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Indian Culture
Art in the Delhi Metro
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The metro in the capital of India moved from state-of-the-art to art-of-the-state.
Gods Against Ghosts: The Exorcisms of India’s Mehandipur Balaji
By Krzysztof Iwanek
A temple in northern India is famed for its exorcism rituals.
Daryaganj: Old World Charm at Delhi’s Used Book Bazaar
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Delhi’s Sunday book market is exceptional and very Indian.
Adopt a Heritage: Should Private Companies Be Caretakers of Indian National Monuments?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Will sites like the Taj Mahal become better managed or will they become banners for private firms?
A New Religion in India? Karnataka's Lingayats Seek Recognition
By Priyanka Borpujari
The state government of Karnataka has granted a separate religion tag to the Lingayats.
Penguin Dads: Changing Gender Norms in India
By Jagriti Gangopadhyay
More Indian fathers are becoming involved in their children's lives. The government should take note.
The Bonfire of Modern Demons: On Original Ways of Celebrating India’s Holi
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Innovative versions of celebrating the festival include burning the effigies of fraudsters.
Destny in Numbrs: How Numerology is Ruining Indian Names and Traditions
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Want to change your fate? Change your name!
Bollywood Meets Nepali Nationalism
By Peter Gill
In Kathmandu, a fan club has drawn critique for idolizing an Indian actor. Why?
Awes-truck: Indian Trucks Ride to Fame
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The art and slogans found on Indian trucks are receiving growing attention.
Beyond Section 377: Where Does India's LGBT Movement Stand?
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Section 377 continues to loom large over India's LGBT community.
5 Ways India Can Become a Soft Power Superpower
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
How can India work its way up global soft power rankings?