Stephen Musings

Not on my merit but by His Grace,

Kerala

  • A STRAY DOG & A RESCUER

    Stray dogs have become a menace. This is an incident narrating how my family was saved from an awkward situation. Read more

  • A PORTRAIT AND ITS AURA

    Pictures of our ancestors open windows into many fields of study. In this space, we look at heritage through the lens of ornaments, attire, utensils, rituals, and celebrations. All these have changed with time, leaving us to reflect on what heritage truly means and how it remains relevant today. Read more

  • Kerala’s emigration, particularly the rapid surge in student migration, has become a subject of serious concern across various forums. The scale and pace of this trend are beginning to impact multiple sectors. It is time we adopt a holistic and comprehensive approach to address this pressing issue. Read more

  • Emigration has always been an integral aspect of human history, with every society weaving its own unique story. Here is a chronicle of Kerala’s emigration through six significant waves. Read more

  • The thundering success of *Thudarum* is indeed heartening, but it also brings to light several pressing questions about our society. Read more

  • Dr Shashi Tharoor, in 2009 was a novice to the Kerala socio-cultural landscape. That’s the time he visited S B College, perhaps the first time In a College in Kerala. The visit exposes the man and his character. Read more

  • CIAL is a pioneer in PPP ventures in India. It has within 24 years proved to be a successful model. This is much better model than the one followed by the Central Govt. Read more

  • Two cheers to Kerala

    In recent days there were two news items for making Kerala cheer. One was already publicized and celebrated, and the other was published but not publicized. One was expected and known before, the other novel, and unbelievable to some. First cheer: New York Times on 12 January 2023 published its list of 52 places to Read more