KNOW YOUR HATS : GANDHI CAP
The Gandhi cap was popularized by the original Gandhi, Mahatma. He acquired the habit in South African prison, where all non-white prisoners were expected to wear one, in order to … Continue reading
GOVERNMENT TO AUCTION POSITIONS ON E-BAY
In a move welcomed by Transparency International, the government today announced that henceforth, all government positions are to be filled through a process of auctions on e-Bay. “Given the trade … Continue reading
KNOW YOUR LAWS : Indian Penal Code (1860), Section 497, Adultery
Section 497 of the Indian Penal Code is one of two sections designed to protect men from other men. Section 380 protects his goods and chattels, while Section 497 protects … Continue reading
I MEANT CORRUPTION ON JUPITER, EXPLAINS RAHUL GANDHI
In a speech which his admirers described as ‘rivaled only by the one he gave last week’, Rahul Gandhi has impressed many by the depth of his passion against corruption. … Continue reading
“WE DIDN’T HAVE TIME AT DUTY FREE,” EXPLAINS CHINESE DEFENSE MINISTER.
A diplomatic incident was narrowly avoided in New Delhi yesterday, after the visiting Chinese defense minister explained why he tipped two Indian Air Force pilots at a formal ceremony. The … Continue reading
KNOW YOUR LAWS : INDIAN AIRCRAFT ACT, 1934
Under this act, your government controls the manufacture, possession, operation, use, and sale of aircraft. The term ‘aircraft’ includes gliders, kites, and balloons, whether fixed or free. This explains why … Continue reading
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SHARAD PAWAR DENIES BUYING PAPUA NEW GUINEA
In news that has triggered massive celebrations across the Pacific Rim, Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar has denied that the government has hiked the price of cooking gas so that he … Continue reading
MUSSOLINI SPOTTED ON RACE COURSE ROAD
Deceased Italian dictator Benito Mussolini is rumoured to have been in the vicinity of Race Course Road yesterday afternoon, as valiant police officers fought to protect Sonia Gandhi from hordes … Continue reading
Quickies
Hindu heart throb Narendra Modi demonstrates the correct way to hold a samosa.
PAKISTAN BLAMES GUCCI
In a development that has terrified the handbag industry, the Pakistan government has blamed Gucci for the misunderstanding regarding cyber attacks on India. “It is true that there has been … Continue reading
Ask Uncle
Dear Uncle, My neighbour has purchased a Harley-Davidson. I am apprehensive. Can you give any suggestion? Sashi Kant, Ghaziabad Dear Sashi, You have forgotten to mention whether your … Continue reading