Daily Archives: 18/09/2025

A Glimpse of Miss Gill: An Anglo-Indian Teacher in Dehradun

In the quiet, leafy lanes of Dalanwala, one of Dehradun’s oldest and poshest neighborhoods, lived Miss Gill, a short, squat fair, bob cut haired, Anglo-Indian woman whose presence added a touch of colonial charm to the bustling Doon Valley. Founded in the early 20th century as part of Dehradun’s expansion during British rule, Dalanwala was […]

Who gets to be called a doctor?

Who gets to be called a doctor? Inside India’s healthcare title wars In India, the title “Doctor” isn’t just a professional label, it’s a symbol of authority, aspiration, and public trust. A recent health ministry directive has reopened an old wound in the healthcare world — Who truly deserves to wear that badge? ADVERTISEMENT Physiotherapists […]

The Rise and Fall of Dr. Amal Krishna Bose: A Surgeon’s Journey from Healing Hands to Handcuffs

In the crisp February air of 1970, on the 3rd day of the month, Amal Krishna Bose entered the world, a child of Indian heritage destined for a life of ambition and achievement. 23 Born in an era when medicine was seen as a noble calling, young Amal grew up with dreams of mending broken […]