British troops in 18th century Portuguese Goa

British troops in 18th century Portuguese Goa

Tucked away in a small corner outside the Raj Bhavan complex (Governor House), in my home town of Dona Paula in Goa, is a small cemetery. A short white wall surrounds the 103 graves which appear to be spread in non-geometric pattern. It appears indifferent to anyone...
Parrikar’s contributions to science and technology

Parrikar’s contributions to science and technology

Dr. Nanadkumar M Kamat A doctorate in Micro-biology, is a scientist and science writer. When I went to meet him in July 2017 with a copy of ‘Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow’ by bestselling author, Yuval Noah Harari, Manohar Parrikar just smiled, looked at the...
Thorium in India’s beach

Thorium in India’s beach

For decades, India has planned to fuel a carbon-free future with its thorium-rich sands. Is the country any closer to reaching its goals? The tropical beaches of India probably bring to mind sun-dappled palms, fiery fish curries and dreadlocked backpackers, but they...
Of friendships and more..

Of friendships and more..

Of Friendships And More..                                                                                Rita Sorowar I consider myself a good human being. I may have limitations, but at the end of the day, I can go to bed with a clear conscience and enjoy a peaceful...
Guru Nanak

Guru Nanak

GURU NANAK, HIS MESSAGE FOR HUMANITY AND THE SIKH FAITH Prof. Jagmohan Singh (Retd) (jagmohan46@gmail.com) Guru Nanak, through his proclamations of oneness of God and a more distinctive oneness (equality) of humans, together with his other views and expressions,...
Happy Diwali

Happy Diwali

বাজি বিহনে, মুখোস পরে দুঃখী কিংবা সুখী, দীপান্বিতায় সকলেই হোন অমল আলোকমুখী।। শুভ দীপাবলী।??