Monthly Archives: August 2014

Eat, live and let live

Posted on August 10, 2014 by DebaratiK

“Lazy summer afternoon” is perhaps the best phrase in the English language, and the amicable feeling even increases if on such a time you are lucky enough to be lying on your stomach on the bed and reading a magazine … Continue reading →

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The in-between

Posted on August 9, 2014 by DebaratiK

I have been following Devdutt Pattanaik’s Facebook page for a few months now, and have also listened to some of his TED talks and his interviews in CNBC Business Sutra. His articles on various aspects of Indian mythology and their … Continue reading →

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Caste system, or equalizer?

Posted on August 9, 2014 by DebaratiK

The morning began today by browsing through an article by Mr. Chetan Bhagat, titled “Let There Be English”. The author has caused quite a furore earlier this week by announcing the storyline of his latest novel and in this article, … Continue reading →

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A pawn in the game

Posted on August 6, 2014 by DebaratiK

The Kurukshetra War is perhaps the most widely debated war in India. Different people have viewed it differently. To some it is just a family feud, to some it is the result of Shakuni’s devious politics, many have viewed it … Continue reading →

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A letter from an emotional common man (rather woman)

Posted on August 2, 2014 by DebaratiK

Dear Mr. Kejriwal, I am not the ideal person to write to you perhaps. I am not the typical argumentative Indian who has a crystal clear view on every stand by every political party. Also, it is a very odd … Continue reading →

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It’s a fishy affair

Posted on August 1, 2014 by DebaratiK

[Statutory warning: If you are really staunch vegetarian who feels nauseous even at the slightest aroma of fish, proceed reading at your own discretion.] I suddenly wondered today, I have not yet blogged about one of the love of my … Continue reading →

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