Humans like to believe that good things never end, until they do. I’ve always known that one day, this column’s topic would be about saying goodbye. That day is today

For 25 years, a global organisation staffed entirely by volunteers has been showing us how to search for the most likely truth while dealing with disagreements. It’s called Wikipedia

A new virus starts a pandemic that turns humans into a kind, gentle, caring and sharing species. Would you finally be happy? Don’t read the last para till you’ve read the rest

In 2031, after it came out that cows were not only holy but could communicate with humans, I was privileged to be the first journalist to interview one

They claim to communicate telepathically with animals, and will trace your missing dogs and cats. Unfortunately, this city has enough takers

The dish that has become a global icon of Indian cuisine is dying in an Indian courtroom, as its creators’ grandsons fight over who invented it

The game rewards you if you’re ruthless, compete savagely, think only about yourself and win at all costs. Sounds like Mumbai today, doesn’t it?

The Indian festival celebration today is a crass, public display of our lowest instincts, a licence to be the worst you can be, in public and without consequence

As India emerges as an economic powerhouse and a global leader, some Indians are also showing the world their inner boor, with the uncouth moves of a juvenile delinquent

When a human being is given too many choices, he gets befuddled. Some online booking platforms drive you crazy with options, and then clean you out

C Y Gopinath

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