Archive

Untouchability Captured on Camera, Rajasthan

 
/ January 5, 2011

Dalit women are made to remove their footwear as they pass by upper caste houses.

Bikaner Heritage in Ruins

 
/ December 29, 2010

The term ‘Haveli’ is used for a private mansion. It is derived from Persian meaning “an enclosed place”.

Sanjhi Art: A Symbolic Gender Equalizer

 
/ December 1, 2010

Traditional Indian art form Sanjhi helps create gender sensitivity.

Corruption Hinders BPL scheme

 
/ November 17, 2010

BPL cards are not issued to those who need them most.

Lac: A Risky Craft

 
/ November 8, 2010

In India’s high earning lacquer industry, artisans work with poor infrastructure, taking big health risks

Ironsmiths’ Children Yearn For Education

 
/ October 19, 2010

Children from the Ironsmith community in Rajasthan long to go to school instead of hammering metal.

Can Uniform AloneEnsure Education?

 
/ September 27, 2010

Rajasthan introduces common uniform code for students of private and government schools. ‘Focus on standard of education’, say parents.

Justice EludesTortured Woman

 
/ September 9, 2010

Dalit woman and victim of domestic violence awaits justice in Karauli, Rajasthan.