Research & Analysis

Cultural and Historical Essays

  • To Be a Man, My Son | Substack | Jan 5, 2026 | An investigation into the "innocuous" nature of Rudyard Kipling’s most famous poem, exploring how its counsel on personal integrity functioned as a manual for the moral performance of imperial rule.

  • The Radical Raja: A Life of Reform, Royalty, and Rebellion | Substack | Dec 29, 2025 | A study of Raja Pramatha Bhushan Deb Roy, examining the tensions between inherited noble privilege and the radical social reforms of the Bengal Renaissance.

  • The Elephant in The Room | Substack | Dec 20, 2025 | Tracing the history of a humble antiseptic, this piece explores how everyday objects can become symbols of cultural identity and subtle resistance against colonial narratives.

  • Colonial Sacrifice, Imperial Amnesia | The Reformist Collective | Dec 1, 2025 |This article examines India’s selective historical memory - specifically, how the nation recalls the injustices of colonialism while overlooking the millions of Indian soldiers who served in the World Wars.

  • Two Iron Ladies, Two Different Worlds | Youth Ki Awaaz | Jul 20, 2025 | An analysis of Indira Gandhi and Margaret Thatcher, exploring how two leaders from radically different contexts wielded power with resolve, revealing complex intersections of gender and ideology.

  • An Oriental Vindicated | Youth Ki Awaaz | Jul 5, 2025 | An analytical article exploring and defending the life and legacy of Nirad C. Chaudhuri, highlighting his complex views on colonialism, nationalism, and intellectual independence.

Arts and Profiles

  • Jude Bailey: Embracing Kali, a legacy of martial arts | UD's The Review | Feb 9, 2025 | This article explores the story of a student training in the Filipino martial art of Kali, offering insights into the art’s techniques, cultural relevance, and enduring traditions.

  • The Infernal Year | House of Poetry | Jan 9, 2024 | A satirical and witty poem that humorously captures the tumultuous nature of the year 2020, serving as a playful mockery of an iconic yet troublesome time.