prevention
World Suicide Prevention Day, 10th September
Definition of Suicide “Suicide is the act of deliberately killing oneself.” – World Health Organization (WHO) “Suicide is the act of taking one’s own life
Definition of Suicide “Suicide is the act of deliberately killing oneself.” – World Health Organization (WHO) “Suicide is the act of taking one’s own life
Art shapes life, but unchecked influences—like films glorifying bullying or “coolness”—can harm children. Mindful parenting is key: guiding kids toward empathy, integrity, and self-worth rather than shallow popularity. True strength lies in authenticity, not domination. As Rufus Wainwright says, “Being uncool is the coolest you can be.
Seventy-eight years after independence, women in India have broken barriers but still face invisible constraints. Drawing from Pride and Prejudice and Ghore Baire, true freedom lies in self-respect, clarity, and choice—free from societal expectations or self-imposed limits—where women need not choose between being complete and being free.
From a bold Femina cover to timeless symbolism of the warrior goddess, this reflection explores how evolving portrayals of women mirror the ongoing fight for true freedom, equity, and self-definition.
While watching Aap Jaisa Koi, I noticed something that felt both familiar and oddly hollow: the portrayal of the liberal Bengali woman. You know the
A daughter reflects on the profound life lessons inherited from her father—Baba—whose quiet strength, romantic heart, and unwavering forgiveness shaped her deeply. Through smiles, silence, gratitude, and resilience, he taught her to stay afloat in life. Though difficult to emulate fully, his legacy continues to guide and inspire her.
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.
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.
In a lively, all-women household, chaos, camaraderie, and quirks shape daily life. From kitchen confusions to wardrobe woes and weighty woes, the women juggle it all with humor and resilience. They may stumble, rant, and obsess—but they also thrive, bond, and believe fiercely in their place in the universe
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.
