Psyche of a pandemic

As the number of Coronavirus cases crosses the 6,500 mark in India, it is important to ensure that the strategy to contain the virus does not wreak havoc on the nation’s mental health  Social distancing, though essential during the Covid-19 pandemic,  comes at a cost. Humans have structured their existence based on social parameters, the […]

Zoos on alert for virus

After a tiger in New York City’s Bronx Zoo was found to be Corona positive, animals in captivity in India are being monitored and contingency plans prepared   On Sunday, shocking news came from the US: Four-year-old female Malayan tiger at the Bronx Zoo was found to be Corona positive. This is believed to be the […]

The balcony spirit

​Not just in India but in places all over the world–London, New York, Rome–people came to their balconies and doors to clap, light candles, sing songs and play music swaying their arms, even dancing to express solidarity with the health workers in the fight against Coronavirus  There has been criticism that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, […]

Sustain your trusty steed 

In the 21-day lockdown that may be extended to contain the spread of COVID-19 in India, maintaining the health of your car is of importance as neglect can result in hefty repair bills For a lot of petrolheads, the thought of not being able to go out for those late-night drives with the windows rolled […]

​Home and away 

Many foreigners are stuck in India, some by choice, during the lockdown. Overall, it’s been an enriching experience despite all the anxiety and concerns The impact of Covid-19 is unprecedented, collectively and individually. Life has come to a standstill. The lockdown has ensured that people stay wherever they are.  The fortunate are at home, while […]

They slave unseen, underpaid

Though the plight of migrant workers was highly visible at the Delhi-UP border, hundreds of bonded labourers are languishing unseen in brick kilns and stone quarries “A number of bonded labourers were freed just three months back — some right before the lockdown. They were just getting back to some semblance of normalcy, working as […]

Surveillance for the greater good? 

The measures for containment of Coronavirus on a war footing have paved the way for the disappearance of privacy of the infected. Public interest is riding roughshod over private interest    Three weeks ago on 22 March, I received messages revealing that Covid-19 had entered my district. The proof? Photos taken of posters pasted outside homes […]

Buttoning down in style

As work from home becomes a way of life, fashion influencers find ways to spice up their wardrobes “Don’t think I am mad, I just wanted to show it off to you,” says Neena Gupta, the veteran actor concluding her Instagram video wearing an elaborate choker in gold that decorates her neckline.  She is in […]