Last week I attended a Chinese New Year celebration with some colleagues. The emcee in charge of the Gala’s proceedings provided information about the Year of the Rooster, the rationale for the spectacular and energetic Lions’ Dance and finally, introduced the assembled guests to the Chinese liqueur, moutai. It brought back fond memories of my …
Lessons in humility
Growing up, we were fortunate to be a part of the Indian “middle” class. I am not sure of the socio-economic definition that would have applied at the time, but in lifestyle terms it meant we had a decent home, basic amenities like a fridge and a car (television had not yet arrived), house help …
My God!
Allah tero naam Ishwar tero naam, Sabko sannmati de Bhagwan Maangon kaa sindoor na choote, Maa behanon ki aas na toote Deh bina bhatake naa praan O saare jag ke rakhwale, Nirbal ko bal denewaale Balwaanon ko de de gyaan Sabko sanmati de Bhagwaan [Allah is your name, Ishwar is your name, Bless everyone with …
