“The Powder of Kindness” By Lokanath Mishra Lalita’s marriage wasn’t what she had envisioned. She had dreamed of a luxurious life with her husband, free from the responsibilities of living with in-laws. However, reality turned out to be overwhelming. Despite having no major household responsibilities, thanks to her mother-in-law’s management and her husband and father-in-law’s […]
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Rohan & Sunita: “Love After Loss” By Lokanath Mishra Rohan and Rahul were inseparable friends, living in the same locality. Rohan resided with his mother in their own house, having lost his father, a government employee, while he was still in service. His mother received a family pension, and his sister had married and was
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The Most Embarrassing Hotel Experience By Lokanath Mishra It was a night to remember, or rather, a night to forget. Ritu, a fashion-conscious traveler, had booked a luxurious Hollywood suite at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. She was enjoying a relaxing evening in her room on the 22nd floor, complete with a delicious room
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“A Fortunate Detour” By Lokanath Mishra A Life-Changing Decision Radhika still vividly remembers the day November 18, 1987. She was a student at the London School of Economics, immersed in her studies at the library after a long day of classes. Around 5 pm, one of her colleagues approached her, looking a bit flustered. She
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A Tale of Two Encounters By Lokanath Mishra The story revolves around Ratnamani, a college student, and her friends who were staying with Rudra Patra’s family as paying guests. One day, while they were out for a quick bite, they encountered a beggar outside their college canteen. Ratnamani refused to help, but an old farmer
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A Love Tested by Deception By Lokanath Mishra Rita’s life was turned upside down when her husband, Raju, dropped a bombshell, claiming he was leaving her for another woman after over two years of marriage. The news was devastating, leaving Rita heartbroken and struggling to cope with her emotions. As she navigated the darkest phases
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A Lesson Learned: Prioritizing Marriage and Boundaries By Lokanath Mishra Kamala’s story is a poignant reminder of the importance of prioritizing one’s marriage and setting boundaries. At 23, Kamala married a kind and educated man from a good reputed and wealthy business family in Cuttack . This was an arranged marriage, and initially, her relationship
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The Story of an Evening College and a Young Lady Lecturer By Lokanath Mishra In the 1960s and 1970s, many evening colleges were established in Odisha to provide opportunities for working individuals to pursue higher education up to the degree level. However, it was observed that a significant number of seats were lying vacant, leading
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The Global Odia Community : A Story of Connection and Celebration By Lokanath Mishra The Odia diaspora is a vibrant and diverse community spread across the globe, with a strong presence in countries such as Canada, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, the United States, Singapore, and Norway. Despite being geographically dispersed, the Odia
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The Ups and Downs of Marriage By Lokanath Mishra Alekha’s father had always dreamed of finding the perfect match for his eldest son. He had envisioned a beautiful, intelligent, and charming partner who would complement Alekha’s personality and bring joy to their family. After careful consideration, he arranged a marriage with his friend’s daughter, Mona,
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