To be or not to be that is the question. Whether it is nobler in the mind to suffer the slings and arrows of two major parties or two take arms against the smaller ones who are changing sides at will. No, the politicians in India have developed a new style, which allows them to …
Month: March 2019
Sarcastic spectators vs. political players
The net practices for different players is almost over and the spectators get an idea about the worth of each player by watching each of them patiently or by making sarcastic comments now and then. Most of the candidates had a couple of promises and assurances about their future plans when they might come to …
When elections come.
Old order changeth, yielding place to new. God fulfills Himself in many ways, lest one good custom should corrupt the world. All is well, that ends well. Yes, we are very close to the destination and the only question is, who at last is at the top when changing their positions! In short, the whole …
Kudos to UK
UK government has recently lifted the cap placed on work visas for applicants with PhD level qualifications. UK government deserves a standing ovation from Indian students for this decision. There are innumerable Indians who have done their PhDs and are awaiting opportunities to pursue their academic careers. These students will immensely benefit from the eased …
Walk out or what?
In a few months we will know who is who and what exactly is the plight of losers and the ones who would have won but struggling to get some ministerial post which will let him or her mingle with the seniors once in a while! Whatever it may be, what we expect from the …
Blank front pages
Though the leading Kashmir dailies had to go without advertisements, the retort was equally strong because the front pages were left high and dry, thereby giving those concerned a fitting reply. It would have been sharper if the newspapers concerned published self-praising advertisements!
Off the back foot, inches off the ground.
Though there is a general impression that Pakistan and India are not in good terms, as could be seen from certain recent developments, the fact is that such things are like family quarrels which would last for a few days and settle down before long. Both the countries are eager to watch cricket matches between …
By me to me… no problem!
Who are the most important persons in a country like India? The answer is, “Politicians”, during general elections. OK, on other days? Journalists… I mean the reporters. Good… They are the ones who have to follow the politicians here and there, and send their remarks on various parties, or about the changes they have in …
The world is too much with us… getting and spending we lay waste our time
These lines may appear to be very close to modern times, but in between, the world has changed beyond recognition as a result of man’s curiosity about this world. Of course, there are those who are more interested in ownership of this part or that part of the world and seek the help of war …