India – Kalpna Singh-Chitnis

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River Paw Press Celebrates Hryhorii Kochur Award for the Translation of Love Letters to Ukraine from Uyava—Любовні листи до України від Уяви by Kalpna Singh-Chitnis, Translated into Ukrainian by Volodymyr Tymchuk

The Hryhorii Kochur Literary Award is a major state honor in Ukraine that celebrates excellence in poetic translation and has traditionally been awarded for translations of classical works into Ukrainian. This is the first time a work by a contemporary poet, translated by a fellow poet and soldier, has received this recognition—a significant milestone for both the author and the translator.

Paradise Lost: In the Footsteps of My Master

“Why are you in the West working for peace and teaching Westerners, when the problems lie in your own country? Why aren’t you promoting peace in Vietnam, where the conflicts lie, and teaching your own people? “…because several causes behind the problems my country is facing today are here.

Incredible India: The Celebration of its Resilience, Triumphs and Aspirations on its 77th Independence Day

On the eve of its 77th Independence Day, the world looks towards India, filled with wonder and high hopes. Meanwhile, India looks toward the world with hopeful anticipation, yearning for prosperity and global peace, particularly after the Ukraine-Russia conflict. Like any other country, India has its own unique challenges, problems, and ways of handling them, often not in line with Western approval. India’s distinct cultural identity, along with its social and political ideologies, does not conform to the template of Western culture and socio-political norms. Yet, India, since its independence on August 15th, 1947, has stood firm, akin to the Himalayas, regardless of the approval or disapproval of nations that feel challenged by its strong presence not only in South Asia but on the world stage.

“The Daughters of the Hindu Kush” Nominated for Publication of the Year

A crowd sits in a circle and watches the justice being delivered.
There are many circles outside the circle invisible to our eyes.
She cannot escape.

OO:OO: A Tribute to Thích Nhất Hạnh by Kalpna Singh-Chitnis

Sitting in your veranda, in stillness, I hear the rain, the Tawny owl, and the Robins, somewhere in the trees, outside your hut. I know you are there…

The Divided State of America: What Can We Learn From It?

By Kalpna Singh-Chitnis …We must abstain from climbing that peak where only one side can prevail, and the other side refuses to go down without taking the other with it. If this happens, it will be detrimental to the United States. Four years ago, after the US Presidential election, I…

Indigenous: America’s Ancient Remorse

by Kalpna Singh-Chitnis The lives of indigenous people, their land, culture, identity, and virtue mattered, yet they didn’t. October 12th is celebrated as Indigenous Peoples’ Day in America, previously called Columbus Day. I am happy to see this change and awakening in America. We can’t sweep our history under the…

Is War a Political Choice, Moral Choice, or Both?

It is startling to see how China, the greatest violator of human rights in Tibet, Magnolia, Hong Kong, Gilgit Baltistan; the torturer of Uyghur Muslims, democracy and peace activists; the supporter of terrorism with Pakistan in Kashmir; the destroyer of India’s relationship with Nepal, Iran, and the protagonist of imperialism doesn’t concern many people in India or in the USA.

The Culture and Vocabulary of Rape

I hope we can make stricter laws for criminals who perform such barbaric acts against women and in many cases, against men and children also. We need to provide sex education and encourage women, men and children to learn martial arts to protect themselves and defend others in crisis. Politicians and administration must be held accountable for not taking actions against such crimes. All sex offenders must be registered, and their records must be made public for people to be aware of their backgrounds. The families also have an obligation to provide moral education to their children and teach them their social responsibilities. Some people may need psychotherapy, which is still a stigma in our society. But we must be open to provide support and transform the lives of people who can still use our help to stop this menace.

Mud and Lotus

Mud and Lotus I can relate to how the liberals in India are feeling right now. Not too long ago, many of us felt the same way after the US election results came out in November 2016. But one thing I personally learned from our exhaustion and loss is not…

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