India – Raj Bhatia

Three Fasts that changed India

Gandhi’s historic dandi march earned him the Time magazine’s ‘Man of the Year’ in 1930. The Dandi march was followed by civil disobedience and declaration of swaraj by Congress party. This rattled the British, forcing them to pay attention. Discussions followed, resulting in Irwin-Gandhi pact in March 1931. …

Rejoice, petrol price has gone up!

A motorcycle is the cheapest form of transport in India. Even cheaper than the buses run by the state transport undertakings. What’s more, a motorcycle can transport a family of four. It can be maneuvered pretty nicely, be it off-road, on-road or in-between cars and …

No, I’m not joking – cleaning politics is as simple as 1-2-3!

Politicians show their corrupt teeth through nepotism. Nepotism is opposite of integrity. Nepotism is favoristm granted to relatives or friends regardless of merit. I’d extend the definition to also include their political party, party workers and those who are willing to oblige in cash or kind to …

3 airline malpractices that government supports

I booked a return air ticket for three family members of mine. A change in return flight had to be made. Changing cost: Rs.2,250 – Rs.750 per person. Or about 20% of ticket price. Does it actually cost an airline Rs.750 when a passenger …