Faint Antony

In the defence ministry, the appellation for Defence Minister AK Antony has changed. It used to be Saint Antony. But ever since he fainted while accepting the salute at a passing-out parade of cadets, he is known as Faint Antony.

Those who follow the ministry on a regular basis also report that lately the minister has been taking some decisions vital to India’s defence: When offered a choice between tea and coffee, he has been plumping for coffee.