Some of us are aware of the beginning of indentureship but we need to acknowledge the end of this horrible system. They faced racism, religious discrimination, were exploited and endured inadequate housing, low wages and physical abuse.
As South Asia stands at a crossroads, the path forward lies not just in political accords but in confronting the shadows of its past. Healing requires more than ceasefires — it calls for courage, empathy, and the willingness to rewrite inherited narratives.
As Pakistan's first Sikh representative in the Punjab Assembly in more than 60 years, Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora has continuously pushed for inclusive policies and legislative changes, serving as a ray of hope for minorities.
Chickens are incredibly intuitive. They can sense your mood, your energy. And in return, they’ve taught me to slow down, to be present. In moments of stillness, my hens are calm and responsive, and in their peaceful company, I’ve learned that there’s no need to rush.
With the profound message of Iskcon Founder-Acharya Shrila Prabhupada that "no one should go hungry" as its motto, the country's leading non-government organisation Akshaya Patra Foundation has served whopping 6.3 crores (63 million) meals to the needy since the lockdown was enforced across the country on March 25 to contain the coronavirus spread
Legendary Indian composer and Oscar-BAFTA-Grammy winner A R Rahman has joined Bangladesh's Mostofa Sarwar Farooki directorial No Land's Man as co-producer and composer
This 2014 Turkish TV series has set viewership records and is reportedly seen in 65 countries. Over 40 million have watched it in Pakistan alone since the holy Ramadan month, writes Mahendra Ved for South Asia Monitor
Noted artiste Ferdous has won the hearts of the masses with his charm over the years. The celebrated actor has garnered an extensive fan base through his prominence in films in Bangladesh and beyond
Ehsan Mani, Pakistan’s cricket chief, has surprisingly emerged as a strong candidate to head the International Cricket Council (ICC) as its chairman
The Telangana state government on Monday permitted resumption of shooting for films and television programmes
Despite the COVID-19 lockdown, conservationists in eastern Nepal are busy tracking ten wild red pandas they had fitted for the first time with GPS-satellite collars in December to monitor their behaviour and habitat
The Indian Overseas Congress (IOC) has told the US government that it will pay for restoring Mahatma Gandhi's statue that was desecrated last week during the protests against police brutality
Chronicling through the lives of young wizards and witchcraft, Harry Potter has been a mesmerising turning point in many children's fantasies
Adding to his increasing list of factual errors, erroneous attributions and geographical fumbles, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday misquoted national poet and philosopher Allama Iqbal but was quick to admit his mistake after it was pointed out on social media
US Ambassador to India, Kenneth Juster, on Thursday apologized for the desecration of Mahatma Gandhi's statue in Washington DC
Amid the pandemic, masks have become a hot commodity. Sensing its huge market, many designers have brought out masks to support the cause of weavers
A new femme fatale has captured the imagination of Pakistani hoi polloi's consciousness. American Cynthia D. Ritchie, claiming to be an adventurist, self-proclaimed filmmaker, journo and blogger, is front and centre of the new controversy
In a significant decision, the Maharashtra state government has permitted resumption of shootings for films, teleserials, advertisements, OTT, etc with immediate effect
Miss Nepal World 2018 Shrinkhala Khatiwada is indeed a beauty with a purpose. She has lent her voice to the issues of migrants stranded on the Nepal-India border, showing her support for CNN Hero of the Year of 2015 Maggie Doyne and how we can help them
