Category Archives: shortfiction
Calcutta in Shorts
Short stories from Calcutta A Calcuttan is univocal in admiration for the city, its vibrancy, the colors and the warmth of Calcutta resonates between the lines of “Calcutta in Shorts”. ‘The Coffee House’ is a story which … Continue reading →
Priceless
(An old folk tale) A young couple lived on a small farm. With little income, they were forced to live a life in poverty. One day, the husband said, “Love I want to go to a faraway … Continue reading →
CALCUTTA IN SHORTS
1971 was a happening year in my life. My dad passed away from a massive heart attack that ended his life in fifteen minutes. A few months later that winter I fell sick … Continue reading →
Retrieving Stolen Buffaloes
A very cold and foggy January morning, time 5 AM. The district police force directed by the Superintendent was on red alert. The electronic media followed policemen combing everywhere. Nearby forests and villages. “ Terrorists?” I asked. “Buffaloes got stolen from … Continue reading →