The man who chronicled Mahatma Gandhi

Narayan Desai, son of Mahadev Desai, has written a four-volume biography of Mahatma Gandhi titled "My Life is My Message." The biography draws heavily from Mahadev Desai's diaries, in which he recorded letters, speeches, conversations, and thoughts of the Mahatma during their 25-year association. Mahadev Desai's diaries, which are still being edited and published, offer an insight into Gandhi's mind and provide a comprehensive record of the events leading up to India's independence.

Have we missed the dandy in SRK?

Shah Rukh Khan made his Met Gala debut in a black Sabyasachi ensemble, featuring a floor-length coat, silk shirt, and gold-diamond tiger head cane. He represented Indian cinema with elegance, embodying the event's "Black Dandy" theme through sophisticated, understated styling.

What we know about caste inequality in India | Number Theory

A new caste census in India aims to reveal population demographics and potentially capture economic inequality. Existing surveys already indicate significant disparities in employment and household conditions across different caste groups.

Problematics | Play the magician

A magician performs a card trick where you select four random cards, deal additional cards based on their values, and then reveal a predetermined card matching the sum of the face-up cards' values, showcasing a mathematical prediction technique.

What can a caste census tell us? | Number Theory

India's first caste census since 1931 will be conducted, revealing updated demographic information. While broad caste composition is already known, the census promises to provide fresh insights into the nation's social structure and population dynamics.