A Noble Initiative was spoiled By Lokanath Mishra The association of executive officers of a central government department came together to address a pressing concern. Many members were succumbing to serious illnesses, and the CGHS Wellness Centers were often slow to respond. To bridge this gap, the association decided to establish a benevolent fund to […]
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A Complex Family History By Lokanath Mishra Naresh, an Assistant Commissioner in the Central Excise Department, had a subordinate named Mandira, who worked as a sepoy. Mandira was the wife of Gopi, a refugee from East Pakistan who had a tumultuous past. During the partition, Gopi lost his wife, three children, and all his properties,
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The Air Customs Intelligent Officer By Lokanath Mishra Rani, a sharp and dedicated Inspector of Central Excise, took on a new challenge as an Air Customs Officer at a major Indian airport from 2007 to 2009. Her exceptional vigilance and expertise led to numerous seizures of illicit goods, including the following:
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A Complex Family Dynamic By Lokanath Mishra Pabitra Gochayat, a 52-year-old widower, worked as a peon in a central government office in Bhubaneswar. He lived with his three unmarried children: his elder son Kabi, an electrician; his third daughter, Lovely, who was in college; and his youngest son Santosh was in school.His two married daughters
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A Heartbreaking Story of School Life By Lokanath Mishra I’ll share a story about my classmate, Muna, a friendly and determined boy who faced incredible hardships in his life. Despite being born with physical challenges and losing his father at birth, Muna remained hopeful and determined to overcome his difficulties. His mother struggled with heart
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The Wrongful Conviction of Jadunath By Lokanath Mishra Jadunath, a 35-year-old accountant at a reputable bank, lived with his wife, Sarah, and her 4-year-old step-daughter, Emily, in a quiet neighborhood in Hyderabad. Sarah, a 26-year-old divorcee, had married Jadunath after meeting online. They had a happy marriage, and Jadunath loved Emily like his own. In
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Kohinoor Diamond By Lokanath Mishra Nadir Shah’s 1739 invasion of India led to the removal of two iconic treasures: the Koh-i-Noor diamond and the Peacock Throne, adorned with precious jewels, which were originally crafted for Shah Jahan. The Koh-i-Noor, prominently displayed on one of the peacocks of the throne, was among the spoils taken by
From Bondage to Bliss By Lokanath Mishra Hema’s life was a canvas of promise and possibility. She had just completed her master’s degree, and her future shone bright with opportunities. Her academic excellence and stunning beauty made her a sought-after candidate for prestigious positions. She had her sights set on becoming a lecturer or cracking
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“From Darkness to Light: A Family’s Story of Resilience and Devotion to Shri Jagannath” By Lokanath Mishra: Bandita, a radiant young woman with a heart full of devotion, had always been driven by a deep sense of purpose. As the daughter of a priest at the revered Shri Jagannath temple, she had grown up surrounded
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Rima and Sanjukta By Lokanath Mishra Rima, a dedicated high school teacher, had been working at a private school for two years, where teachers were grossly underpaid. It was during this time that Sanjukta, a 22-year-old junior teacher, joined their staff. Sanjukta was a ray of sunshine, always fun to be around, but there was
