The law may soon be amended to allow 16- 18 year old children also to be treated at par with adults in case of rape!!! as expected several NGO’s and some politicians do not feel that it is the right way forward!!! I however fully agree with TMC MP Mr Derek O Brien who said…
Is God the only hope!!!! So, it seems!!! In the light of the events today – the only way something can really change is – if all the women take to the streets to demand a change in the juvenile law!! I can’t believe that a Nation of 120 crores collectively believes (atleast the majority)…
Today is a very important day in our social history – a day when the supreme court of india decides if a juvenile who committed a most heinous crime can be set free into our society!! I heard Nirbhaya’s mother speak – she said – if a boy who raped his daughter is looked after…
Yesterday, I went to the railway station to pick up my family. As i was a little early, I spent some time observing people at the station. While looking on, I found myself standing next to the general(unreserved) compartment of another train on the adjacent platform. I took a few steps forward and came across…
Congrats to all the personnel of Armed forces and the BJP Govt. Modiji has turned into a reality a 42 year old dream of Armed Forces veterans and this is a herculean achievement and needs to be applauded at all levels!!! While displaying his firm commitment to OROP our beloved PM made a passionate speech…
At last a long overdue action!!! There are many who are likening this to Taliban like diktats of an authoritarian regime!!! I only beg to differ. There was a time which many middle aged people would remember that these sites were never free. Most of them had only teaser previews and full viewing was limited…
Maggi Noodle – the big dilemna We just returned from a month long vacation. The trip involved some hiking and with two small kids in tow we were not very sure of the food we would get. So, like many other families we packed in lots of maggie packets and a mini stove. After all…
Salman Khan convicted and sentenced to five years in prison!!! Though the sentence is not yet executed, it is unbelievable news because – – Salman is the King of Bollywood – Heart throb of millions – Founder of ‘Being Human’ an NGO – Helped many people – Tooo larger than life to be sent to…
palam kalyanasundaram It was simple message on whats app that i received about Mr Palam Kalyanasundaram. The contents were rather intriguing and i did a quick search on the internet and I was amazed by the findings. While everyone in today’s world is amassing riches and material possessions, here is one man who donated all…
Girl, 14, Dies After Being Thrown Off Bus for Resisting being molested in Punjab, 2 Arrested – A ghastly news to read early in the morning. How many times do we have to read such headlines before punitive and deterrent action is taken against the individuals!! This is of special significance because – with this…