वर्षा का मौसम
Sandeep Mishra Electrical Engineer, Gold Medalist, Senior Executive, Poet, Tabla Enthusiast. English Translation: The Rainy Season The rainy season has come again, Nature has swayed, and youth has embraced it. Clouds have gathered, and cool breezes are blowing, This carefree heart has become restless. Rainbow colours have spread across the horizon, Enthusiasm has begun to rise in every heart. Showers of happiness have poured down along with the rain, The rainy season has come
Sandeep Mishra
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The Rainy Day
Kiyaan Pradhan 10 years Step into the magic of a rainy day through a Kiyaan’s vivid imagination. Filled with playful sounds, comforting aromas, and joyful moments, this poem transforms an ordinary shower into an unforgettable celebration of nature and childhood wonder.
Kiyaan Pradhan
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The Legend of Jaspal Rana
Photo by Hindustan Times on www.hindustantimes.com Avnish Anand LinkedIn; Medium A long suffering Indian sports fan’s homage to a great man who changed Indian shooting forever I am a 47 year old long suffering Indian sports fan and I fully understand the impact Jaspal Rana had on Indian sport. This is my personal homage to him. Firstly, it’s really sad for any human being to die at 49 in today’s day and age. Losing someone who made such a huge difference in a country starved
Avnish Anand
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Splish Splash
Anay Rathi 9+ Years Splish Splash celebrates the playful magic of a rainy day, where dancing flowers, paper boats, joyful splashes, and the aroma of hot buns come together to capture the wonder, excitement, and simple happiness of childhood. Leaves swinging here and there, I’ve not seen this anywhere. Everyone goes to their place, At their fastest pace. And when it starts raining, All the pretty flowers start waving. Children come out in their raincoats, To start sailing thei
Anay Rathi
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The Joy of the Rainy Season
Avyan Bahety 10 years A heartfelt celebration of the rainy season through a child's eyes—filled with the joy of raindrops, the fragrance of wet earth, colourful umbrellas, cozy moments, and the simple excitement that only rain can bring. Rain is a gift of nature to all of us. Whenever raindrops splatter on the windowpane, I am filled with happiness and excitement. When I hear the raindrops falling gently on the soil, I feel calm and relaxed. The rainy season is very important
Avyan Bahety
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The Clock Vine - The Orange Bike
Manjusha Arora Mom, EI Website Contributor Every mother knows these moments—the tiny hands she once held, the first steps she cheered, the quiet wish to pause time. These poems gently capture the love, pride, and bittersweet beauty of watching a little boy grow while forever remaining her little one. The Clock Vine The rain is gone, the game is done, He pauses play, my little son. He brings a Clock Vine wet with dew, A piece of time he gave to you. The blossom twists to meet
Manjusha Arora
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Monsoon Memories
Ayaansh Age - 8 years old Follow Toby and Lily on a delightful rainy-day adventure where paper boats, hot chocolate, scenic landscapes, and simple family moments remind us that life's happiest memories are often the simplest. One day in a beautiful town of Edinburgh there was a boy named Toby. He was 9 years old and his sister Lily was 7 years old. They both went out to play but suddenly it started raining heavily. They all ran inside the house. Lily asked if they could go to
Ayaansh
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Golden Old Days
Kriti Rathi Poet There were days filled with cheers, And a mind to think without fear, Running around the courtyard, Jumping high towards the sky. Never thinking how and why? Playing under the sun, And having unlimited fun. Dirty hands and dirty feet, Filled every moment with wishes sweet. Looking forward to watching Jungle Book on Sundays, Filled my heart in every way. Gazing at the stars in the sky, Wondering how the years flew by. The child in me still wants to sing, With
Kriti Rathi
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Celebrating Father's Day at EI Library
Idea & Event Lead: Kanak Aggarwal Creative Support (Leaf Props): Anita Oberoi Organized by: EI Library, coordinated by Harinath A simple idea, a grateful heart, and a tree filled with messages reminded us that the greatest gifts often come in a few heartfelt words. This Father's Day, EI Library brought residents together through the Gratitude Tree—a beautiful activity where children and adults expressed their love for their fathers by writing heartfelt messages on leaf-shaped
Harinath K
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Describe the Rain- Part 1
Harinath Story Teller EI Outlook Editor, Linkedin Profile, Blog What does rain sound like? Can a train be impatient? And why would anyone describe a mango as sunshine? Aarav and Mira have spent years arguing over impossible questions, terrible answers, and cups of tea that always seem to arrive at exactly the right time. Describe The Rain Mumbai was drowning again. Rain slid down the restaurant windows in crooked lines, blurring headlights into streaks of green, gold and red
Harinath K
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Describe the Rain- Part 2
Harinath Story Teller EI Outlook Editor, Linkedin Profile, Blog Previously in... Part 1: Describe The Rain They spent years describing rain, colors, fear, and home to each other. What began as a game became friendship, then something deeper. Before life could change them, they made a promise about the future. Next Part.. Part 3: Describe Memory Describe Sight The phone call came on a Tuesday afternoon. Aarav was helping his father at work when it arrived. An unknown number.
Harinath K
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Describe the Rain- Part 3
Harinath Story Teller EI Outlook Editor, Linkedin Profile, Blog Part 1: Describe The Rain The world they imagined together. Part 2: Describe Sight The world that pulled them apart. Sight brought possibilities neither had imagined. Yet while Aarav found purpose in building, Mira found joy in exploring. Somewhere between shared dreams and separate journeys, they stopped introducing themselves to each other. Describe Memory The separation happened quietly. No dramatic goodbye.
Harinath K
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Don’t stop till you get enough.
