Lakshmi Kaul

Why a fringe bunch can never be friends of Kashmir

Why a fringe bunch can never be friends of Kashmir

Disappointment in life isn’t uncommon. In politics, even more so, I am told. So when the Conservative Friends of Kashmir… Read More

5 years ago
Why communication is key during this lockdown stress on relationships

Why communication is key during this lockdown stress on relationships

For weeks she noticed mood swings and aloofness in her husband. Work stress, she thought, and let him be. Read More

5 years ago
Connecting to our Indic identity using language

Connecting to our Indic identity using language

The last time I enjoyed my dearest niece Aadhya’s sweet company in person was when I was summoned by her… Read More

5 years ago
The idea of India in diaspora hearts and minds

The idea of India in diaspora hearts and minds

As I prepare to welcome a high-power delegation of industry leaders this week and we discuss key contours of economic… Read More

5 years ago
Safeguarding our children must be a collective effort

Safeguarding our children must be a collective effort

An extremely disturbing news story has left me jolted and unsettled all evening. A friend’s son, all of four or… Read More

5 years ago
Growing up in India and the games we played

Growing up in India and the games we played

Soiled and torn clothes, scraped knees and elbows, dishevelled hair and panting, we were extracted from our friends’ company by… Read More

5 years ago
Diaspora networks are crucial through grief and simple joys of life

Diaspora networks are crucial through grief and simple joys of life

“Her mum passed away this morning. It all happened so suddenly,” said my friend as he rang me in the… Read More

5 years ago
Reflecting on the true meaning of celebrating Independence Day

Reflecting on the true meaning of celebrating Independence Day

Today, as I write this, India celebrates her 74th Independence Day from the British colonial rule. My phone and social... Read More

5 years ago
Let’s dig out and share those good news stories about India

Let’s dig out and share those good news stories about India

Do you remember telegrams? They used to make anyone nervous as no news was considered good news.Oh no, not the… Read More

5 years ago
Missing loved ones far away on Raksha Bandhan

Missing loved ones far away on Raksha Bandhan

Summers bring with them memories of growing up in India. Summer vacation was a time to visit grandparents, celebrate Raksha… Read More

5 years ago