Singapore Indian Fine Arts Society (SIFAS), a name synonymous with the Indian Classical Arts in Singapore and for me, with its current premises on Starlight Road. The opportunity to work for SIFAS, came to me when I had lost all hope, and was slowly losing my mind, due to the increasing restrictions and fears induced … Continue reading SIFAS – A Stroll down Memory Lane!
Miscellaneous
Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Ka(co)rona!
In the last two weeks, a few friends got together and decided to create a video, much like those that are doing the rounds on WhatsApp groups. But being a writer, I wanted to tell a story as well. So we created this small movie, which represents our current lives, lessons learnt, and shares a … Continue reading Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Ka(co)rona!
Covid Mania
Last night we had a fight. A big one. It was also that kind of a week you know. Many of you will not be surprised. As per several reports, domestic violence is snowballing at an alarming rate and its being predicted that divorce rates will be on an exponential rise post lockdown. Hell! What … Continue reading Covid Mania
A New Year Resolution
To new heights,We shall rise,Towards new goals,We shall stride. Forgotten are the petty fights,Forgotten are the teary woes,The fiery words,The dismal lows. To new heights,We shall rise,Towards new goals,We shall stride. To new heights,We shall rise,Towards new goals,We shall stride. Leaving behind the bloody mess,Of wrecked emotions,Expectations...And unexpected failures. To new heights,We shall rise,Towards new … Continue reading A New Year Resolution
Thai Cave Rescue – A Miracle of the Human Spirit
Until a couple of hours ago, the world awaited with bated breath as the expert divers struggled to rescue the “Wild Boars” football team and their coach, stranded 4 km underground, in a flooded cave in northern Thailand. It was hard to guess if all of them would have made it through the water, swimming … Continue reading Thai Cave Rescue – A Miracle of the Human Spirit
Facebook Dilemma
How often have you heard people complaining that they waste too much time on social media, especially Facebook? “It’s become an addiction. I cannot live without my mobile.” “I keep scrolling up and down. I don’t know why!” “I have to see it as soon as I hear ‘Ting’!” During my recent trip to … Continue reading Facebook Dilemma
Sridevi
Disclaimer: These pics are taken from the web. Death is the only finality. Everything else can be reversed. As the world still reels in shock from the death of an iconic female superstar of our country, Sridevi, I am confused at the force with which it impacted me. I am by no means her … Continue reading Sridevi
What if I Could…
What if I could live a dream,And not forget her eerie scream.What if I could laugh with joy,And not forget his wicked ploy.What if I could be immersed in solitude,And not forget the rattling feud.What if I could play in the sunshine,And not forget the dank confine.What if I could grin at a butterfly, And … Continue reading What if I Could…
I Can See…
I can see the world in constant strife,I can see the pain of a lonely bride,I can see the hate in a trusted friend,I can see the fear in a growing trend.I can hear the roaring cries for change,I can hear the grumbling in exchange,I can hear the whimpers of distress,I can hear the confusion … Continue reading I Can See…
Self – Help
What is ‘self-help’? If we are looking for the simplest meaning then it is ‘to help oneself without depending on the aid of others’. The phrase seems very mundane and unimportant, but on the contrary it is a significant outlook on life in the modern world.‘Self-help’ has many aspects to it. There are ‘self-help’ books … Continue reading Self – Help
Footprints on the Mind 