Menstrual products have evolved from ancient makeshift solutions like papyrus and rabbit fur to modern innovations like pads, tampons, and sustainable options. Cultural taboos, hygiene awareness, and technological advances have shaped this journey. Today, menstrual care embraces comfort, discretion, and eco-consciousness, reflecting progress in health, gender norms, and societal attitudes.
The term “lesbian” traces back to the Greek island of Lesbos, home to poet Sappho, famed for expressing love between women. While male homosexuality was documented in Ancient Greece, female homoerotism gained prominence through Sappho’s verses. Over time, “lesbian” replaced “sapphist,” preserving her legacy and empowering female queer identity.
This heartfelt reflection on World Environment Day emphasizes our deep connection with nature and urges everyday environmental responsibility. Through simple acts like seed planting, water conservation, plastic reduction, and mindful electricity use, the author highlights how individual efforts—when consistent—can contribute to a greener planet and inspire collective ecological mindfulness.
Review of the book ‘Daughters Who Loved’ by Maitabi Banerjee.
A mother’s nostalgic love for monsoons fades under the weight of trauma from Mumbai’s 2005 deluge. Once a carefree rain lover, she now feels anxiety, fearing for her family’s safety. Through vivid memories and maternal instincts, she reveals how motherhood reshapes joy into protective caution—especially during unpredictable rainy days.
A daughter’s heartfelt letter to her late father, reminiscing about his unconditional love, progressive values, sacrifices, and unwavering support. From enduring taunts to prioritizing family over ego, he was her pillar through life’s storms. Now gone, his absence is deeply felt—but his love continues to guide and comfort.
A hilarious satire on the obsession with Western etiquette, this piece mocks the absurdity of overrefined manners infiltrating everyday Indian life. From peeling bananas with cutlery to closing doors “gracefully,” the narrator humorously chronicles her descent into decorum overload—only to reject it all and embrace unapologetic desi authenticity.
This article explores the urgent challenges to environmental sustainability and highlights inspiring global and local solutions—from dissolvable plastics to afforestation and green energy—emphasizing that small, conscious steps by individuals and communities can drive meaningful change for our planet’s future.
This is a poem taken from an anthology currently being written by Nabarni Das. The
anthology personifies Beauty as a woman and follows her life along with the hardships she faced throughout. Although open to interpretation, the basic idea shared in this poem is the machinery of a woman’s experienced mind.
When a workplace harassment complaint from a transgender employee, Adwaita, reaches HR, Sheena prepares for damage control. But Adwaita challenges her to look beyond punishment—to question systemic ignorance. Through their conversation, Sheena realizes that true inclusiveness isn’t just policy—it starts with awareness, empathy, and action from within.
