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The school bell rang, and the students ran towards the assembly ground. It was time for morning assembly, and it was the eighth standard students' turn to host. The commander led the assembly, and all students prayed in chorus, with teachers monitoring students. After assembly, the students moved to their classes. The class teachers took on their duties.  Everything went well until lunch break. While the students were busy playing and sharing food, there was an announcement from the central speaker, "Everyone needs to move to their classes. There is danger on the other side of the school ground." There was panic. Students started running here and there. They bumped into each other. The teachers rushed to the ground to redirect students to a safe place. Tapis and his group were playing on the other side of the school grounds. Before they could understand and run, the terrorists got hold of them and took them hostage. While the headmaster was sending students to school, he

With the blossoming flowers, December transitioned from autumn to winter, bringing joy and chillness. The town was hustling with pomp and show as it was wedding season. The resorts and hotels were full, and the preparations for marriages began.  Ritu's friend Sanya was also getting married this wedding season. She was busy preparing for Sanya's wedding and other functions. After all, she was the most eligible bridesmaid. She had to look the best and organize the best Bachelorette for Sanya. Ritu and Sanya, born and brought up in the same neighborhood, grew together from sharing secrets to sharing school, college, and even job. And now the day arrived when Sanya decided to tie the knot with his beloved Karan. Ritu had plans for higher studies, so she was not ready to get married yet. But she was happy for her best friend. Before leaving abroad, she had to manage the events of Sanya's wedding, including Haldi, Mehendi, Sangeet, Bachelorette, and the D-day her wedding. Ritu to

Book Name: Tuesdays With Morrie Author: Mitch Albom Publisher: Hachette India Genre: Memoir Format: Paperback Print length: 208 pages  Rating: 5/5 Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom is one of the most gifted and soothing books. It is the author's memoir narrating accounts of the author's reconnecting with his old college professor who was fighting with ALS.  Book Blurb On Amazon Maybe it was a grandparent, or a teacher or a colleague. Someone older, patient and wise, who understood you when you were young and searching, and gave you sound advice to help you make your way through it. For Mitch Albom, that person was Morrie Schwartz, his college professor from nearly twenty years ago.Maybe, like Mitch, you lost track of this mentor as you made your way, and the insights faded. Wouldn't you like to see that person again, ask the bigger questions that still haunt you? Mitch Albom had that second chance. He rediscovered Morrie in the last months of the older man's life

The Gupta family was out on a family dinner as it was Mr. and Mrs. Sharma's anniversary. Before leaving home, Mrs. Gupta asked her kids, Neena and Chikki, to check the locks of every window and door, as there had been many cases of robbery in their neighborhood lately. They drove to Mr. Gupta's favorite family restaurant, Spice & Chutney, 10 km from their house. Neena and Chikki booked a table and cake in the name of Mr. Gupta in advance so that they would not be required to wait as the restaurant used to have long waiting hours. They wished to make it the best experience for their parents. Before the receptionist could ask them to wait, Neena interfered and told her about the booking in Mr. Gupta's name. Mr. and Mrs. Gupta looked at each other in surprise and then at their kids lovingly. Mrs. Sharma pulled Neena and Chikki's cheeks and adored them for their quick action. She told Mr. Gupta, "See, our daughters have grown up."  Neena and Chikki blushed. Th

At midnight, Danu's father had a heart attack. Danu got the car and drove him to the nearest hospital, unaware of the circumstances to unfold before him.  Danu was in his fifties and lived with his wife Siya, son Neeraj, and father. He lost his mother two years back. After her mother's death, his father lost interest in life, from being a jolly human to becoming a sad soul. Danu always insisted her son cheer his grandfather, but Neeraj could also not add any help in bringing him happiness. After his mother's death, Danu's father embraced multiple diseases, including hypertension and cardiac issues. He was reluctant to live after his wife's death. It was his second cardiac arrest, and the doctor warned Danu earlier about losing him if he did not come out of his depression and sadness.  As they reached the hospital, ward boys came with a stretcher. Danu did not leave his father's hand until they took him to ICU. He fell and cried hysterically. His wife tried to co

Ritu resumed her work after six months of maternity leave. She felt excited and energized. After all, she was now a mother. The glow on her face was visible. She cheerfully greeted everyone she met. On her designated cubicle, she noticed greeting cards, best wishes, and chocolates on her desk. Her team welcomed her wholeheartedly. It showed how much they missed her. Seeing their team lead back, Ritu's team herded around her cubicle, and there was chit-chat. But, Ritu suggested celebrating in the pantry at lunch break and resuming work. The team agreed, and everybody was at their work desk within a few minutes. The day started with daily meetings, and everybody briefed Ritu about the work done and the new deadlines. Everything went smoothly, and during lunch, as planned, they celebrated and cheered for Ritu. While Ritu and her team were enjoying, Ritu heard somebody whispering at the other table, "She is back. I heard she delivered a baby. How can she be so careless and celebra