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May 31, 2026
A ramble in the republic of roaches
Tired of your routine? A couple seeking excitement discovers that life isn't always what it seems for the younger generation
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May 17, 2026
Why simplicity is a lost art in our fancified world
Everyday objects and experiences have become unnecessarily complicated and fancy
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May 04, 2026
Elections are injurious to health
The absence of a domestic help due to voting leads to a cascade of inconveniences and existential threats to the organised functioning of middle-class homes
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April 18, 2026
The war on truth: How deepfakes and hysteria are redefining reality
Reality versus news is a complex challenge in today's information-saturated world, especially for older generations
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April 04, 2026
Embracing the grumpy old man within
Oldification is the humourous process of growing old, marked by distinct signs like increased irritability and a tendency to grumble about the world
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March 21, 2026
From brooding husband to viral dishwasher: A kitchen tale
A husband's attempt to find a new hobby by taking up cooking backfires spectacularly when he reorganises his wife's chaotic kitchen
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March 07, 2026
Regrets, revelations and a Lamborghini's rumble
Night rider reflections emerge during sleepless hours, where the sound of a speeding Lamborghini ignites contemplation of past regrets and unfulfilled desires
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February 21, 2026
Homo taciturnus vs the persistent petty prattler
Fear of small talk is a pathological dread that the author humorously names 'blathablustaphobia'
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February 07, 2026
Republic of trivia and whataboutery
For the last few years, the missus and I have turned Republic Day into a private viewing experience. This year, my friend Gopu dropped in just as I switched the TV on
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January 23, 2026
From gallantry medals to condo politics: A husband's tale of escalating ambitions
A gallantry medal becomes the centre of a witty marital debate
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January 10, 2026
The battle of words
Communication has drastically shifted from carefully constructed sentences to a fast-paced, and often confusing, digital shorthand
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December 27, 2025
The art of masterly inaction
The wife reframes success not as monumental feats, but as the quiet contentment found in non-achievement and the mountains wisely left unclimbed
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December 13, 2025
Moderation is the key
The author ultimately abandons the extreme expectations of gyms and yoga, discovering that true well-being lies in a return to a life of moderation
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November 28, 2025
Mayo College at 150: How a school for royalty became a top Indian public school
Mayo College, Ajmer, combines its rich heritage with modern facilities and a commitment to character-building, continuing its legacy of producing distinguished leaders in various fields
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November 28, 2025
AQI: 500 and counting!
Air pollution becomes the contentious topic in a residents' weekly discussion, revealing a mix of apathy, political manoeuvering, and genuine concern among the members
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November 15, 2025
Smothering instinct and the witches’ brew
Empty nest syndrome brings both quiet peace and intensified marital dynamics
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November 01, 2025
The bullshit detector
Bullshit detector technology goes hilariously awry as the author builds a device to expose falsehoods, only to find truth-telling machines might make life unlivable
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October 18, 2025
Sad tale of gifts, gifters and a giftee
My pre-Diwali cleaning turned into a hilarious expose of unwanted gifts from family and friends
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October 04, 2025
Grow old along with me
A candid look at 50 years of love and evolving domestic peace
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September 20, 2025
The Diwali bonanza!
Household budget pressures are mounting for many, with soaring vegetable prices and unexpected demands for salary raises from domestic staff
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September 06, 2025
Surviving the Income Tax portal: A guide to India's modern-day Bhool Bhulaiya
The IT website pushes you on paths that you do not want to take, and then leaves you totally confused and lost
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August 23, 2025
My 15 minutes of fame
Flag hoisting, for one reluctant participant, turned into an unforgettable and humorous experience on Independence Day
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August 09, 2025
Why I have temporarily withdrawn from many social media groups
There is so much conflicting advice on the Internet
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