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Nanha Munna Rahi Hoon: What I Miss Most About School Independence Day Functions

We might have complained endlessly about school Independence Day celebrations back then. But it was the only phase in our lives where we truly understood what it meant to be a patriot, without the layers of nationalism and political stances that colour that notion as adults.

Nihal Bambulkar March 11, 2016

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Sorry Mamata Di, Memes Fall Under Freedom of Expression

It is a bit rich on the part of our politicians to insult each other in the vilest language possible, yet jail a citizen over a meme. Why is free speech the one thing that no politician or institution in this country is willing to uphold or protect?

Manik Sharma March 10, 2016

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All I Want from 2017 is…

Slow down a little bit, 2017 – in the good parts, the happy parts, the cake-eating parts. The others, you have my blessings to do your usual weirdass shit.

Vatsala Mamgain March 10, 2016

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The Last Puran Poli: The Kobra Secret You Didn’t Know About

Marwaris are often called out for their miserly behaviour, but the kanjoosi of Kokanastha Brahmins has remained a secret. In a time of lavish weddings and four live counters, Kobra weddings will offer you four sabzis and a dal, food lesser than an average Punjabi lunch.

Ramjaane March 9, 2016

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You Have 1 New Notification: Switching Off is Impossible

The culture of 24/7 availability isn’t just limited to our overtly exacting work lives: It is reflected in our binge marathons, the bane of read receipts, and the constant curation of our social media lives.

Poulomi Das March 9, 2016

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PSA for Book Lovers: There’s Nothing Wrong with Dog-Eared Books

Dog-eared pages are a sign of love, the physical manifestation of the connection between the reader and his book. Leaving a dog-ear on a book you’re reading is like kissing your partner goodbye. It’s a promise to return and continue the romance. And that’s not a shameful thing.

Dushyant Shekhawat March 9, 2016

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Smoke Trees & Raise Kids: How Marijuana Can Improve the Experience of Being a Mother

I wish someone had introduced me to weed on those nights I spent prowling around Haryana like a disoriented panther looking for my children. Think about it: If I was high, and Shardul announced right after his Grade XII exams that he wants to be a truck driver, I probably wouldn’t lose my temper.

Purba Ray March 8, 2016

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Can I Finally Sit Down for the National Anthem?

The Supreme Court has held that standing up in theatres for the national anthem, is akin to enforced patriotism. Can I now hold my hand over my heart, as I sit on my seat? Or will I still be considered anti-national?

Sharan Saikumar March 8, 2016

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Why the Neighbourhood Men’s Salon is My Favourite Place to Watch a World Cup Game

If I’m expecting a good game of cricket, I head to the men’s salon in my gully. These gatherings are simple affairs – there’s no one flaunting an expensive jersey; there are no stands named after cricketing greats. It’s just a musty shop, where emotions run high and complaints that someone is stepping on your toes are not welcome.

Hardik Rajgor March 8, 2016

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A League of Unorthodox Gentlemen

Kuldeep Yadav, who, like Steve Smith at the other end of the 22 yards, is a much-needed aberration in the game of cricket because he keeps a niche craft alive.

Anahad Madhav March 7, 2016