May 13, 2020
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Soothing Night
It was deep into the night. Even dogs had stopped barking. Only changing notes of cricket sounds gave a semblance of time dragging itself on. He was restless; turning and twisting on his sunken bed under the thatched roof of the hut. His every little movement made the bamboos of his cot squeal loudly in… Continue reading
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11.07.06
Time 6.24pm, date July 11, 2006, Western Railway trains and stations, Mumbai’s test in tolerance, patience, resilience and helpfulness, duration 11 min. The first blast ripped the first class compartment of Churchgate-Borivli 6.00pm train at 6.24pm, near Khar station. About 15 people initially were reported to be admitted in hospitals. Soon the news of more… Continue reading
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Imaginary Us
I finished my arguments silently She had heard me patiently Looked hard at my face Lowered her eyes and slowly… turned away She walked a few steps towards the setting sun Sun was red in the face Was it angry red? Or hopeless red She stopped after a few steps Sun sank a little lower… Continue reading
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