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Boxing – The Classroom of Life
Boxing taught me what schools and colleges never could. It didn’t just teach me how to throw a punch. It taught me how to take one—straight on the face—and stay calm. How to lose/fail in front of a crowd and keep going. How to stand back up when every nerve, every muscle and every fiber […]
My Last Conversation with Papa
After hearing from his oncologist that the cancer was no longer treatable—that his body had become resistant to all the treatment options they had tried—the doctor said they would now focus on “keeping him comfortable” as he deteriorated rapidly. He sat in his hospital bed, staring at the wall, silent and expressionless. I […]
The Fading Charm of Hyderabad’s Irani Cafes: Nostalgic Memories
As I sit here, sipping on a cup of Irani chai, my mind wanders back to the good old days of Hyderabad in the 80s and 90s. The city was a different place back then – slower, more laid-back, and full of character. And one of the things that defined Hyderabad’s character were its Irani […]
A Heartfelt New Year Wish from One Dreamer to Another
As the clock strikes midnight, ushering in a brand new year, I am reminded of the incredible journey that has brought me to where I am today. My mind wanders back to the darkest corners of my childhood – the struggles of making ends meet in our small 30-square-yard one-bedroom house in a laid-back area […]
Why Women Don’t Loiter: A Journey Through India’s Gendered Streets
It was just another book on my reading list – “Why Loiter?” by feminists Shilpa Phadke, Shilpa Ranade, and Sameera Khan. Little did I know that those pages would become food for thought and change my perception of Indian cities and the invisible barriers that shape women’s experiences within them. As I delved into this […]
Sacred No More: An Unbiased Look at the Tirumala Laddu Scandal
How Adulterated Ghee Found Its Way into the Holiest of Offerings, Putting Devotees’ Faith and Health at Risk The revered Tirumala Laddu, a symbol of devotion and faith for millions, has been tainted by a shocking scandal. Adulterated ghee, containing animal fat and lard, was supplied to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) by a Tamil […]
India’s Flourishing of Philosophical Inquiry: 6th Century BC – 13th Century AD
From the 6th century BC to the 13th century AD, India witnessed a remarkable period of intellectual and philosophical ferment. This era, often referred to as the “Golden Age of Indian Philosophy,” saw the emergence of numerous philosophical schools, vigorous debates on fundamental questions, and a profound exploration of the nature of reality, consciousness, and […]
Chasing Chips: The Irresistible World of Potato Chips and Other Junk Foods
Ah, the tantalizing allure of potato chips! Those crispy, salty, and oh-so-thin slices of golden deliciousness have been a snack-time staple for generations. But do you remember the iconic marketing slogan that forever etched these chips into our collective snacking consciousness? Let’s rewind to 1963 when young boys and girls at Frito-Lay were brainstorming marketing […]
How to Tame Your Temper: A Zen Lesson
We all have moments when we lose our temper and say or do things that we regret later. Anger is a powerful emotion that can cloud our judgment and cause us to act impulsively. But is anger really a part of who we are, or is it something that we can control and overcome? The […]
The Formula: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Divine
In the realm of the mystical and divine, words often fall short, and experiences transcend the boundaries of human expression. Such was the tale of the mystic who ventured to the sacred Mountain, seeking to comprehend the incomprehensible, to fathom the unfathomable – to understand God. Upon his return, friends and seekers eagerly surrounded the […]