'We were against Portuguese colonialism - not the Portuguese'

Q&A


with Damodar Mauzo, Konkani writer and Sahitya Akademi award winner, on the struggle for freedom, the experience of liberty, Goan identity - and the importance of a language in shaping identity

Interview - Q&A

-The Times of India, December 28, 2011

2011: Democracy's Odyssey

Protests this year showcased popular yearning for freedom, dignity and participation


Article - 2011: Democracy's Odyssey

-The Times of India, December 28, 2011

Hunger Pangs

The food security Bill will be a miracle in the making


Article - Hunger Pangs

-The Times of India, December 28, 2011

Power Play

Sweeping steps are quickly needed


Article - Power Play

-The Times of India, December 28, 2011

The Anna Factor

Coexistence of political and civil society can strengthen democracy


Article - The Anna Factor

-The Times of India, December 28, 2011

Fukushima slows down, but does not halt the nuclear march

The Hindu : Opinion / Op-Ed : Fukushima slows down, but does not halt the nuclear march:

"The looming energy crisis has limited the negative reaction."

In search of a lunar alien base

The Hindu : Opinion / Op-Ed : In search of a lunar alien base:

"Online volunteers could be given the task of spotting alien technology, evidence of mining and rubbish heaps in moon images."

For Af-Pak, a future that looks exactly like the past

The Hindu : Opinion / Op-Ed : For Af-Pak, a future that looks exactly like the past:

"There is talk of an endgame, but in this region the game of wars has a way of lingering on."

Unconstitutional, unethical, unscientific

The Hindu : Opinion / Lead : Unconstitutional, unethical, unscientific

"The Biotechnology Regulatory Authority of India Bill, if passed, will adversely affect agriculture, health of humans and animals, and the environment, causing unparalleled harm."

Iraq on the brink

The Hindu : Opinion / Editorial : Iraq on the brink

Unsafe at any speed

The Hindu : Opinion / Editorial : Unsafe at any speed

On India's road safety conditions, data by Atul Gawande, a U.S.-based surgeon, writer, and public health researcher.