The Palace of Illusions: A Story That Stayed With Me
This article reflects on Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s *The Palace of Illusions*, a novel that reimagines the *Mahabharata* through the deeply human and vulnerable perspective of Dr…
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A Month of Contrasts
This poem contrasts the nostalgic, festive magic of December with the modern reality of work stress and unfulfilled resolutions. It explores the emotional tension between mourning …
Sunny Sanskari ki Tulsi Kumari – a movie lost in translation?
The film *Sunny Sanskari ki Tulsi Kumari* follows two jilted lovers who form a fake relationship to sabotage their exes' extravagant wedding, only for the plot to devolve into a co…
Civilisation’s Maritime Foundations: A Conversation on the GoldenStripes Podcast
This article outlines a podcast discussion arguing that maritime societies, rather than land-based empires, were the primary drivers of human innovation and cultural exchange. It e…
Should You Renovate or Move? A Practical Guide for Homeowners
Deciding whether to renovate or move requires a holistic evaluation of financial costs, location preferences, lifestyle needs, and the potential for daily disruption. While renovat…
Spiritual Shades of the Rainy Season
While popular culture often associates the rainy season with romance, Sant Tulsidas uses the monsoon in the *Ramcharitmanas* to offer profound spiritual lessons. By using natural p…
When Nostalgia Finds You: An Evening at My Old College
After 23 years, the author revisited their former college to support their mother in a fashion show, which turned into a deeply nostalgic journey. Wandering the campus triggered vi…
The Adulthood Contradiction
The author reflects on the bittersweet transition to adulthood, expressing a deep longing for the spontaneity, curiosity, and unfiltered emotional intensity characteristic of adole…
Experts Call for Policy on Reuse of Single-Use Medical Devices – Balancing Affordability and Patient Safety
At the 10th National Convention on Medicine & Law, experts called for a dedicated Indian policy to regulate the reuse of single-use medical devices, addressing the critical tension…
(Reel)ization
In this lighthearted blog post, the author humorously reflects on her habit of scrolling through social media reels and deconstructs various repetitive trends. She observes the sta…
Linguistic Diffusion Delusions
The author argues that mainstream linguistic theories, such as the Aryan Invasion Theory and the Anglo-Saxon conquest model, rely on the flawed assumption that small groups imposed…
Water Damage Prevention: A Complete Homeowner’s Guide (2025)
Water damage is a frequent and costly issue for homeowners, often caused by preventable problems like burst hoses, clogged gutters, and improper ground sloping. To avoid devastatin…