This poem is a reading of Jayanta Mahapatra through his poetry.
Before Kamala Harris, Many Black Women Aimed for the White House
Ever heard of Shirley Chisholm? What about Charlene Mitchell and Lenora Fulani? They are among the many African American women who've run for president despite enormous political barriers.
Falling Out of Love
On how the 'space' between my parents has changed between 1999 and 2019.
The Never-Ending Scourge of Bullying at Indian Institutions
Some people drown in this sea of institutional bullying. I struggle to swim the best I can.
No Scholarship Money, No Laptop, No Hostel: LSR Student Dies By Suicide
"My family has been spending a lot of money on me. I am a burden for them. My studies are a burden. But I cannot live without my studies."
How White Became the Colour of Suffrage
Kamala Harris’ decision to wear a white pantsuit was a nod to suffragists and political leaders that came before her.
Coming Out To My Family: The Wishful Version in My Head
How I imagine coming out to my father about being lesbian.
The Language of Change
While I do have a colloquial fluency in Telugu, English has taken over a more dominating role.
Queue?
On the anniversary of demonetisation, a poem on standing in lines.
Weird Tales and Hobbits: How Fantasy Art Became Popular
Fantastical creatures have been featured on canvas for centuries.