“Even the sun negotiates with dust, leaving a shadow” Standing outside in the late afternoon, watching a tree cast a long shadow on the sidewalk. At first glance, there is nothing dramatic about this shadow. However, it exists only because something is blocking it—dust in the air, uneven surfaces on the ground, particles so small … Read more
New Delhi: Supreme Court A plea against hate speeches against the Brahmin community, which the petitioners termed “Brahminophobia”, was rejected on Friday.A bench of Justices BV Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan said hate speech should not be made against any community but declined to entertain the plea. “We do not want hate speech against any community. … Read more
Harvard University (AP Photo) Harvard University has issued an apology after its South Asian Studies department posted artwork related to its Sanskrit program on social media, sparking online accusations of insensitivity and bias.The controversy began when an image of Harvard University’s introductory Sanskrit course drew criticism on social media. The Coalition of Hindus of North … Read more
Harvard’s South Asian Studies department has found itself at the center of a growing online storm after an artwork on its website prompted sharp criticism and accusations of bias. The controversy was sparked by the Hindu Union of North America, which accused the university of “blatant Hinduphobia” in visuals for its junior Sanskrit course.On “TheThe … Read more