P Nagarjuna Rao Dr. Zakir Naik’s descent into absurdity has never been more evident than since his red-carpet arrival in Pakistan, where he seems to have transformed from a self-styled scholar to a caricature of one. Once touted as an intellectual heavyweight, Naik now stands exposed as nothing more than a fugitive with a bag…

It’s true that we miss everything dear to us more deeply when we’re far away from it. For Hindus, their festivals and celebrations take on greater significance and vibrancy once they leave the shores of the motherland. Whether it’s about reconnecting with tradition or building a sense of community, expatriates in the Gulf have infused…

In the age of viral outrage, we have grown accustomed to tales of bribery and scandal unfolding in the world of politics and corporations. But when corruption walks through the front door, drags its dirty currency bundles into the living room, and sets up camp in the puja room, the story takes on a different…

Names hold power, identity, and sometimes, a bit of fun. Take Caryn Elaine Johnson, for example. Who? Exactly! Nobody knows her unless we call her Whoopi Goldberg, a legend in acting and comedy. I don’t follow Western music much, but names like Sting, Bono, and Diddy pop up often in newspapers and magazines. Sean Combs…

In our fast-paced world, buffers quietly protect us from chaos, whether it’s the buffer zones around lakes in Telangana, the digital pauses that test our patience, or the social cues that give us space. These small but essential gaps provide the breathing room we need to navigate life’s demands, helping us maintain balance and avoid…