In the early morning peace and solitude, I had selected at random a book called ‘Where the Sidewalk Ends‘ from the bookshelf of my library. I do not remember when I read it last. Nor do I remember the content of the book. The fight for bread took away everything from me. Hence, I began […]
Author: Dr. K. Raja Gopal Reddy
TIRED GODDESS – Dr. POORVA TIWARI
Have you ever seen a tired goddess? I have seen one. It was a chance meeting. On 29th November, 2024 I went to have lunch at the Taj Mahal Hotel (TMH) Abids, Hyderabad. This is one of the landmark hotels and places at Hyderabad. The food here is heavenly and has high hygiene standards. After […]
CONSTITUTION BULLSHIT DAY?
There is a day called Constitution bullshit day and is celebrated on 26th November. 90% of population does not know what Constitution is. Too much importance is being given to it by the remaining 10%. Constitution has become a separate religion in itself. There are people who talk a lot of its sacredness, foresight, being […]
REST IN PEACE
Have you ever wondered what does this phrase ‘Rest in Peace’ mean? Fools argue that if you do not say ‘Rest in Peace’, the departed will not be at peace! Or this is simply a phrase that is used whenever someone dies? Or does it mean the departed was not at peace before his departure? […]
DEATH IS LIFE!
“What lives that does not live from the death of someone else?” This is a profound statement. The lone truth of the living. This statement is found in the initial credits of a 1980s German movie “NEKROMANTIK” which was banned at that time. The director wanted to create a stunning paralytic and unforgettable experience through […]
My Eternal Summer (2024)
Grief is not a simple and uncomplicated emotion. Sorrow is not few tears! My Eternal Summer explores the hidden depths and complexities of the pain of loss. There are vital contradictions governing life – the world opening up for teenage Fanny, when a formative presence in her life is about to bid her final farewell. […]
CHICKEN MEAT BIRYANI
What is it called? Chicken Biryani or Chicken meat Biryani? This dilemma continues for me. Let me explain with the help of a relatable example. When do we stop calling a person as ‘man’? A male child is born. We begin to call him as ‘man’ from his 20th year. We say ‘He has grown […]
JEENA HAI TOH
जीना है तो मरना सीखो, कदम-कदम पर लड़ना सीखो। JEENA HAI TOH MARNA SEEKHO KADAM KADAM PAR LADNA SEEKHO Meaning: “Learn to die if you wish to live; learn to fight at every step”. Frankly speaking I do not know who said this above statement. Looks very emotional, rebellious and will stay in the reader’s […]
MY TRYST WITH MECHANICAL WRIST WATCHES
Many do not know of the different types of wrist watches. Recently I went to a big watch show room, enquired about mechanical watches. To make my point clear, I talked of analog watches. He showed me in turn, all watch brands of the world. He said “We have Rolex, Tissot, Timex,” and endless other […]
AN EXTRA DAY
How much will you pay for an extra day? The clock man asked the child. ‘Not one penny’ the answer came, For my days are as many as smiles. How much will you pay for an extra day? He asked when the child was grown. May be a dollar or may be less. For I […]
