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culture
A Changing India: A Land of Dichotomies and Magic
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
India contains multitudes.
Authenticity Over Comfort: Why Indian Tourism Should Avoid Resort Complexes
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Culture is one of the greatest assets of Indian tourism, but it can’t be promoted through hotel towns.
The Organic Food Revolution: A Nightmare for India?
By Parul Abrol
Is India's organic food revolution myth or reality?
From Film to Reality: How Fans Find Their Fantasy Worlds
By Layne Vandenberg
Jiufen’s A-Mei Teahouse may not have inspired Miyazaki’s Spirited Away, but fans visit in droves anyway.
Tajikistan and Central Asia's Culture Wars
By Catherine Putz
There’s no unweaving history’s tapestry in Central Asia.
‘Azja Express’: Asia’s Life Unexpressed
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The TV show’s formula reinforces European stereotypes about Asia.
Nepal's Singing Storyteller
By Vishal Arora
Nepalese journalist switches to singing for storytelling.
Central Asian States Strive to Distill Local Culture
By Catherine Putz
The Silk Road, a “cultural artery," brought to the region all kinds of foreign influences.
Dear Steve King: Here's What Asia Contributed to Western Civilization
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Rep. Steve King's ahistorical commentary cannot go uncorrected.
Afghanistan's Love-Hate Relationship With Homosexuality
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Contrary to popular perception, some Islamic cultures have a long, vibrant history of tolerance for homosexual behavior.
Attacks Against Africans in India: All About Racism?
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Why the race argument cannot be ignored when addressing the attacks against African nationals in India.
A Choice in Uzbekistan: Freshly Hatched Chicks or Cash?
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
In modern and ancient Asia alike, food and consumable products have been stores of wealth.
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