Date : 15/08/2006 Summary : In this diary entry, Tushar Mangl reflects critically on India’s progress 59 years after independence. He laments ongoing issues such as electricity shortages, corruption, and public complacency, examining the intertwined roles of both the government and the public in creating the country's current challenges. Mangl voices frustration over political sycophancy, systemic mismanagement, and the responsibilities that citizens hold in upholding a democracy. He critiques the Congress party's leadership post-independence while acknowledging some of its contributions, calling for greater accountability and active citizenship. Diary Entry: 15/08/2006 Happy Independence Day! After 59 years of independence, I still don’t receive 24-hour electricity. It’s not just disappointing; it’s shameful. A person, a human being, typically reaches retirement after fulfilling many responsibilities. But, looking at our past, India’s record is a striking example of mismanag
Summary: In this diary entry dated 21/08/2006 , Tushar Mangl reflects on the concept of knowledge, particularly self-knowledge. He highlights the tendency of people to seek knowledge on various subjects but often neglect the crucial understanding of their own needs, aspirations, and beliefs. Through anecdotes, he explores the significance of self-awareness in making authentic life choices. Diary Entry Know Thyself - Socrates 21/08/2006 Knowledge – This is a keyword I aim to present consistently in my writings. I try to enlighten readers through humor, anecdotes, clippings, and other insights. Now, I’m even attempting to draw knowledge out of myself. Here’s a piece of advice for you: gain knowledge. There’s nothing wrong with that. Whatever subject interests you, you have abundant options—be it the internet, books, magazines, newspapers, or friends—all offering a wealth of information. However, there’s one subject that we often overlook: ourselves . My advice to all my readers is to u