Call for Jihad

Crisis in the Cathedral

The Roman Catholic Church in India is waking up to a major issue—a shortage of priests

The Limits of Good Behaviour

There is nothing absolute in the good or the bad prescribed through a template--and that's the ultimate social dharma

In High Spirits

A fascinating journey across cultures charts the life and evolution of alcohol and its influence

Eater or the Eaten?

The relationship between food and attaining perfection continues to bedevil modern-day existence

Simhastha Mela: Pilgrim’s Prowess in Ujjain

It’s another Kumbh spectacular on the riverbank as sadhus and seekers join the biggest festival of faith

Kollam Temple: Praying with Fire

A ban is not the answer. Let tradition live with strict rule of law

The Permanent Pursuit of the Imperfect

Gods, goddesses and the human indicator of happiness

Simhasth: Stage Set for Celestial Drama

Happier Is the Selfless

Building relationships beyond quid pro quo