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The Korean DMZ: Inside the World’s Most Silent Border
A journalist’s journey to the Korean DMZ, exploring its divided history, geopolitical tensions and the remarkable wildlife that thrives in this accidental ecological sanctuary. Continue reading The Korean DMZ: Inside the World’s Most Silent Border
The Shortest History of Delhi by John Zubrzycki: Book Review
A Delhi-born travel journalist reviews John Zubrzycki’s The Shortest History of Delhi: eight cities, 1,000+ years, Mughals, the Raj and Sufi saints. Continue reading The Shortest History of Delhi by John Zubrzycki: Book Review
In the Realm of the Last Man by Francis Fukuyama: Rethinking Democracy
Explore Francis Fukuyama’s In the Realm of the Last Man. A reflective review on power, thymos, foreign policy blunders, and the resurgence of authoritarianism. Continue reading In the Realm of the Last Man by Francis Fukuyama: Rethinking Democracy
Books That Defy Time, Politics & Borders
Explore books from South Asia and beyond that examine history, politics, conflict, migration, identity and the stories that continue to shape our world. Continue reading Books That Defy Time, Politics & Borders
“Peon to President”: The Impossible Startup
Rajesh Sharma’s The Impossible Startup offers a practical look at entrepreneurship, founder resilience, customer focus and building a business from scratch. Continue reading “Peon to President”: The Impossible Startup
Cultural Diplomacy & Soft Power: How Culture Travels
Explore how people, art, and traditions travel across borders to build soft power, foster cultural diplomacy, and create organic global connections. Continue reading Cultural Diplomacy & Soft Power: How Culture Travels
Is Intuition Innate or Can It Be Developed?
Explore the language of intuition through oracle cards, divination, automatic writing, symbolism and reflective practices. Here, ancient tools meet modern self-inquiry, inviting us to question, observe and discover what our inner voice might be saying. Continue reading Is Intuition Innate or Can It Be Developed?
From Neeta’s Natter to BB’s Kick
When a Gen Z cat launches a podcast on 80s Bollywood scandals, she resurrects the OG gossip legend behind Stardust’s Neeta’s Natter. A satire on stardom and clout. Continue reading From Neeta’s Natter to BB’s Kick
The Colours of Meditation: From Peace to Birdsong
What does meditation feel like in colour? From Aum and Vipassana to creative visualisation and birdsong, I explore my personal search for peace and awareness. Continue reading The Colours of Meditation: From Peace to Birdsong
