Sentiments defy logic and common sense and that is what makes them charming. Imagine if Shahjehan was a heartless ruler, this world would have been poorer by one wonder. I am a sentimental old fool. That is why I stared with disbelief at the news that the postal department was closing the Telegram service. They… Continue reading Good Bye, Telegrams!
Author: Sudhir
Author of a two novels, Pizza Porn and Rambler Inn and Other Stories , nothing about Sudhir has been cool and smooth. Trained to be an engineer, he realised that he wasn’t cut out for that role. So he left engineering and worked abroad for a decade. He saw three ghastly terrorist attacks from close quarters. Whether it was Mumbai or New York or London, the response has been the same - of fear, outrage and sheer bravery.
Mythical Manipal
I am glad that the parents don’t read Manipal blog because it will steal away my two minutes of stardom because admission times are the only times when parents feel I am useful.They refuse to buy that I was in Manipal selling pizzas and not doing a Ph.D for the future of their illustrious children.… Continue reading Mythical Manipal
Good Manners- Antiquated concept or still relevant!
The other day I received a call from a new number. The caller was definitely not a local guy. When I picked up the call, the caller introduced himself as Colonel X from New Delhi. He had been transferred to Hyderabad recently and was looking for an apartment and had seen my advertisement. I have… Continue reading Good Manners- Antiquated concept or still relevant!
Hyderabad Diary – The Concluding Part
It is five am; still dark outside. The road to the main road is closed on account of repairs. I assure the agitated pick-up car driver that I can meet him on the main road. There is yet no sign of life. As I am still early, I decide to take a walk. A lone… Continue reading Hyderabad Diary – The Concluding Part
Traffic Jams and Mangoes – Hyderabad Diary Week II
Finding a Tree is becoming more and more difficult in Hyderabad. It is slowly transforming into a huge concrete jungle. There is construction going on everywhere. It’s either the metro rail, a flyover or the hundreds of multi-storeyed apartments. As a result, there is always a traffic jam. Many of the main roads are abruptly… Continue reading Traffic Jams and Mangoes – Hyderabad Diary Week II