Yesterday a Member of the Parliament called me to say that the 4th Pay Commission’s recommendations have been tabled for discussion. Thus I believe that it is time that I make one more attempt to urge the ruling government and the present set of lawmakers to do the right thing. I urge them not to […]
Read MoreToday I’d like to share three significant incidents of my life. Incidents that helped me realize two incredible truths, ones that I hope, will propel students to find their truths, and their inspirations. When I was about fifteen years old, our school was participating in the Inter Public School Cultural Competition. This in itself wasn’t […]
Read MoreMy mother-in-law passed away a few years ago. I was very close to her. In the last few weeks of her life, she stayed with us as she received treatment for her brain tumour. It was an emotional time for the family. We felt terribly sad, disturbed and helpless. We also experienced a deep sense […]
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I am appalled at the naivety of the DNT government, particularly in the case of the ongoing Cardamom imbroglio – and yet, this is a government after my own heart. I can see that they are trying their best. And, above all, they mean well. And if they have taken a tumble or two, I […]
Read MoreColor is a universal visual language presumed by everyone and has an impact on the psychology of the human brain. At the first instance, it feels almost instinctive to choose colors for a living room or for our house from the colors we admire, thereby creating a personal identity of the space. But that would […]
Read MoreThe French philosopher and mathematician Blaise Pascal said, “All of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” In today’s digital age, ‘screen-time’ significantly overpowers ‘self-time’, leading to increase in stress and anxiety levels. Hence the term ‘digital toxification’ has entered our lexicon. Spiritual texts advocate the threefold path of […]
Read MoreFond recollection of historical times, serves to remind us that healthcare is integral to human survival. The problem of hubris and special interests stops the speedy progress of healthcare around the world. Healthcare by all governments must be looked upon with sanctimonious reverence, because healthcare alone is responsible for the column of human progress in […]
Read MoreAre there moments in life that can be called perfect? In retrospect yes, but moments whose perfection you are aware of even as you live them? Can you recall some such perfect moments? What makes them perfect? Was it the innocent look of total trust in your child’s eyes looking up at you? Was it […]
Read MoreWhenever elections come up, people are bombarded with different ideologies, debates, criticisms, promises and futuristic visions. According to political psychology, in this emotionally charged atmosphere there are many voters who get fervently swayed by the rhetoric, and so, find it hard to make a rational choice. They usually vote for a candidate who mirrors and […]
Read MoreA great career, financial success, a nice family, loads of friends, an active social life and exciting holidays make a good life, right? Think again. Often, I have admired the cheerfulness and tranquility of many of the security guards, cleaners and gardeners at our building. They arrive at work earlier than required, are always very […]
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