Politics
Gulbarg Society Carnage: Who Cast the First Stone?
In the analysis of communal violence the general observation is that the narrative of events is so constructed as to blame the victim. The...
How Israel Uses Water As a Weapon Against Palestinians
Israel has resorted to a protracted policy of collective punishment: limiting all kinds of freedom, and using the denial of water as a weapon. Indeed,...
Popular Pakistani Qawwal Amjad Sabri Shot Dead
KARACHI — Renowned Pakistani qawwal Amjad Sabri was shot dead in Karachi Wednesday afternoon, after unknown assailants fired at his vehicle in the city’s...
Self Righteous Wannabe Leaders of Indian Muslims
Why is it that Muslim leaders and wannabe leaders are so keen to dominate opinion-making forums and discussion forums? Whether it is discussion in...
While Modi Chants ‘Development’, Hindutva Heats Up UP With Ayodhya, Kairana Campaigns
Lalmani Verma
NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi may speak of a ‘development’ agenda for Uttar Pradesh ahead of state assembly elections due next...