On a rain-kissed evening in Guwahati, Gopika and I had the pleasure of warm hospitality from my gracious friend Bagmita and her brother. An authentic Assamese repast, sweets, and tea of rare excellence made for a night where conviviality met culture in the most delightful way.

At the sacred precincts of Maa Kamakhya Temple during the resplendent festival of Navratri: I was privileged to witness the sanctity of Kumari Puja, a stirring reminder of the divine feminine in its purest, most reverential form. A moment of faith, philosophy and quiet elevation.

India’s regulatory sandbox model must expand beyond fintech to manage risk, enable innovation and build evidence-based governance across emerging sectors shaping future growth, I write in MillenniumPost. millenniumpost.in/opinion/rethin…

From self-identification to state certification, India’s transgender law recasts rights as entitlements mediated by authority, raising troubling questions on dignity, autonomy, and lived identity: I write in this latest Outlook India piece with Gopika B.T. outlookindia.com/national/from-…

Beyond the postcard of clouds lies a more intimate Meghalaya—of living root bridges, silent trails, and a culture that walks gently with nature. My latest for Outlook Traveller, tracing my journey from Delhi to the East, through Kolkata, Bolpur, and Assam. outlooktraveller.com/destinations/i…

A lovely catch-up this evening in Thiruvananthapuram with the vibrant and affectionate Prof. Deepa Prasad of my alma mater, University College, made even more special with Lekshmi by my side. Moments that nourish both mind and heart.

As #India advances Digital Public Infrastructure (#DPI) 2.0, trust is central: consent-driven data sharing, strong data protection law and offline support are essential so digital public infrastructure expands inclusion without creating new forms of exclusion: Amal Chandra

For millions of Indians, trains are more than transport—they are lifelines. When they run late, it’s not a minor inconvenience but a reflection of how we value the time, dignity, and aspirations of ordinary citizens. My latest in THE WEEK. Do read! theweek.in/news/india/202…

The thaw in India–Bangladesh relations will only endure if both sides shift from personality-driven diplomacy and symbolic gestures to rules-based engagement and proactive institutional design, write Amal Chandra and Abhijay A. eastasiaforum.org/2026/04/23/ind…

India and Bangladesh seek a post-2024 reset, but trade imbalances, uneven connectivity, and rising Chinese influence complicate ties. A durable reset needs institutional frameworks that outlast politics. I write with Abhijay for East Asia Forum: eastasiaforum.org/2026/04/23/ind…

#India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (#DPI) 2.0 marks a shift from Unified Payments Interface in India to universal data empowerment, turning identity, payments and consent-based data into public goods shaping productivity, inclusion and governance: Amal Chandra

Delighted to attend the splendid wedding ceremony of Treesa and Benjamin, brother of my good friend Jayan Jacob (seen at the far left), at St. Sebastian’s Church, Changanassery. Warmest wishes to the newlyweds for a lifetime of love, companionship, and enduring happiness.

The devastation at Mundathikode should act as a turning point for fireworks industry. It is clear that safety standards are outdated and enforcement mechanisms are woefully inadequate. My latest for South First. thesouthfirst.com/kerala/mundath…

The US–Iran ceasefire appears less a diplomatic triumph than a fragile pause shaped by coercion and miscalculation. Subsequent events reveal tactical reversals and no credible path to negotiation. My latest @httweets piece with Ravindra Garimella. hindustantimes.com/ht-insight/int…

International Workers’ Day Special: Labour rights are no longer a linear question thesouthfirst.com/opinion/intern…

Comment When nights become warm, it is evidence that the old assumptions under which India built its cities, designed its homes and organised its economy no longer hold, writes Amal Chandra downtoearth.org.in/climate-change…

The redefinition of labour rights will shape India’s future trajectory. The goal is not simply to protect workers, but to create a system where growth & dignity go hand in hand, ensuring that the benefits of development are shared. I write w/ Thiru. thesouthfirst.com/opinion/intern…

Warm nights show the old assumptions behind India’s buildings and economy no longer hold. It needs a long-term heat strategy now, before the next season worsens and the fan again blows flames. My latest #comment for Down To Earth. downtoearth.org.in/climate-change…

#India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (#DPI) 2.0 marks a shift from Unified Payments Interface in India to universal data empowerment, turning identity, payments and consent-based data into public goods shaping productivity, inclusion and governance: Amal Chandra

My The Good Men Project feature this month reflects on how fear conditions submission, why boundaries matter, and how the simple word “no” can become an act of self-respect and moral clarity. Do read it! goodmenproject.com/featured-conte…