A Tale of Two Statues
An intense ballad, the fury of nature and an old woman, in this verse by Sumita, in Different Truths. “The Old Woman’s escaping!” reported my sons. The flood water...
Lord Hanuman: Human Lessons to Learn from Superhuman Being
Lord Hanuman, a powerful protector and embodiment of faith and devotion, inspires devotees to cultivate faith and uphold justice and righteousness, reasons Rajul in this new weekly column, every...
Ten Senryus
Here are ten Senryus – three-line unrhymed Japanese ironic or satirical poetic form – about human nature, by Daipayan – exclusively for Different Truths. 1. singing Tagore on the...
A Timely Lesson from a Vintage Clock
Saeed reminisces about an Ansonia wall clock, recalling an old-world charm – exclusively for Different Truths. The steady, rhythmic tick-tock of our Ansonia wall clock is soothing and reassuring....
Masks Off
Japanese are taking the help of smile coaches to smile, verses Shernaz, based on recent news – an exclusive for Different Truths. You have heard, “A smile can go...
Exploring the Rich History & Exquisite Qualities of Saffron
Saffron has a long history of medicinal and religious significance, and Zafran Kahwa is a testament to its allure, informs Monika – exclusively for Different Truths. Saffron is a...
Broken Seeds
An evocative poem by Ishita is about broken seeds that were once part of the poet – exclusively for Different Truths. Broken seeds Were once part of me Now...
Convent Schools: Lots in a Name!
Urban India’s modern-day lifestyle is marked by contradictions, with a disdain for the English language and a demand for English-medium schools. Here’s a detailed account by Ruchira – exclusively for Different...
Earrings
In this evocative verse, Dr Jyothsnaphanija describes colours, carvings, fragrances, sounds and more – exclusively for Different Truths. Some of us name the colour of pearls As leaves. Pink...
K3 Chapter Launched Amongst Discussions, Poetry, and Songs
Kavya Kumbh Kolkata (K3), the first of the many chapters, was launched in Kolkata amongst camaraderie, discussions, poetry, and songs, at the ICCR Library, on Saturday, May 20 —...