India, Aug. 9 -- What would life be without us being misunderstood? The very existence of imperfect people, uncertain situations and differing degrees of understanding makes life what it is - thoroughly unpredictable. Indeed, misunderstandings can lead to myriad divides, frictions, fissures and even lifelong chasms in relationships that were once healthy and vibrant. But thankfully, most misunderstandings are quite inane at worst.

Take the case of the earliest bird to ever arrive at a press meet. I had once sent out invitations to senior mediapersons who were to interact with a top official of Chandigarh's administration. The very senior dignitary had recently arrived from New Delhi, you see. He had ensconced himself in the saddle and wa...