Both the “New Negro” movement in the 1920s and the Civil Rights Movement fought against racial discrimination and worked towards equality for African-Americans in the USA. Their basic difference lies in the form of protest that each employed. The “New Negro” movement was envisioned and designed to be the new spirit of militancy. Right from [...]

Thanks to technology these days’ wars/conflicts/encounters all have become reality shows. It is unnerving to watch footage of Israel-Hamas standoff- be it tanks moving in or a rocket offensive. Homes are being reduced to rubbles on both sides. Civilians – men, women and children dying are every sec as the world watches on TV while [...]

The recent violence in Gaza Strip is heart rending to say the least. Though it is quite natural for people to be angered and saddened at the same time, the Hamas need to take measures that speak of restraint and order. If the Israelis pound Gaza, they take the pretence of targeting militants, but invariably [...]

In a rare show of courage and compassion, Kia Scherr, who lost both her husband and daughter at Mumbai’s attack talked about sending out forgiveness and compassion to the attackers. She found strength in Jesus Christ’s words “they know not what they do”.
How true! Don’t think these young terrorists know the meaning of this game [...]