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Confessions of a Tibetan Monk

“While escaping from Tibet to India, it is common to lose one’s eyesight or a leg, due to the thick snow we have to travel in.”

The Rappers of Dharavi

Sout Dandy raps in Tamil and English on social issues.

Confessions of a Postmortem Room Attendant

“We go out and get drug addicts to cut up the bodies. Since they are doped, they do not mind. We pay them a little for their dose.”

A PA for Every Man

For Rs 5,000 a month, Big Help offers you a personal assistant to sort out your life.

Confessions of a Weight Loss Centre Masseuse

“After a while, massaging a body becomes an addiction. On my off day, my mind keeps saying, ‘Give me a body to massage.’”

God’s Own Country Spirit

They have names like Jesus Christ, Elephant Tamer and Newly-Wed Woman.

Confessions of a Slum Tour Guide

“Eye-gouging only happens when the lazier slum-dwellers, who would rather beg than work, request the operation.”

The Last Tusker

Chongkham’s last elephant’s tusks were stolen recently, plunging the village into mourning.

Confessions of a Bribe Taker

“I never demand a bribe, I just verbally quote my price. If they give me something less, I take it without complaining.”

Green Light Area

The canteen at Kolkata police headquarters is manned by girls rescued from brothels.

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