I was shocked. The cabbie wore a cap with horns on it, and the name tag said ‘SATAN’ – loud and clear. Surprisingly, he was the politest driver I had ever come across. We visited the dens of criminals, politicians and power-brokers of all kinds. There were smug smiles of satisfaction on all the faces … Continue reading Strategic moves
“Capitalism has been broken, top UK business leaders warn”, scream media headlines. Artificial intelligence and technology are being blamed, the short-term thinking of profit-oriented corporations are being blamed. My son reads aloud a quote from the Book of Luke, “There will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over 99 righteous … Continue reading Capitalism failed?
It was a steep ascent, and she preferred missing the bus, than taking a risk. She had let him go, years ago, as she did not want to share his struggles in life. She had chosen a peaceful, anonymous existence in this remote place. There were no struggles, but there was no excitement either. Today … Continue reading On the other side of existence
I am unable to get Harvey Weinstein and #MeToo off my mind. He is not the first, nor will he be the last controversial figure. Trust is certainly on the decline. Arguments and counter-arguments will follow, and the media will get content without much effort. What and how do we teach our daughters and sons … Continue reading Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 9
Me: My shadow gives me immense pleasure. It is not as sharp as I am. It owes its existence to me. I can stand in different places at different angles, to impact its shape and size, or to make it disappear. Shadow: Do you realize why I am a blur? I reflect … Continue reading Shadowspeak
He was watching ‘Devdas’ for the sixth time. “Can a married woman from an aristocratic background, look so sensuous, crossing the yard to meet her lover?” he sighed. “The magic emanates from the extra yards of fabric we added to the sari, to create the moonlight-in-motion look. Watch the blue one that took four months … Continue reading Glamor
Eileen was the last person to speak to her sister, Julie, on that fateful night. Julie had expressed a desire for revenge, and then, she committed suicide. Eileen froze at the sight of a dark shadow on the window. She was now happily married to the guy who had betrayed Julie’s trust. (52 words) … Continue reading Betrayal
The message was short . “I quit the job today, because I refused to collaborate with evil. This is just to let you know that you have always been an inspiration. I had wanted to be in your place, when you raised your voice against injustice and quit, an year ago.” She knew it that … Continue reading Victory
Champa had defied fate and the advice of elders. Astrologers said that certain planets in certain houses of her birth chart would not allow the joy of motherhood. She was not wanted in the village as a wife or daughter-in-law, as people were keen on producing a heir. She migrated to the city and found … Continue reading Irony of Fate
“That’s interesting! The light blurs the view, rather than sharpen the focus.” “It’s not just external light, but the filter you apply.” (135 characters) Twittering Tales #44
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