The Hindi-Urdu controversy is not just about language. It reflects historical conflicts, colonial policies, and political struggles that continue today in India.

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“I promise you it’s the kind of book you won't want to put down,” Oprah says. For the first time in Book Club history, Oprah picked the same book twice. Originally selected for the club in 2008, A New ...

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