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There is a misconception that Sanskrit language is only a language for chanting mantras in temples or religious ceremonies. That, actually, is less than 5% of the Sanskrit literature, more than 95% of which has nothing to do with religion...
Web | Oct 19, 2009
For The Record
A SC bench directs "the Central government to forthwith constitute a Committee ... which shall do scientific research on a war footing for solving the water shortage in most parts of our country because of which our people are suffering terribly."
Web | May 02, 2009
Platform
There is no dearth of eminent scientists in the field who can solve the water problem, but they have not been organised and brought together and not been requested by the central and state governments to solve this problem. High time it was done.
Web | Feb 10, 2009
Platform
Some people have started saying that to combat terrorism, it is necessary to curtail civil liberties and introduce draconian laws. To my mind, this is a dangerous idea, and hence it is necessary to explain the importance of liberty and democracy ..
Web | Jan 23, 2009
Platform
'The words 'Kalidas' & 'Ghalib' in the expression 'Kalidas-Ghalib Academy' are only metaphors -- they represent the entire composite culture of India, including the cultures developed in all parts of India'
Web | Nov 18, 2008
literature
We urgently need art that reflects injustices to which most Indians are tethered
Magazine | Apr 23, 2007
On The Record
Full text of the Lecture delivered by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Markandey Katju, Judge, Supreme Court of India - On Contempt Of Court : The Need For A Fresh Look -on 17th January, 2007 at Indian Society Of International Law, New Delhi
Web | Feb 08, 2007