Dalits should stop skinning cows
2016-07-22
The question of the cow’s hide is not one of religion. It’s an excuse of Hindutva politics to torment Dalits. This should stop.Continue Reading
Just a moment?
2016-07-20
I fail to understand why David is exalted the way he is by the Jews, Christians and MuslimsContinue Reading
Choosing family over wealth
2016-07-04
The world will go on with a few people who are willing to sacrifice luxury for quality time with their familyContinue Reading
The Brexit a voice of protest by the people
2016-06-27
The Brexiters have won the debate that has been set forth with the declaration of the referendum on the membership of UK in the EU with a small majority and now the UK will sail alone in the world market. The present debate whether to be in out of theContinue Reading
Did I Really Lose My Vocation?
2016-06-26
Over the years, I have grown to appreciate what my 10 years in seminary had taught meContinue Reading
Modi illusions have shattered, thanks in part to Donald Trump
2016-06-22
During the 2014 general election, I, along with many other NRIs, pledged my vicarious support to the BJP and Narendra Modi. Any arguments that called into question Modi’s dubious human rights record and worrisome support for the Hindutva-oriented Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) fell on deaf ears. I was quick toContinue Reading
Why journalists quit the profession
2016-06-17
Here it is. My “I quit traditional journalism” column. I’ve dreaded writing it because I’m not convinced anything I write here will add to the conversation. And who cares if I quit journalism? Who am I, and why should you care what I think? Even if it’s all been saidContinue Reading
Women who taught me service
2016-06-16
Each one of them has challenged me and is challenging me to use the different talents God has given me for the welfare of othersContinue Reading
Dear, dear
2016-06-16
The communications age is easing human relations, but official self-importance remains unabated.Continue Reading
Joy of love in a family
2016-06-14
Reading “The Joy of Love,” the post-synodal Apostolic Exhortation of Pope Francis, inspired me to reflect on my family relationships, the years spent together in the company of my siblings in a large family. The Pope says, “The love of parents is the means by which God our Father showsContinue Reading