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There has been much jubilation about the official notification issued by the central govt. constituting the joint committee for the drafting of the Lok Pal Bill. Broadly speaking, the Bill seeks to create a Lok Pal authority which will act … Continue reading →

‘There is nothing dramatic in the success of a [statesman]…His victories are made up of a series of microscopic advantages; of a judicious suggestion here, or an opportune civility there: of a wise concession at one moment, and a far-sighted … Continue reading →

I was in Bengaluru last week for my cousin’s wedding. Its the 7th time a cousin is getting married and also the 7th time that my ajji blessed another of her grandchildren, wished them a 100 years of happy matrimony … Continue reading →

A couple of days ago, Sagarika Ghose, deputy editor of CNN-IBN wrote a piece for the Hindustan Times. She writes: The really remarkable bits of the speech were the rich and detailed references to Indian society, thought and language. When … Continue reading →

Pakistan turns down World Bank, ADB loan. LOL. Apparently, Pakistan has its ‘own resources’, which it will use to rebuild the country after the devastating impact of the flooods. What can I say. 😀

One sunny day a rabbit came out of her hole in the ground to enjoy the fine weather. The day was so nice that she became careless and a fox sneaked up behind her and caught her. “I am going … Continue reading →

Ushas, the vedic goddess of the dawn,in all her fiery splendour. (Taken from my window at 530 am or so.)

Creedy: Die! Die! Why won’t you die?… Why won’t you die? V: Beneath this mask there is more than flesh. Beneath this mask there is an idea, Mr. Creedy, and ideas are bulletproof!

Pak suggests FIA and CBI work together on terrorism and 26/11 . This article set me thinking on why our govt is unable to understand the pulse of the nation these days. In my opinion, the answer is crystal clear … Continue reading →