Adding to the uneasiness caused by the sultry Delhi weather was the revelation that my friend Arun had just made. “How can you have such
Author: Sudha Vishwanathan
Mrs. Sudha Viswanath, a teacher by profession, took to writing as a hobby. Many of her stories have been published in magazines. She has also contributed articles online. She is an active member of many writing groups.
Retribution
“Collect your train tickets from the travel desk? ” My boss said with a frown that meandered through his face. A smile hardly appeared on
The Prophecy
The propitious time to ask my friend, Nitish, for the 100 rupees I squandered, heeding his advice, would be soon after his painting gets auctioned.
Infidelity
The fragrance of your costly perfume floats, Choking my heart with your unseen presence, Reminding of the loving anecdotes, Frightening me is the eerie silence,
The Resolution
As a preamble to my story, let me introduce you all to my family before we start the analysis of each member’s disposition. We are
The Brutal Act
“If it weren’t for adversities I would have never sent my fourteen-year-old daughter away.” Rukmini wiped her tears as Shalu prepared to leave with Shelar
The Forbidden Delicacy
“May I have this sweet?” Eight-year-old Bantu looked up at his mother with hope simmering in his eyes. He envisaged a smile on her lips
The Unwanted Child
Be quiet, don’t fight, lip tight! Hearing this, bright eyes turn dim, moistened rim, Tears brim, but no respite, words bite, Stern sight. Why me?
The Bridegroom With Clean Habits
Sumi marveled at the wedding reception venue. “Hey,” her friends nudged her. What are you gaping at? Yours is the next big wedding.” They giggled
The Revelation
July 25th, 1947 Chandni Chowk, Delhi. The sound of the approaching ambassador heralded the arrival of the vehicle that Nihal Sabharwal had booked to take
The Priceless Trunk
I tugged my bag under and stretched myself on the cushion seat of the Rajdhani express that I boarded from Mumbai Central to Delhi. The
The Matrimony
“It’s my life….. It’s my life…..” Bon Jovi’s voice reverberated through the restaurant. Some customers thumped their feet on the ground rhythmically. At the same
The Experienced Newbie
“What is wrong with bhau*? Why would he send a newbie on this all-important expedition?” Bantu fumed. His accomplice, Dhondu too was against this idea
The Dark Adventure
Caves passed one by one, long and narrow, Cooing aloud the kids welcomed every tunnel, Continuing to sway and chirp as a sparrow, Clapping their
Miracle or Magic
Shanta upturned every container in the house. Not a grain was left. Her sons aged eleven and seven, would wake up any time now and
In Those Nocturnal Lanes
Twelve times heavily the clock strikes, Yet, not a soul I see in view, ‘A lousy night,’ I cry in rue! Songs stop playing on
The Important Wedding
Mr. Chopra frantically bangs at his son’s bedroom door. Finally, when the door opens, he is aghast to see his son, Sanjay, just out of
The Revenge
The difference between a planned journey and one undertaken at the spur of the moment is that the former involves meticulous planning; each and everything
And Then She Sang Till Eternity
‘Ja tose nahi bolu Kanhaiya….. Ja ,ja tose nahi bolu.. Kanhaiya…..ja ja tose nahi…jaaaa…tose nahi bollluuu kanhaiyaaaa…’ Archana heaved a sigh of relief as she
Ageing Gracefully
Age is nothing but a simple number, Brought into force by none other than us. Caring thoroughly for physique and fitness, Does make one feel