Damodar Dharmananda Kosambi was a towering figure in the field of history-writing in India. His works on various aspects of ...

In 'The Cave of Echoes', Wendy Doniger shows how the stories of mythology—whether of gods, sages, demons or humans—enable cultures to define themselves.

The latest addition to the “caste train” is State Senator Aisha Wahab, who introduced a caste bill in the state of California.

But there are consequences. The rising importance of caste—along with the increasing toxicity and divisiveness—is gnawing at the social fabric in different parts of the country.

Notably, the petitioners' SEBC caste certificates were found invalid as early as 2012—two years after they joined service. There were multiple rounds of litigation, up to the Supreme Court.

CASTE CENSUS Interview: Lessons from an analysis of UP social data on the necessity of a caste census As anti-reservation sentiments grow, only data, facts and accurate information can provide ...

As ambitious politicians continue to use “caste” as a dog whistle that denotes Hinduism, a presumption of upper-caste privilege will impact Hindus’ career options.

The 'elegant' face of an ancient Egyptian priestess whose singing was said to be able to calm the gods can be seen for the first time in 2,800 years.

The next book in George R.R. Martin's "Game of Thrones" book series, "The Winds of Winter," is one of the most highly anticipated fantasy novels ever, and fans have been awaiting its release for ...

The “Mass for the Care of Creation,” inspired by Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’, has prayers and Mass readings designed “to ask God for the ability to care for creation.” ...

Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath have gone out with a bang at what they say will be their final gig, in front of 40,000 fans and supported by an all-star line-up of rock legends who have been ...