The sky clears, and in its vast blue, cotton clouds drift like gentle boats, carrying joy to weary faces. The fields bloom with white Kashful, swaying like poetry, reminding us of Apu and Durga running free in Pather Panchali.
She worked as a nurse during the First World War. This experience gave her a practical knowledge of poisons and pharmaceuticals, which would become a hallmark of her murder mysteries.
Birthday Tribute to Agatha Christie…
The narrow, dingy lanes packed with partly crafted idols, the scent of mud and clay, and the artists working all day and night feels like pure magic.
Aunt Veda’s silver saree shimmered as she danced, whiskey in hand, while I hid behind my book, quietly watching.
Writes Ishani Chowdhury…
The mini-saga, as a form of fiction, was invented by British science fiction writer Brian Aldiss and popularised by The Daily Telegraph in the 1980s.
Tolstoy’s works remain timeless and influential. His novels and philosophical writings continue to be read and studied worldwide.
Birthday Tribute to Leo Tolstoy…
Like moulted skin, Kaelin’s discarded costume lay on the floor. His reflection in the mirror held no resemblance to the ‘WANTED’ posters.
On 8 August 1942, one shot, point blank. The loyal student ensured the professor rested in peace without him suspecting a thing.
Every year on this day, she returned to the café and ordered his favourite – two Americanos.
“You’re the perfect host,” the doll whispered as Rajesh kissed its rosy cheek goodnight. He recoiled saying, “No – I’ll kill myself!”
Wishing for her late husband’s return, Emma blew out the candles – her nightly ritual. Suddenly, her bedroom door creaked open.
The old clock struck midnight. A nervous Lydia stood before the mirror in her dimly lit room, whispering the forbidden name.
