KNOW YOUR LAWS : Section 197, CrPC, ‘Prosecution of a Public Servant’
Twenty-six years after Independence, it was noticed that public servants in India were getting very demoralised. “How can we work like this,” they said, “With the constant threat of prosecution … Continue reading →
“I WAS IRRIGATING SWITZERLAND,” EXPLAINS AJIT PAWAR
In a move described as ‘the most significant advance in Indo-Swiss relations since Toblerone’, Maharashtra Irrigation Minister Ajit Pawar has explained that steps to improve irrigation by his department over … Continue reading →
You Can Do Better Dept.
India’s Foreign Minister meets Pakistan’s Foreign Minister. What could he be thinking? Surely you can suggest something better?
CHINESE ARMY ATTACKS SHEEP
In an act symbolizing Chinese hegemony over mutton, the Chinese Army has reportedly assaulted sheep in the Denchok sector of what the Chinese government refers to as the ‘so called … Continue reading →
KNOW YOUR HATS : KARAKUL
The Karakul is a historic hat, worn by Jinnah, Soviet Politburo members, and Eddie Murphy in ‘Coming to America’. Made from the wool of Persian lambs, it is often worn … Continue reading →
Ask Uncle
Dear Uncle, Our grandmother has started talking to furniture. Is this a cause for concern? Javed, Bangalore Respected Javed-bhai, The key question is, is the furniture talking back? … Continue reading →
CBI INVESTIGATES CBI
In a move that has enthused evildoers everywhere, the Central Bureau of Investigation has announced that it will be investigating itself for possible payroll fraud. This step has been taken … Continue reading →
KNOW YOUR HATS : BOLLYWOOD SPECIAL
No one knows what this hat is. Probably it’s a Bollywood hat. Traditionally, Bollywood hats are worn by those whose ancestors were producers or actors in the Bombay film industry. … Continue reading →
KNOW YOUR LAWS : SEDITION (1898)
The Sedition Law was a gift from the British government of India to the Indian government of India. Early one morning, just before Independence, the two of them were sitting … Continue reading →
HARYANA POLICE TO CO-OPERATE FULLY WITH MINISTER.
In a move hailed by sex offenders across the nation, the Haryana Police have promised full co-operation to multi-millionaire former shoe shop owner Gopal Kanda. Mr. Kanda faced a national … Continue reading →
DETECTIVE HIRED TO FIND GOVERNMENT
Concerned citizens are in the process of hiring a detective to find the government, which has been absconding since August, 2011. “We looked all around for clues, but we couldn’t … Continue reading →
VIP SHOOTS OLYMPIC OFFICIAL
Formerly disgraced Olympic VIP Suresh Kalmadi raised eyebrows in London after he slew an official yesterday. The crime was committed during the 10m Air Pistol event. As he was led … Continue reading →
“I WANT TO SCREW UP ENOUGH TO BE PM,” SAYS NEW POWER MINISTER
Freshly anointed Power Minister Veerappa Moily showed commendable enthusiasm for his new job at a press conference held by candlelight yesterday evening. “Within seconds of the biggest power breakdown in … Continue reading →
KNOW YOUR HATS : BAMBOO CONTINENTAL
Like the Indo-Greek school of sculpture which has produced so many Buddhas, hats too can represent a synthesis of east and west. This Bamboo Continental is typically worn at a … Continue reading →
PUBLISHER OF KAPIL SIBAL’S POETRY COMMITS SUICIDE.
In a move that has terrified the publishing industry, the publisher of Union Minister Kapil Sibal’s poetry took his own life late last evening. “Other publishers would point at him … Continue reading →
ASK UNCLE
Dear Uncle, Nobody in our office wants to bell the cat. What should we do? Shekhar, Chennai Dear Shekhar, First, you need to creep up on the cat … Continue reading →
CHHATARPUR RESIDENT PUTS SON ON EBAY
Chhatarpur resident Gagan Sapra has created a stir within his community after putting his son up for sale on eBay. “The marriage season is coming up, and I was confused … Continue reading →
SHARAD PAWAR TO PRINT MONEY
In a development that triggered fondue parties across Switzerland, the Congress Party has awarded noted ally Sharad Pawar the right to print currency notes. A special government printing press will … Continue reading →