This article discusses the societal pressure on Indian women to marry by a certain age, sharing personal experiences and frustrations. It challenges the notion that marriage should be tied to age or societal expectations, advocating for personal choice, rejecting dowry, and emphasizing self-worth over societal norms.
This article highlights the irony of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, as it contributes to increasing air pollution. The focus is on how this pollution affects children’s physical and mental health, disrupts social development, impacts economic growth, and worsens respiratory conditions, ultimately leaving a bleak future for upcoming generations
This article reflects on a volunteering experience at Deepashram, a shelter for disabled individuals run by the Missionaries of Charity. It highlights the values of kindness and compassion exemplified by Mother Teresa, her legacy of serving the needy, and how we can incorporate these virtues into our daily lives.
This article recounts a woman’s journey of self-discovery, from childhood pressures and familial expectations to the struggles of marriage and patriarchy. With resilience, she reclaims her professional and personal identity, ultimately finding liberation through creativity, technology, and inspiring others to break free from societal norms and expectations.
Despite the somber news of her headmistress’s passing, the author fondly recalls how “Sister” granted her three childhood wishes: dancing on stage, delivering lines in a drama, and wearing her favourite magenta costume. Sister’s nurturing spirit helped her overcome shyness, leaving behind cherished memories.
The poem “#THE SHE SAGA” highlights the constant struggles faced by women in a patriarchal society, where their choices, ambitions, and rights are often suppressed. Despite societal pressures and injustices, the refrain “But rest is alright” underscores the expectation to remain silent and complacent in the face of inequality.
The story of Aruna Shanbaug, a nurse left in a vegetative state after a brutal attack in 1973, highlights the care and sisterhood shown by nurses who tended to her for 43 years. Pinki Virani’s advocacy for passive euthanasia eventually changed India’s legal stance on euthanasia, marking Aruna’s enduring legacy.
Samyak, a student preparing for the JEE exams, grapples with the pressures of coaching institutes that treat students as advertising tools. While acknowledging the need for coaching, the author criticizes the imposition of uniforms and marketing tactics, urging for a return to dignity and individuality in students’ educational experiences.
The author reflects on the profound role of music in shaping their emotions and life journey. From childhood memories filled with diverse musical influences to discovering new genres through family and personal experiences, music has been a universal, healing, and motivational force, offering comfort, connection, and inspiration across generations and cultures.
The woman eagerly follows the Navratri colour code, not out of superstition but for fun and celebration. It adds excitement to her routine, as she bonds with friends over outfits. Despite criticism, she believes the festival is a chance to celebrate womanhood and take some well-deserved time for herself.
