We all thought we had stamped out the scourge. But it’s now back with a bang. Till recently, everyone spoke against untouchability, but today everyone is practicing it—rather encouraging it. The world is on the edge. And the buzzword is social distancing.A chill ran down my spine the other day when a man stepped into the lift as its door was closing. I moved as far away as I could in the narrow...
Thursday, March 26, 2020
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Mosques in Hyderabad continue to witness large number of worshippers even as Covid-19 has cast a pall of gloom elsewhere.
Most mosques in the city witness a good turn out during the congregational prayers five times a day. The rush is more especially during the Zuhr Namaz (afternoon prayers)...
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
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Senior advocate Ghulam Yazdani has decided to change the way he ages rather than allowing age to change him
Senior advocate Ghulam Yazdani with family members and friends on his 91st birthday.
Take it easy, slow down. Who has not heard this piece of advice offered to elderly persons?...
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