Oct 12th, 2007 by Virendra
So how do you prepare for your first marriage anniversary? Ever given thought to this? Actually I never did, until the day was just a week away. Then came the “sink-in” part. Mom started reminding me not to forget it. Poor Mom, trying hard so that her bahu doesn’t experience what she has to undergo. *sniff* …
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Sep 21st, 2007 by Virendra
Just wished to share s few incidents while job-hunting in past.
I was approached by a recruitment agency around 6-7 weeks back. It was a job opportunity with an insurance biggie. Well, I was interested. They gave me the details (which they recite like a learned parrot)
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Sep 10th, 2007 by Virendra
I am back from a trip to Andaman. It was a one week vacation – one week of completely avoiding boss and colleagues.
And although you might have heard it a zillion times before – the place is worth a visit.
Here are a few tips for you in case you plan to go there –
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Aug 15th, 2007 by Virendra
I read a report about one man who lives on the west coast of India. He sells snacks (read pakoras) on the local beach for living. He discounts the rate of his pakoras by one rupee on independence day to show his happiness. This despite knowing that no government will ever give him a medal as appreciation, Aaj-Tak will never interview him and he himself is not sure why he does it.
To me this summarises the achievement India has had in her last 60 years.
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Aug 7th, 2007 by Virendra
Britain & France bitterly fought Germany & Italy for many years.
India and Pakistan have been fighting over Kashmir valley for over 5 decades.
Do you know what is common between the two scenarios?