'We are not safe even in office': Pune techie's murder raises concerns on security, workplace sexism

The software sector is a large employer of women, but safety measures and sensitivity is sorely lacking, say the IT hub's young professionals.

Urvashi Sarkar

· Feb 04, 2017 · 06:30 pm

Brics' New Development Bank may be new only in name – it's yet to lay the ground for sweeping change

As the member countries look to take the financial institution ahead at the ongoing summit, they would do well to first look at its existing problems.

Urvashi Sarkar

· Oct 16, 2016 · 06:30 am

BRICS may not replace the old world order – but it could still make a difference

The grouping can bring India investments, help find areas of cooperation with China, and influence the UN Security Council, IMF and World Bank.

Urvashi Sarkar

· Oct 04, 2016 · 06:30 am

How to fight intolerance with culture: A Palestinian-Indian theatre production shows the way

Two theatre companies are collaborating to further the ideals of Safdar Hashmi and Juliano Mer-Khamis, both of whom were killed for agitating for freedoms.

Urvashi Sarkar

· Nov 22, 2015 · 03:30 pm

Is India's trade with Israel significant enough to justify jettisoning its support for Palestine?

Tel Aviv doesn't feature among New Delhi's top ten trading partners.

Urvashi Sarkar

· Oct 17, 2015 · 07:30 pm