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Born in Kerala, settled in Hyderabad (AP). I have taught History at various institutions in Hyderabad and now work for a foreign government organization. I come from an Army family. History, Religion, Polity, Music, and Cricket are my areas of interests. Please find my articles on Chowk under the author name Salil Kader. Random Thoughts: I carry no illusions about changing the world... but do believe that each one of us has a role and duty towards to the society we live in.
Articles by Salil Kader
Of Taufel, Howard And An Apology
Salil Kader Aug 20, 2007 interacts: 17 Views: 4875Same day that Simon Taufel expressed disappointment with his decision, another Australian, PM John Howard, ruled out an apology to the Indian doctor Mohammad Haneef
Caste, Reservations and Indian Muslims
Salil Kader Apr 30, 2006 interacts: 31 Views: 7092The despicable custom of discrimination on the basis of a person’s birth is prevalent among the Muslims of India. But demanding a separate identity as a ‘dalit Muslim’, and other benefits based on caste is no panacea for such iniquity
Let’s Play Cricket
Salil Kader Feb 13, 2005 interacts: 8 Views: 5398In the last series, India won on the field, Pakistan off it, but cricket emerged as the real victor.
’NO’ to Ostentatious Displays and Wasteful Expenses
Salil Kader Dec 17, 2004 interacts: 43 Views: 8552Supreme Court had banned serving of meals at hotels, clubs and marriage halls for marriage ceremonies. The Court, in its order, specified that ‘no meals or edibles other than hot and cold drinks could be served to guests.’
Salil Kader
- Articles on Chowk: 4
- First article: Dec 17, 2004
- Latest article: May 7, 2009
- Times read on Chowk: 25917


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