The Irony And The Ecstasy Of India's First Medalist In Rio Olympics
Sakshi Malik — a 23-year-old woman from a patriarchal state — wrestled her way to a bronze medal.
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A Father Vows To Save His Daughter From A Marriage He Forced Her Into
He married her off at age 15 to a man in his 40s with a reputation as a heavy drinker. In his quest to undo the deed, he has started a revolution in his Northern India village.
Petition Against Female Genital Mutilation Provokes An Angry Backlash
It's a ritual of the Dawoodi Bohra Muslim community in India. An effort to get the government to outlaw the practice has sparked debate — and verbal attacks.
Study: Why Pedestrians In India Need To Be Very, Very Cautious
A new study finds that the government count of pedestrian deaths may be far too low. Our writer shares a very personal perspective.
In Kashmir, Deadly Protests Follow Death Of Rebel Leader
At least 25 people have died in clashes with Indian security forces in the province of Kashmir, which began after the leader of a liberation militia was killed on Friday.
VIDEO: 'Call Me Maybe' Parody Pokes Fun At India's Marriage Ads
A trio of female college students didn't like the way "matrimonial adverts" depict women. So they wrote a song about it.
Amid Controversy, India's Reserve Bank Chief Announces Resignation
Raghuram Rajan was a U.S. resident, educated in both India and the United States. That C.V. and questions on policies put Rajan in the line of fire.
Father's Day Is Now A Thing In India — But My Dad Is Not A Fan
Growing up in India, I never had to worry about Father's Day. But now I do. Would dad like a booze flask with a mustache decal?
Why I Miss The Pools (And Pool Rules) Of America
If the rules at your neighborhood pool seem a bit strict, come take a dip with me in an Indian pool. It's a free-for-all.
The Vanishing Islands Of India's Sundarbans
Climate change has forced tens of thousands out. "I know I have a beautiful home," one islander says, "but ultimately it will go into the womb of the river. All we can do is try to delay the process."