India is becoming the most populous country in the world. This population explosion has given rise to several fundamental issues, among which poverty and unemployment are the most critical. Although the government is implementing various schemes, it has not been successful in bringing these problems fully under control. There are several complex reasons behind this,…

Behind every glossy strand, there might be a silent scream.A recent investigation from Tamil Nadu has revealed a chilling fact.Some hair oil industries are allegedly using rabbit blood as an ingredient.This is marketed online as premium oil for strong and shiny hair.The manufacturers claim they “purchase” the blood and do not kill the rabbits.But repeated…

Ikigai is a Japanese concept that seeks to answer the questions: “Why do we live?” and “What is the purpose of our life?” It explains the essence of a meaningful, joyful, and fulfilling life. The word “Ikigai” is made up of two parts: “Iki” (生き) = Life “Gai” (甲斐) = Reason or Value Hence, Ikigai…

In a world where everyone is in a rush to speak, the one who listens gains the most.True wisdom often resides in silence, and real strength in patience.Developing the habit of listening more and speaking less is not a weakness — it’s a profound skill.It helps build deeper relationships, avoids unnecessary conflicts, and opens the…

India had no direct involvement in either of the two World Wars. Both wars had emerged from power struggles among European nations. However, since India was under British rule at the time, thousands of Indian soldiers participated in the wars on behalf of the British, and many sacrificed their lives. Though these sacrifices have not…

Preface It’s been five years since Aai left us. She’s been sitting in that photo frame on the wall for four of them.While she was around, her presence never felt overwhelming. She was like that—quiet, understanding, and never intrusive.But the moment she was gone, her absence began to haunt me deeply. Today marks her fifth…

Once upon a time, the stream of relationships flowed freely — without obstacles, without resistance… there was a natural rhythm, a gentle warmth. But today, that journey of relationships seems to pause halfway. The path begins, but somewhere along the way, it halts — like an eerie silence. Why is this happening? Because today, three…

It was almost twelve noon. The sky was clear, not a trace of a cloud in sight, and the sun seemed to have firmly taken its seat in the sky – its scorching presence was stinging our skin. The two of us – my colleague and I – had set out on a motorcycle for…