Author: Sharan Ahluwalia

A scholar of International Relations and a former Mathematics graduate, Sharan Ahluwalia curates poetry, thought-pieces and other forms of written expressions. She envisioned ‘thebigfatpoet’ in 2017 as her stage & pen name and eventually, as a single platform to express everything pertaining to poetry & beyond. Presently, Sharan works with E and H Foundation, a Delhi based non-profit, in the capacity of Communications Manager and is focussed on delivering impactful stories aimed at refining the education sector in India.

The Black Mirror Has Finally Cracked

With the recent protests against the CAA and NRC, we are witnessing first-hand, the implications of a state controlled and centralised fifth estate in India.

No Dialogue between India and Pakistan during SCO is a Missed Opportunity

No dialogue between Mr Modi and his counterpart, Mr Khan at the recent SCO summit in Bishkek is a missed opportunity. Yesterday, as India and Pakistan united for the World Cup, the two nations must unite beyond the playground, now more than ever, to address the global issue of terrorism.

Game of Thrones and International Affairs: Lessons for the Realpolitik World

What goes up, must come down. It’s a law of nature. Like all good things that come to an end, it is time to conclude a chapter that transpired over 8 long beautiful years. Now that we have entered into the final hours of the last bloody Monday we will ever encounter as a global audience, here are my two Lannister cents.

Come for Our Mother

As Greta Thunberg claims, “it’s not a change anymore, it’s a climate breakdown.” This mother’s day, I write in honour of the one who birthed us all, Mother Earth!