History – Truth or Fiction

Inspite of all the facts and findings before, newer revelations, shifting powers, history continues to be a victim, suffering from truth vs fiction more than ever. It is becoming even more difficult to believe something, because it is bound to change soon or some important fact or theory was overlooked. It is important to look at the source of the information, which will then help you understand their perception of this history. Yes, unfortunately it appears, history belongs predominantly to the creator,taking on the shape of a fiction novel more than ever. I wonder if the usual disclaimer is appropriate ‘any resemblance to persons living or dead is purely coincidental’.

Gandhi and his message

I have debated and discussed about the effects of Gandhiji and his teachings, philosphy, life and message with many of my friends and family. There are many in India, while acknowledging his message about ahimsa, do question if that was the way to accomplish freedom from the British, or more importantly the role he played [...]

Heaven of Freedom

Heaven of Freedom  by Rabindranath Tagore Where the mind is without fear and the head is held high, Where Knowledge is free, Where the world has not been broken by narrow domestic walls, Where Words come out from the depth of truth, Where tireless striving stretches its arms towards perfection, Where the clear stream of [...]