• July 11, 2023
  • Manthena Damodara Chary

The Spirit of India

A patriotic poem by Manthena Damodara, in Different Truths.  India is not, in essence, a piece of earthIt represents a sea of marvellous mirth Tradition has its reputedly robust roots Facilitating...
  • July 4, 2023
  • Dr. Shailja Sharma

Chapatis Symbolise Deeper Truths

Dr Shailja’s poem talks of imperfect chapatis created with care. These symbolise beauty, endurance, and love’s strength—an exclusive for Different Truths.  I have made chapatis for you: They are...
  • April 6, 2023
  • Arun Dash

Of Memories

An evocative poem of memories by Arun Dash What ethereal stuff Are you made of, My memories?   Fancied or real, Of love or of longing, Of a laugh...
  • March 31, 2023
  • Mallika Bhaumik

Us

Love or its loss is found among the mundane, everyday things. It speaks through the most ordinary objects about two people very close. Here’s a love poem by Mallika, for...
  • March 24, 2023
  • Olaitan Maryam Mojisola

The Letter

Here’s an intense poem by Olaitan, her last wish to her fellow-beings, wherein she speaks of the Judgment Day, in Different Truths. WhenThe gateOf Jerusalem swallowsMy spirit before dawn, AndThe...
  • October 7, 2021
  • Gopal Lahiri

Speaking Truth

An evocative protest poem, by Gopal, exclusively for Different Truths. I learned to hold up the sky like grey clouds with its back, letting turfs and buildings go under...