 AM IST

Members of Aasu protest against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, in Guwahati on Wednesday.(Photo: AP)

How the anti-CAA stir in Assam is different

The AASU called for a public gathering in Guwahati on December 12 for peaceful, democratic demonstrations against the...

26 Dec 2019 5:29 AM IST

History repeats itself: census, citizenship, refugees, insiders and outsiders.

Mystic Mantra: When God came down to be counted as citizen

But, letâ€™s journey backward to recall details of Christâ€™s birth.

25 Dec 2019 4:38 AM IST

Ashok Khemka (Photo: PTI)

When duty conflicts with allegiance

Employees who work closely with the senior management are privy to such tricks.

25 Dec 2019 4:33 AM IST

Tonight, after eight (ideally at midnight), bells of cathedrals and churches in towns and villages around the world will start clinging loud and clear.

Mystic Mantra: On Christmas, experience Godâ€™s free gift of peace

The uplifting melodies inspire people get into a spiritual disposition.

24 Dec 2019 4:31 AM IST

First, India is the largest country-of-origin of global migrants, with 17.5 million living abroad, followed by Mexicos 11.8 million and 10.7 million Chinese. (Photo: AFP/ Representational)

Indians are the biggest migrants in the world

There are three main factors which make individuals leave their homes and hearth.

24 Dec 2019 4:29 AM IST

Today, the saints are teaching a very superfluous kind of religion which is of a very poor quality only ritualistic, and hypocritical. (Representational image)

Mystic Mantra: Whereâ€™s the authentic spirituality of India?

The rulers sat at the feet of the rishis, just like King Janak sat at the feet of sage Ashtavakra.

23 Dec 2019 3:19 AM IST

Britains Prime Minister Boris Johnson (Photo: File)

Victory for Boris shows how tired Brits are of Brexit limbo

There was a time when finding a story on India in the London press was difficult, but now you can find at least a couple...

23 Dec 2019 3:18 AM IST