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Mira Patel
Mira Patel has an academic background in international affairs and has worked in research and public policy. You can follow her on Twitter @patelsmira
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A history of the movement to criminalise marital rape across the worldSubscriber Only
February 03, 2022 08:51 IST
Marital rape is a relatively new concept in legal terms but while most of the Western world has criminalised the offence, the Indian Government urges Courts to withhold the concept that consent is inbuilt into marriage. The first country to criminalise marital rape was the Soviet Union in 1922.
Thu, Feb 03, 2022
Explained: Why Sweden is afraid of Russian aggression in the Baltic SeaSubscriber Only
February 01, 2022 07:00 IST
Sweden has responded swiftly and decisively after noticing a number of Russian ships in the Baltic Sea and particularly large drones flying above its nuclear plants. Why are the Swedes afraid?
Tue, Feb 01, 2022
Why Ukraine matters to RussiaSubscriber Only
January 22, 2022 09:52 IST
Russia’s actions in Ukraine have both current relevance and a historical precedent. During the Cold War, the Soviet Union became the dominant power in the Black Sea. However, after the collapse of the empire, Russia lost most of its territory in the region with former Soviet states slowly inching closer and closer to the West.
Thu, Feb 24, 2022
Explained: What is the Great Resignation and what can be done to arrest itSubscriber Only
January 17, 2022 22:11 IST
The Great Resignation has largely been fuelled by burnout, but other factors also include the shift to working from home and the desire to move into a more stable profession.
Tue, Jan 18, 2022
Euthanasia: Why the right to die remains a debate across the worldSubscriber Only
January 17, 2022 16:14 IST
Euthanasia is sensitive and complex issue that has been debated across the world for centuries. Various factors come into play when discussing the topic including safeguards in legislation, morality and the precedent it may set
Mon, Jan 17, 2022
Why countries change their capital citiesSubscriber Only
January 08, 2022 16:13 IST
From whims of tyrants to climate change and consensus, there are many reasons why countries are still looking for new capitals
Sat, Jan 08, 2022
What 2021 looked like for global climate changeSubscriber Only
December 30, 2021 17:26 IST
2021 was supposed to be a year of hope for climate activists but instead, it turned out being a wasted opportunity for governments. The year was marked with climate disasters ranging from extreme wildfires in the American Southwest to record levels of flooding in Europe. Coal production increased sharply and carbon emissions bounced back from 2020 lows as economies slowly recovered from the pandemic. In India, the situation is particularly concerning with nine out of ten most polluted cities in the world located within the country.
Fri, Dec 31, 2021
What the warming of relations between Israel and UAE mean for the Middle EastSubscriber Only
December 23, 2021 09:17 IST
The progress of Israel’s standing in the Middle East will be contingent on a number of factors, most notably, its relationship with Saudi Arabia and its posture towards one of the region’s strongest powers, Iran.
Thu, Dec 23, 2021
Mumbai Greens: Amarsons Garden, the perfect spot for a breezy escapeSubscriber Only
December 15, 2021 14:26 IST
Like most others in Mumbai, the park has a playground for children along with equipment for exercise. It also features a giant chess board and age-specific zones.
Wed, Dec 15, 2021
From CWG in Delhi to Hockey World Cup in Rourkela: Do sports events benefit host cities?Subscriber Only
December 14, 2021 09:26 IST
A random sampling of 10 Olympics held between 1964 and 2008 found that tournaments did not correlate with any future GDP growth for the host nation, according to a Council on Foreign Relations report
Wed, Dec 15, 2021
Displays of liberation: How Selfridges revolutionised shopping for womenSubscriber Only
December 03, 2021 12:51 IST
🔴 When Selfridges first opened, according to Woodhead, “the store’s windows would tell their own story…resulting in window displays that “were visual masterpieces that defined the concept of creative window dressing ever after.”
