Contrasting bits of news coming in from Fukushima Daichi in Japan. And I think, as a country with a raging debate about nuclear power, we need to pay more attention […]
Fukushima Daichi and nuclear safety Read More »
Purushottam Laxman Deshpande, or “Pu La” as he is affectionately called, has been a source of entertainment, inspiration, new ideas for as long as I can remember. What I find
My tribute to P L Deshpande Read More »
This article takes off from the previous one exploring the natural rights of children that are abused casually. So here, I am looking at schools. Let me say upfront that I am
Republished on request ~ When my mother was dominated into a meek shadow of herself, I was the one who thought that she actually might have something to say that
Delusions and Morgellons Read More »
How much energy does a nuclear power plant generate? According to Wikipedia, in India, we have 20 nuclear reactors in 6 nuclear power plants generating 4,780MW. 5 more plants under
Discuss Merits and demerits of India’s nuclear energy programme Read More »
Twitter is ablaze with news of nuclear meltdown being imminent in Japan and some tweets are along the lines of “OMG! the reactors are going to explode! God save the
What is a nuclear meltdown? Read More »
The Indian state has managed to keep the devastating drought in the country out of the National consciousness. Just as it has kept quiet the massive destruction of water resources,
Tears dry, drought remains Read More »
Was talking with someone about the problems wildlife sanctuaries face with local populations. On one end, there is the need to conserve the wildlife, to ensure that natural life survives
Nomads and tribals in a stereotyped world Read More »
