Salil Gewali Our times are steeped in technological wonders. The luxuries and conveniences have, in fact, overwhelmed us all. None of us wishes to be left behind. What is most noteworthy is that some of those technological advantages are also being abused to an extreme extent. This misuse has gone so far as to…
Hard Lessons from Nepal’s Climate Tragedy Salil Gewali The catastrophic flash flood in Nepal left behind unimaginable destruction. Words can barely express the devastation — entire villages were wiped out, many families torn apart, and lives lost in a matter of hours. Hundreds were displaced and many are still missing, while relief teams race…
Salil Gewali Recently, an increasing number of consumers have reported gas leaking from cooking cylinders. This is not merely a household hassle but a potentially fatal hazard. My family faced the same ordeal a few days ago. Despite repeatedly calling the gas agency to resolve the issue, no staff member has shown up. Luckily,…
Salil Gewali No other incident in Meghalaya’s history shook the nation like the murder of businessman Raja Raghuvanshi of Indore in Sohra (Meghalaya), India. What was most disturbing was the reaction of citizens from outside the state. They rushed to blame the people of Meghalaya. Even big media houses kept trying to paint Meghalaya in…
Salil Gewali Why on earth does the government treat education as nothing more than a stepchild? To put it plainly, it is too neglected! A glaring example of this is the latest NEET exam paper leak in India. It shows us clearly that our exam halls are no longer about “merit” but about money, muscle,…
Salil Gewali Politics in India is so messed up that democracy feels like it’s running out of breath. Leaders are rarely chosen for their personal integrity. Those with impressive clout and fat wallets alone emerge victorious. But this time, the West Bengal election result threw up something different. When I saw people screaming with euphoria,…
Salil Gewali Parenting a daughter is undoubtedly a lifelong labour of love. Parents pour their heart and soul into their children, believing that every milestone is a hard-won victory born of years of sacrifice. Once their academic studies are completed, parents proudly send their daughters into the professional world. They trust that the towering glass…
God does not play dice with the Universe Salil Gewali When Michael N. Syiem, former president of KSU and chairman of the Maitshaphrang Movement, Shillong, Meghalaya, invited me to his unique musical play ‘After Ayodhya: Its Conscience and Man’, I sensed it would be more than music. It was an invitation to step into a…
Salil Gewali There was a time when most Bollywood songs were like poetry. They carried profound meaning and deeper insight. They were so deeply soothing to the heart that they stirred listeners to dream of heavenly beauty and romance. Songs such as “Neele gagan ke tale, dharti ka pyaar pale” or “Kora kagaz tha…
Dr. Omarlin Kyndiah, Shillong, India I first came across ‘Great Minds on India’ about twelve years ago in circumstances so ordinary they might be forgettable had the book not proven so extraordinary. I was presented with a copy of the book by the author himself, who happens to be my best friend. At that time,…
SALIL GEWALI The release of Epstein’s files has stirred up a hornet’s nest. What shocks the world most is the involvement of celebrated figures in depraved indulgences. It is terrifying to see young children crying while being sexually abused and tortured. After such demonic acts, some were even cut to pieces. Yes, these revelations undoubtedly…
Salil Gewali Iran is in flames. Iran is mourning! The cruelty of its leaders knows no bounds. It’s like they’re waging war against their own citizens. To carry out their brutality, they have shut out the eyes of the press, allowing mass shootings to take place in the dark. In just a span of…
Salil Gewali The recent military actions by the United States against Venezuela are deeply troubling. They mayset a dangerous precedent. Acting under the stated rationale of narcoterrorism and governancedisputes, the U.S. launched strikes involving over 150 aircraft and captured Venezuela’s leader andhis wife. The images of Nicolás Maduro and his wife in handcuffs laid bare…
Salil Gewali Every burst of a firecracker by children today stirs something deep within me. It brings back a flood of cherished memories from my childhood, days filled with innocent mischief, wide-eyed wonder, and the pure joy of celebration. As small kids, we would feel quite down as Durga Puja celebration would over. However,…
Salil Gewali Our tongue has no bones, yet it is very hurtful. Sometimes it’s even more hurtful than wounds inflicted by a lethal weapon. One with an uncontrolled tongue usually makes more enemies than friends. Therefore, in society, a person holding a higher status and enjoying high respect should always measure his words. Such individuals…