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Qurbani Goes Digital

Amid coronavirus, more Pakistanis are turning to online services for the traditional ritual sacrifice of animals during Eid ul Adha — at least temporarily.

Aparna Dishes Truths About “Indian Matchmaking”

The Houston lawyer shot to fame for her one-liners and brutal honesty — but she’s fine if you forget her in six months.

Can China and India Coexist in Peace?

If India and China cannot manage their insecurities, they will only keep butting heads — and not just at their border.

The Obsession with Long Hair

Long hair once signified wealth and religious affiliation. Today, South Asians say it’s more about personal expression.

How a Cult-turned-Corporation Hijacked Sikhism

Yogi Bhajan, a Punjabi conman, created the “Kundalini Yoga” brand and turned a centuries-old religion into a commodity that centered whiteness.

Behind the Scenes with “Indian Matchmaking” Creator Smriti Mundhra

The executive producer and filmmaker talks about the reactions to the first season and what’s next.

Asian America Writes “Letters for Black Lives”

Working in over 40 languages, Asian Americans ask community elders to reconsider their commitments to Black people.

Why the H-1B System is Broken

Though the H-1B visa opens up opportunities for immigrants, outsourcing companies tend to monopolize the visa, pay low wages, and award it to non-specialists.

India and Nepal: A Tale of Two Maps

The India-Nepal border dispute isn’t new — but this time, it’s louder and hyped by competitive nationalism.

Growing Up Indojin

What makes you feel like you belong is profoundly personal — especially for those who grew up in the close-knit Indian diaspora of Kobe, Japan.

Opinion: Britain’s Forgotten Immigrants

The U.K. repeatedly forgets the legacy of South Asian immigrants on its frontlines — from the trenches to hospital wards.

The Multiple Dealbreakers of Netflix’s “Indian Matchmaking”

Netflix’s latest attempt to corner an Indian market is entertaining but overlooks crucial issues in the arranged marriage industry.

Nepali Cuisine Comes into its Own

The nation’s cuisine is far more than dal bhat and momos: restaurants are gradually incorporating regional specialties in Nepal — and abroad.

The Essential Legacy of M.I.A.

Her Brownness was palatable to the industry and their persistent search for a fresh eclectic star — but her politics were not.

The Kurta Makes its Fast-Fashion Debut

UNIQLO’s kurta collection popularizes the ancient South Asian garment, but also elicits mixed reactions.

Opinion: My New Normal on the Frontlines

As the COVID-19 pandemic spread, one doctor saw childhood rules in a new light.

A Pommel Horse, Masala Macaroni, and an Olympic Dream

Gymnast Akash Modi — part of a “tight-knit” group of South Asian Americans in the sport — is aiming for an Olympic medal.

India’s Battle for LGBTQ Rights is Far from Over

Two years after India’s Supreme Court revoked Section 377 — which criminalized homosexuality — violence, assaults, and discrimination are still the norm.

Why Test Scores Can Be a “Proxy for Privilege”

For many South Asian Americans — even those who excel at tests — test-based admissions are a flawed system.

Ten Years of Dishoom

Co-founder Shamil Thakrar shares what it takes to build a food institution — deepen, don’t dilute.