A Call to Conscience for Indian Writers and Poets Every year on May 3rd, the world observes World Press Freedom Day, a reminder of the fundamental right to freedom of expression — the backbone of any healthy democracy. While this day primarily highlights the importance of a free press and the need to protect journalists…
Read moreHappy New Year India!
I make New Year resolutions every year. This year I decided to make a New Year’s resolution today, because isn’t today the new year for our country? “So what resolution do I really want to make?” I pondered as I sipped my tea. To be truthful there are so many things I want to do…
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Republic Day 2022
There was a time not long ago, when Republic Day and Independence Day brought such joy to my heart. I heard the oft repeated songs, “Ay Mere Pyare Watan” “Ay Mere Watan ke Logo” and of course the National Anthem and they made my hair stand in awe and pride and adoration. Today, I hear…
Read moreTalking to kids about patriotism.
She sat on the kitchen platform, legs dangling over the edge. I moved about putting dishes away and generally pottering around. “Mamma,” she said suddenly, “Do you know what I want to become when I grow up?” I looked at her serious seven year old face. I was as used to these sudden questions…
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