Family Corner

Responding to human needs in a capitalist society!

Dr. Agnes Thomas The vulnerabilities of human life in a market-driven culture have been on my mind lately. It reminds me of one of my theses, where I discussed how people with disabilities are often rejected because they don’t fit the economic expectations of a capitalist marketplace. It simply reflects the socio-economic setup that sees […]

To Survive or Maybe to Live

Prema Jayakumar There is so much strife all over the world. Is it that this is an exceptionally violent time in history? There are reports, there have been reports for over a year now, from the borders between Uzbekistan and Russia, from their cities that are bombed and are suddenly just masses of rubble. There […]

Pain and Suffering in the Circle of Life!

Dr. Agnes Thomas A recurring and often-debated topic among both the young and the elderly in religious and non-religious discourse centers on the views of sadness and joy, and/or scarcity and abundance. These discussions frequently reveal a common theme – an inclination to associate suffering and pain with punishment for past transgressions, the sins of […]

Parenting at Crossroads- New Parenting styles in the 21st century

Sanjose A Thomas Once a question was raised to Sigmund Freud, world famous psycho analyst regarding the world’s most patient task putting in the brain and heart of a person and instantly came his reply, “no doubt it is to train a child into a man”. Freud was right as there are many tasks which […]

So Far the Myth

Prema Jayakumar Onam and its febrile celebrations are just over and King Mahabali is presumed to have returned to his abode in Patalam. One could wonder about why the King of Asuras who held his famous yaga on the rivers of Narmada, whose kingdom had covered all the worlds, should want to visit just this […]

The Question of Prayer

Dr. Agnes Thomas A close friend once asked: could I write a reflection on prayer that resonates universally, encompassing individuals of diverse faiths or even those without any religious beliefs? In essence, they sought a contemplation on prayer that transcends conventional confines, delving into a realm of inclusivity and profound exploration. I assured them I […]

Is the state turning into an old age home?

Sanjose A Thomas Migration to foreign countries is an extremely common phenomenon in modern Kerala society. The Middle East and the European and North American countries are like their own homelands for Keralites today. The Malayalis, who migrated to other countries, have played an important role in the development of the state. The economic changes […]

Some Things Refuse to Die

Prema Jayakumar ‘The reports of my death have been grossly exaggerated’. That was Mark Twain when asked to comment on the fact that his death had been reported in some London newspapers. Someone or rather something else might tell us the same thing now. And a rather unexpected something. I’m talking of books and bookshops. […]

Eviction-facing Indian Catholics to fight Muslim charity’s claims

Goans oppose tourism project near 16th century basilica