“It is my alma mater.” the pride and loyalty in his voice was evident. “Mine too. Why are we turned away from each other?” “We’ve to guard the allocated space as loyal soldiers. Directions can be different.” “Are we committed to the same cause?” “I guess so …. Yes.” “Then why not fight together?” “Fight … Continue reading Keep them busy
A crack like a gunshot pierced the frozen air and the ice broke. A few more followed, and the criminals were dead. They were accused of brutal rape, and public pressure to punish them fast was mounting. The nation celebrates. The police officers who executed the task are widely appreciated, congratulated and flowers sprinkled on … Continue reading Ice
“I always wonder – what is it that they have and I don’t? How do they get everything they want, but I don’t?” “How often do you watch television, and what are the channels you patronize?” “Every day, international channels -but why do you ask?” “You know a lot of things that can’t help you. … Continue reading Closed circuits
High political drama unfolds over a month. Broken promises, split in alliances, unexpected parties joining the fray, and finally, a grand swearing-in ceremony for the Chief Minister at a prime location in town. Supporters go berserk in celebrations of victory. They claim to have been on high moral ground, while others manipulated things. There is … Continue reading Victory
It is the CXOs last session with his coach. “Let me share something with you… I’m quitting the job.” “What? You are a critical resource for the company. We’ve worked hard so that you deliver your best.” “Heartfelt thanks for all that you made me see and think. I owe myself something, and my job … Continue reading Whose goals?
The HR Head was persuaded to stay back by the new management, on better terms and conditions. “I will take my pound of flesh now”, boasted the inflated ego to his colleagues. There was a company-wide massacre of senior employees from the old regime, and the HR Head was the weapon they used to fire. … Continue reading Executioner’s Head
“Get this picture analysed again.” “What is it you suspect now?” “The arrow sign is not a part of the picture. It has been superimposed.” “These signs are there on roundabouts.” “Do you see a mountain in the background? The story given by the survivor is about driving towards a river. The buildings look similar … Continue reading Suspect
“Great to connect with you, buddy! It was beyond my wildest imagination that we share the same fears and concerns. You are seen as the blue-eyed boy of the master.” “What makes you think so?” “All that you shared yesterday…” “I must have been really sozzled. Let’s go back to where we started from… We … Continue reading The Morning After
God, give relevance to my life – not longevity. Health and finances remain supreme, above all other dreams. Give me the power and presence of mind for constant updation and change, for finding my place in a VUCA world. Give me the wisdom to know that the body is a vehicle for the soul, and … Continue reading PRAYER
