Guru Nanak: The Eternal Voice of Oneness and Compassion
As the world celebrates the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, we are invited…
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(Update 12 minutes ago)Government Shutdown: When Politicians Play Games, Citizens Pay the Price
Two million federal employees left unpaid as political egos paralyze America’s government “Politicians’ power games starve two million workers —…
Read MoreThe Light Within and the Darkness We Must Conquer: On Diwali 2025
As the fragrance of fresh sweets fills the air, markets dazzle with colors, and homes begin to sparkle with rows…
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Between Hope and History: The Elusive Promise of Peace in Gaza
It is with cautious hope that we welcome the announcement of the first phase of a ceasefire agreement between Israel…
Read MoreA Ray of Hope in Gaza: Hamas Move Opens Door to Peace
The announcement by Hamas that it is prepared to release all remaining Israeli hostages, and that it is willing in…
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The Folly of Threats: Why Gurpatwant Singh Pannun’s Campaign Harms the Sikh Cause
The provocation for this comment comes from the latest threats issued by Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the legal advisor and de…
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The 80th UN General Assembly: Time for Courage, Not Calculated Fear
The 80th UNGA is in progress, and the eyes of the world are turned to the world body to see…
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Save America from Its Guns, and Its Wars
On September 10, 2025, America once again confronted its ugliest truth. Charlie Kirk, the conservative commentator and youth organizer, was…
Read MoreCuts in time: On the new GST system
The GST rate cuts will boost consumption at a time when exports face challenges The sweeping changes to the Goods…
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The Danger of Imported Nationalism: A Challenge for America’s Unity
When New York Mayor Eric Adams addressed the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) gala at Cipriani Wall Street on August…
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Remembering Rajiv Khanna: A Gentleman, A Guide, A Friend
The attorney and financial advisor who built communities of learning and friendship leaves behind a legacy of wisdom and grace.…
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India at 79: Pride, Promise, and the Pressing Challenges Ahead
Seventy-nine years after Independence, India stands tall as the world’s largest democracy—but faces mounting challenges from hostile neighbors, internal strife,…
Read MoreIsrael’s Seizure of Gaza City: A Blatant Defiance of Global Will
In a deeply disturbing move that underscores its increasing disregard for international norms, Israel has launched a full-scale operation to…
Read MoreWhen Power Threatens Liberty: On Rising Autocracy in Democratic Disguise
In the theater of politics, the rules have long been simple: defeat the opponent, discredit his vision, and champion your…
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France’s Bold Recognition of Palestine: A Beacon for Global Democracy
As the fires of war continue to engulf Gaza and the world once again watches in deafening silence, a bold…
Read MoreThe Ukraine-Russia War Enters Its Fourth Year: The Madness Must End
As the brutal war between Ukraine and Russia enters its fourth year, the world watches with a disturbing mixture of…
Read MoreTexas Flood Tragedy: A Wake-Up Call for Climate Preparedness and Government Accountability
In a harrowing turn of events, Central Texas has been ravaged by flash floods that have claimed dozens of lives,…
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Congratulations, the Free and the Brave: A 249-Year Reflection on American Independence
On this Fourth of July, 2025, Americans celebrate the 249th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence—an extraordinary milestone in human…
Read MoreZohran Mamdani’s Stunning Victory in NYC Mayoral Primary: A Tale of Promises, Populism, and Political Miscalculation
In a stunning upset that has sent shockwaves through the American political landscape, 34-year-old Zohran Mamdani, a first-generation Ugandan-Indian-American and…
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A Wound That Refuses to Heal: On the 41st Anniversary of Operation Blue Star
In the summer of 1984, a tragic and defining chapter unfolded in Indian history—Operation Blue Star, a military action ordered…
Read MoreIsrael’s isolation: On the Western world and Gaza
Netanyahu must not be allowed to get away with mass murder The joint statement by the leaders of Canada, France…
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Thought police: on a professor’s arrest
A professor’s arrest for posts points to misuse of law against dissent In an unconscionable act, a professor of political…
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Trump’s Middle East Foray and the Redefinition of U.S. Foreign Policy
President Donald Trump’s recent tour of the Middle East in May 2025 has laid bare the contours of a new…
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Welcoming the First American Pope: A Beacon of Hope in a Divided World
The election of the first American Pope marks a truly historic moment not just for the Roman Catholic Church, but…
Read MoreA Tragic Cycle Repeats: India-Pakistan Hostilities and the Need for Lasting Peace
The renewed hostilities between India and Pakistan have once again cast a dark shadow over South Asia. The April 22…
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A Tribute to Pope Francis: Shepherd of Mercy, Voice of the Marginalized
Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, passed away on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. His…
Read MoreVaisakhi: From Harvest Festival to the Birth of Khalsa – A Legacy of Courage and Purity
Vaisakhi, for centuries, was observed as a traditional harvest festival in Punjab—a celebration of the land’s fertility, the joy of…
Read MoreThe Danger of Executive Overreach: The Case of Dropping Corruption Charges Against Mayor Eric Adams
The American democratic experiment, as envisioned by the founding fathers, was predicated on a system of governance rooted in the…
Read MoreWhen Politicians Fear Laughter, Democracies are in Danger
When a comedian’s parody can provoke a police case, vandalism, and political outrage, it says far more about the fragility…
Read MorePast as a prelude: On the Nagpur riots and Aurangzeb
Nagpur riots saw the use of a medieval trope to polarize people There is ample empirical evidence that riots in…
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