Delhi Archives - Different Truths

July 2, 2026
Soumya Mukherjee
Humour

Memorable Meals I Have Had

Humourist Soumya tells us of the many adventures of his, in the company of others, between 1983 and 2013. He mixes humour, food, drinks, fancy-free, and footloose bohemian life...

June 27, 2026
Sehar Siddiqi
Criticism

That Language Named Urdu

The fictional character of Urdu having a Muslim character persisted in times of Premchand and also exists till now. He also encouraged the use of Hindustani, a simplified version...

January 8, 2026
Ruchira Adhikari Ghosh
Reviews, Theatre

Spotlight: Why Delhi’s Street Plays Are the Ultimate Voice of Rebellion

Ruchira reviews Triveni Kala Sangam’s street play on Kabir’s life for Different Truths, highlighting its immersive, timely message of communal harmony and timeless spiritual wisdom. As 2025 quietly drew...

March 30, 2023
Ruchira Adhikari Ghosh
History & Culture, Travel

An Enchanting Spring Experience in a Fragrant, Lush Garden

The National Capital is colourful, with Palash and Semul trees in bloom, decorating the streets, parks, and thoroughfares with vibrant shades and fallen blossoms, reports Ruchira – exclusively for...

December 2, 2022
Dr. Roopali Sircar Gaur
Adventure-Literature, People, Place, Travel

A Journey from Lahore to Delhi & a Bicycle

Dr Roopali walks down memory lane and tells us of an arduous journey on a bicycle from Lahore to Delhi, along with its joys – exclusively for Different Truths....

May 23, 2022
Dr. Sudipta Mishra
Cover Story, Gender, Law & Order

Does a Wife’s ‘No’ to Sex Means Refusal?

Sudipta re-examines the Delhi High Court’s split verdict of marital rape. Can a wife say no to sex? An exclusive for Different Truths. In 2015, the RIT foundation of...

April 10, 2022
Tinku Paul
Economy, Migration & Diaspora

The Nowhere Migrant

Tinku takes a hard look at the underbelly of labour trafficking. Railway coolies are paid a paltry sum to undertake this risky job. One poor man sells another for just...

April 10, 2022
Baishali Mukherjee
Gender

Udayan Care Empowers Underprivileged Girls

Gopa, Moumita, Mousumi and Nilima are girls from the underprivileged section of the society. With meagre income and uncertainties about futures, these girls were directed to a path of education, empowerment...

February 11, 2022
Dr. Roopali Sircar Gaur
People, Place, Travel & Food

The Delhi That I Know

Dr. Roopali takes us on a tour of Delhi that she had known as a child to the megapolis that grew over time. A colour and mood story, exclusively...

August 24, 2021
Soumya Mukherjee
Adventure-Literature, Food, History & Culture

Memoir: Adventure, Liquor & Rustic Menus at Diverse Places

Soumya relives the adventure of travelling and eating at remote places, Ranthambore, Jona, Kashmir, and Delhi. The common thread between these was the elevated spiritual state. An exclusive for...