लेखक: मुकुंद हिंगणे
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“When I grew up, I wanted to be a police inspector…!”
When you were five, what did you want to be when you grew up? I spent my childhood in a sugar factory colony. At that time, there was always some construction work going on in the colony. When I was about five years old, a new housing project had begun, creating large mounds of sand…
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“Most people do not understand the difficulties of the person in front of them…!”
What’s something most people don’t understand? In our daily lives, we interact with many people, but most do not make an effort to understand the situation, problems, or emotions of the person in front of them. Human nature is inherently self-centered, occupied with one’s own thoughts, emotions, and needs, leaving little room to consider others’…
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“Why are Indian youth crowding the courtrooms more than temples?”
Today’s Indian youth are getting more involved in courts and political movements rather than visiting temples. This change is not just social but has political, economic, and psychological implications as well. Earlier, young people contributed to nation-building, but today, many are falling prey to the deceptive tactics of political leaders, engaging in protests, rallies, and…
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“Problems of Underdeveloped and Developing Countries: Lack of Development and Internal Strife…!”
Countries around the world are classified into different groups based on economic, social, and political factors. Some countries are highly developed, some are on the path of progress, while others still remain underdeveloped. Each group of countries faces different challenges. Underdeveloped countries remain backward due to a lack of development. On the other hand, developing…
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“Religion and Morality: An Analysis from a Modern Perspective…!”
In ancient times, “living by religion” was considered synonymous with adhering to moral principles and ethical conduct. This was because religious scriptures laid down certain rules, ideals, and values for both personal and social morality. However, in today’s world, religion has become associated with various forms of superstition, rituals, and fanaticism. As a result, “living…
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“What will people say?” vs. “What do I feel?”
Our society is divided into two groups: one consists of people who constantly live with the thought, “What will people say?”, and the other consists of those who always think, “What do I feel?”. To a certain extent, both mindsets can bring happiness in life, but when taken to the extreme, they can cause distress…
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“We learned to operate computers only out of the fear of losing our jobs…!”
How has technology changed your job? Around 2004, a significant technological shift occurred in Marathi journalism. During this period, there were radical changes in the editing and publishing processes of newspapers. Journalists who had entered the field in the 1990s and were accustomed to traditional methods of handwritten reporting and typewriting now had to adapt…
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“Saying ‘no’ without hurting anyone is an art.”
How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals? Every decision in your life can have a direct impact on your goals. Often, we say “yes” to things due to social pressure, temporary attractions, or short-term pleasures, which create obstacles in achieving our long-term goals. Therefore, it is essential to…
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“Religious Supremacy: A Cause of Global Unrest…!”
Is the debate over religious supremacy the only reason for the division of the world? The debate over religious supremacy is undoubtedly one of the major causes of global unrest and division. However, there are several other significant factors contributing to this issue. Social division and conflicts arise due to multiple reasons, including economic, social,…
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“Life’s Unseasonal Rain: Showers of Happiness Arrive Only After Struggles…!”
Just yesterday, in an article based on the topic given by the Daily Prompt, I mentioned, “I like dry and arid weather simply because I am used to it.” Summer has just begun, so the temperature is bound to keep rising every day. However, around 3:30 PM today, an unexpected 15-minute downpour, accompanied by the…