The Rise of Hate
In the “long 18th century” (1685-1815), European politics, philosophy, science and communications were radically reoriented during the course of a movement referred to by its participants as the...
America's moment of self-reckoning?
The past week has been tumultuous and agonising for most Americans. A week of speculation, media hype, and political and personal
A champion in triumph or defeat
Years ago, when I first migrated to the United States, I was asked to read Robert Ringer's Winning through Intimidation as part of my acculturation process.
Something to reflect upon
Today, I choose to address an issue that has generated years of soul-searching resulting in an inner struggle to draw the line between right and wrong.
Nationalistic competition or cosmopolitan carnival?
While I cannot claim to be an avid football fan, the World Cup bug does attack me every four years. I write this column on a sleepless night, disturbed and disenchanted after watching the rather...
Social laws of upward motion
Of late, I have been reflecting on an interesting aspect of our social discourse.
History, propaganda or just a movie?
For some time now, I have been resisting the urge to add my voice to the Padmaavat controversy.
Prioritising life's choices
Recently, I made an unusual journey—a journey of love to pick up old relationships and energise them.
The power of empathy
Almost every day we come across positive news about Bangladesh's economic progress, and the individual achievements of creative, entrepreneurial, and innovative Bangladeshis.
Regenerating the Tree of Life
Post-retirement is often advertised on birthday cards and in Art of Living books as the “golden era” of a fulfilling life.