Fri, Dec 03, 2021
How royal alliances sustained diplomacy, gave birth to sickly successors Subscriber Only
November 23, 2021 17:12 IST
Royal families have frequently used marriage as a way of consolidating power and expanding their territorial influence
Wed, Nov 24, 2021
Mumbai Greens: Joggers’ haven Tata Gardens is now the focal point of mega Coastal Road projectSubscriber Only
November 23, 2021 07:00 IST
The impact of the Coastal Road project on Tata Gardens has been worrying its most frequent visitors. Giant barricades and loud clunky machines have already drowned out the peaceful hum of the sea.
Tue, Nov 23, 2021
What Xi Jinping as president for life means for China and the worldSubscriber Only
November 16, 2021 09:24 IST
China is on track to becoming a global super power but will their President Xi Jinping hold them down or help them to fly
Tue, Nov 16, 2021
‘All that world needed to eradicate Covid was cooperation and $50 billion’Subscriber Only
November 16, 2021 08:43 IST
At Milken Institute panel, speakers discuss impact of geopolitics and missed opportunities .
Tue, Nov 16, 2021
Executives behind hit show Delhi Crime say Hollywood is no longer the epicentre of creativitySubscriber Only
November 15, 2021 18:52 IST
John Penotti says that now Hollywood budgets are going to smaller studios in emerging markets, allowing filmmakers to tell their stories on a global stage.
Mon, Nov 15, 2021
Mumbai Greens: August Kranti Maidan, a quiet zone catapulted to national fame by the Quit India MovementSubscriber Only
November 14, 2021 08:00 IST
It was from here that Gandhi declared the start of the Quit India Movement. Formerly known as Gowalia Tank Maidan, the park was renamed to pay homage to pivotal movement.
Sun, Nov 14, 2021
Unequal access to toilets remains a worry, and is central to global feminist movementSubscriber Only
November 09, 2021 11:31 IST
Inadequate toilet accommodations reflect society’s bias against women in the workplace and public spaces and reinforce the notion that women belong at home
Wed, Nov 10, 2021
Mumbai Greens: Oval Maidan, where you can watch cricket in shadow of Art Deco buildingsSubscriber Only
November 07, 2021 17:21 IST
On its eastern side, the park is flanked by the Rajabhai clock tower and the Bombay High Court, two buildings that provide a colonial-era feel to the park.
Sun, Nov 07, 2021
Mumbai Greens: A garden that lives up to its name on Malabar HillSubscriber Only
October 31, 2021 08:00 IST
Nature has encroached upon every facet of the garden. There are moss lined pathways overcome with shrubbery. Abandoned steps transformed into a man-made waterfall. And branches and fallen trees strewed across the pathways.
Sat, Oct 30, 2021
From popularity among Dalits to promotion of tourism: Buddhism’s new life in IndiaSubscriber Only
October 30, 2021 09:03 IST
Buddhism originated in India but slowly declined in popularity over the centuries. It now looks to be revived by a combination of factors
Sat, Oct 30, 2021
‘No one buys a football club to make money’… so what’s behind Saudi picking up Newcastle UnitedSubscriber Only
October 23, 2021 09:28 IST
From sports washing to sports diplomacy, there could be many ways to understand this latest move to buy a European club
Sat, Oct 23, 2021
Mumbai Greens: Powai Garden, gateway to a simpler timeSubscriber Only
October 17, 2021 08:00 IST
Visitors to the park are first greeted by a large water display, a teaser for the massive Powai Lake that lies five minutes away.
Sun, Oct 17, 2021
The journey of Mosquirix and future of MalariaSubscriber Only
October 13, 2021 08:49 IST
Malaria has plagued mankind for tens of thousands of years and the pesky mosquito, which serves as the host or vector for the disease, has killed more human beings than any other creature in existence, facilitating 400,000 deaths annually.
Wed, Oct 13, 2021
Mumbai Greens: Hanging Gardens, a tranquil haven in bustling citySubscriber Only
October 10, 2021 20:04 IST
Also known as the Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens, this peaceful oasis overlooks Marine Drive and the gorgeous Arabian sea beyond with one of the best views in all of Mumbai
Mon, Oct 11, 2021Journalism of Courage
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