Selvam Raju is our Kuala Lumpur correspondent, covering Malaysian politics and the country's large Indian-origin community. He writes on the domestic political realignments of a crucial Southeast Asian state and their implications for Indian investors and diplomats.
Recent work
Rishikesh: Where the Himalayas Speak and the Ganga Listens
Rishikesh, nestled in the Himalayan foothills of Uttarakhand, is one of India's most spiritually charged destinations — a living city where ancient Sanskrit wisdom, the sacred Ganga, and modern seekers of all backgrounds converge. Known as the Yoga Capital of the World, it is both a gateway to the Char Dham pilgrimage circuit and a destination in its own right. This article explores what makes Rishikesh not merely a place to visit, but a civilisational experience to undergo.
Red Fort: Where India's Soul Speaks in Crimson Stone
The Red Fort in Delhi is one of India's most iconic heritage landmarks, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that served as the ceremonial and political heart of the Mughal Empire for nearly two centuries. More than a ruin or a relic, it is a living symbol of India's layered, plural civilisational identity — the place from which a newly independent nation chose to announce itself to the world. A visit here is not sightseeing; it is a conversation across centuries.