I read about Manjula Divak’s suicide the day before yesterday. Excerpts from the article: Manjula’s father said, “She was a brilliant girl. She was going to complete her thesis next month, but her husband and parents-in-law wanted her to come back to Bhopal and do household work.” Mr. Devak told The Hindu that he had already made …
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Image Source Kavya checked her phone for the 30th time in the past half an hour. Kunal – Last seen today at 11:48 p.m. She put her phone away. She then willed the universe: Make him call me!!! She checked her phone again. No call. No text. Maybe he lost his phone… But then how …
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Diya’s wedding was two months away. The invitation-cards had been distributed. Her parents were more than happy to throw a lavish wedding. They were paying for all the functions, including the reception which should have been hosted from the groom’s side, and the stay of their side of guests. Read more
Sometime in 2002-2003 I was in junior high school in the United States. The English literature class was going on. I do not remember the exact context, but the teacher was asking for the “Reasons why people get married.” The creative class was coming up with all kinds of reasons – procreation, money, security, pregnancy …
This is going to be a confused post. Even before you start reading, I would like to apologize that I have started writing, but I do not have my thoughts organized under one subject. Basically, this post is about women’s views on other women, their choices and lifestyles. 1. Widows are humans and have needs …
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I open my Facebook newsfeed everyday with the morning cup of tea (Yes, I know it should have been the morning newspaper, but it has somehow been Facebook instead). I came across articles over the past couple of days that really spoilt my mood: 10 Ugly Mistakes Women Make That Make Men Leave! Catch and …
How to Keep A Man From Losing Interest? Seriously!! Read More »
A distraught reader has shared her story. Although this article is inspired by her e-mail, I have written it in first person, and it includes my personal views. I had a love marriage. We both belonged to different castes. I really liked him. I thought since he likes me enough to convince his parents for …
I only feel resentment towards my in-laws and husband. There is no love left.. Read More »
Originally published on yourstoryclub “Charu, were you touching my make -up? Look, you closed it without rotating it and now it is broken,” said Sadhna holding the misshaped lipstick. “Sorry Didi, I was just looking,” said Charu sincerely. “Look, I have made your favourite upma today. Just like Kakimaa!” Sadhna’ heart melted as the 13-year …
My story that won ‘Muse of the Month’ on Women’s Web: The cue for this month was from the movie Queen, in which Kangana’s reel granny tells her that instead staying back in the hotel and watching TV and feeling bad for herself, she should go out and meet people, go sight-seeing…who knows she might …