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Indian Culture
South Asia or India: An Old Debate Resurfaces in California
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Should the subcontinent be referred to South Asia or India, especially in the historical sense?
Cafe Sheroes: A Place for Acid Attack Victims in India
By Sanjay Kumar
One Indian cafe has made it self a place of refuge and recovery for India's acid attack victims.
The Rights and Traditions Rodeo: India’s Jallikattu Ban
By Krzysztof Iwanek
A regional bull-taming sport reopens the debate on the state and traditions in India.
The Battle of Kohima and Indian Historical Consciousness
By Sanjay Kumar
The Battle of Kohima saw northeast India emerge as a decisive battlefield in the Second World War.
An Uprising Against Intolerance in India
By Sanjay Kumar
The killing of a popular writer is the latest of Hindu extremist attacks. Why isn’t the government doing something about it?
Hindu Extremists Creep Ahead in India
By Sanjay Kumar
Recent attacks against rationalists, free-thinkers, and secularists are a cause for immense concern.
Why India Shouldn't Move Away From the Hindi Script
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
There's no reason for India to let go of its traditional scripts.
450 Years Ago, This Battle Changed the Course of Indian History
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
The Battle of Talikota is one of the most important battles in South Asia’s long history.
Can Pakistan's 'Burka Avenger' Score Fans in India?
By Jack Detsch
Pakistan’s popular cartoon superhero is coming to India. Will audiences follow?
3 Biggest Misconceptions About India
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Despite its huge size and population, there are several common misconceptions about India.
In 2015, A Milestone for Indian Literature
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
A new philanthropic initiative may reintroduce Indian classical literature to the masses.
Diwali: An Indian Festival Goes Global
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Indians the world over celebrated Diwali this Thursday, as did U.S. President Barack Obama.