The persistence of memory: What it means to be human

Deep-learning machines are conquering realm after realm of human expertise, but is there a difference between Them and Us?I think the only thing that distinguishes us from the machines is memory.......

The CRPF is not fighting just the Maoists in Bastar

CRPF troopers confront loneliness, poor network connectivity, poor work conditions, dismal work-life balance, and immense psychological stress.Rediff.com's Prasanna D Zore and Uttam Ghosh report on......

Why Adivasis fled their village after the Maoist ambush

Fearing imminent arrest and likely reprisals from the CRPF -- 25 of whose jawans were gunned down by the Maoists inside a jungle just 200 to 300 metres away from their homes on the afternoon of......

Modi's 5 foreign policy mistakes

India looks less equal to China than 5 years ago, the strategic alliance with the US is hobbled by trade, and Pakistan is looking anything but chastened by Balakot.What has gone wrong? asks Shekhar......