Harish Dixit Senior Infrastructure Manager – APAC Linkedin For five years, a tiny, nine-coloured wonder had been giving me the slip. The first time I heard its cheerful two-note whistle on one of my morning walks, I ran towards the sound. But by the time I got there, the bird was gone. All I had was a sound recording and a heart full of hope. After that, friends and fellow birdwatchers kept spotting it in different corners of the city. It even entered people’s homes, primaril
Harish Dixit
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Protecting the Environment Starts with Small Actions
Aarya Fahoum 8th Grade. NEXT school Participating in a beach clean-up drive at Prabhadevi Beach taught me that small actions can make a big difference to the environment. The experience increased my awareness of carbon footprints and how daily activities contribute to pollution. By conserving electricity, reducing waste, carpooling, caring for plants, and recycling responsibly, we can lower carbon emissions and protect ecosystems. If everyone adopts simple eco-friendly habits
Aarya Fahoum
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The House We Carry Within
Harinath EI Outlook Editor, Linkedin Profile, Blog The places we never fully leave behind Editor’s Note The houses we remember are rarely made of bricks alone. Sometimes they are built from the smell of a grandmother's kitchen, the quiet corner where we escaped with a book, the courtyard where festivals unfolded, or the small habits that slowly became part of who we are. Long after the walls disappear, these places continue to live within us. For this edition, residents were
Harinath K
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They’re taking away our diet cokes!
Namya Aggarwal A runner, Writer and student (12th Class) LinkedIn A shortage of canned Diet Coke across major Indian cities has unexpectedly highlighted how global events affect everyday life. Geopolitical tensions around the Strait of Hormuz have disrupted shipping routes, increased freight costs, and raised aluminium prices, creating supply shortages. Despite available substitutes, young consumers remain attached to the unique experience of drinking Diet Coke from a can. Th
Namya Aggarwal
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If I Could Invent Something
Anay Rathi 9 Years If I Could Invent Something If I could invent something, it would be something different which no one on Earth would think of. It would be a fully functional boat with very advanced safety features. First, I would ask people for scrap metal, which they would give me easily. Then, using half of the scrap metal, I would craft a boat large enough for two to four people to sit inside. Then I would make a battery which would fully charge in one minute but could
Anay Rathi
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A Summer SOS: Is Mumbai Becoming Too Hot?
Siddhant Desai 13 years, Grade 9 Every year, Mumbai's summers seem hotter than the last. As a teenager, I can clearly feel the difference. The heat and humidity have become so intense that people eagerly wait for the monsoon to bring relief. Even a short bus ride without air conditioning can leave someone exhausted and drenched in sweat. Playing outdoors in the afternoon has become difficult, and school sports and Physical Education classes are often affected. I have seen fri
Siddhant Desai
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मातृ दिवस
Sandeep Mishra Electrical Engineer, Gold Medalist, Senior Executive, Poet, Tabla Enthusiast. मां की छवि जो मन में थी बसी समय के साथ वह बदलते दिखी। पहले मां एक गृह लक्ष्मी का रोल थी निभाती आज वह दुर्गा सरस्वती और लक्ष्मी तीनों रूप में है विराजती । मां अब घर की सीमा में नहीं है बंधी घर चलाने में भी पिता के साथ है खड़ी वह कितनी भी वयस्त क्यों न हो अपने बच्चों की शिक्षा है उसके लिए सर्वोपरि। बाहर की विषम परिस्थियों से वह दुर्गा की तरह है लड़ती, बच्चों की सुरक्षा में वह ढाल ब
Sandeep Mishra
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Letters We Never Wrote
Harinath EI Outlook Editor, Linkedin Profile, Blog Small notes of gratitude from the people around us Editor’s Note There are people who quietly become part of our lives. Not through grand gestures— but through conversations, encouragement, routines, kindness, and presence. Sometimes, they live right next door. Sometimes, they become the reason a place begins to feel like home. This collection brings together small letters written by residents to people within our own commun
Harinath K
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From Village Fields to India’s Aviation Corridors
Harinath EI Outlook Editor, Linkedin Profile, Blog Based on his Autobiography draft The Extraordinary Journey of Mr. T. Mohan Chandran A life shaped by discipline, curiosity, integrity, and the quiet determination to rise beyond circumstances. T. Mohan Chandra Aviation Consultant & Advisor Connect: 9819915824 or Email Introduction Some journeys do not begin with privilege, influence, or opportunity. They begin in small villages, among routines that leave little room for drea
Harinath K
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Baba kee Chamaat
Harinath Story Teller EI Outlook Editor, Linkedin Profile, Blog The Journey Begins The trek started from Gangotri — a place as mystical as it is majestic. Over four days, we trekked a rugged Himalayan terrain, slowly inching toward our goal: the sacred Siva Kund. Note "We began our Kedartal trek from the sacred town of Gangotri, navigating through dense alpine forests and rugged terrains, ascending to the glacial lake nestled at 4,750 meters(15000 ft). Surrounded by towering
Harinath K
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Luck and the quiet magic of Birdwatching.
Harish Dixit Senior Infrastructure Manager – APAC Linkedin Heart-spotted woodpecker (Top), Brown-capped Pygmy Woodpecker (Left) and Rufous woodpecker (Right) Birdwatching has a curious way of blurring the line between preparation and providence. This truth felt especially real during our monthly bird survey at Sanjay Gandhi National Park on Sunday, 26 April 2026. It was a day that blended effort and chance into one lasting memory. My group consisted of Hansel, Sunil, Rahul an
Harish Dixit
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माँ...
Nandini Mathur Author, Blog - 'मेरी कलम से' English Summary Mother… A gentle feeling beyond words, Not merely a single word, But an entire alphabet in herself. Not just a person, But a complete institution, Filled with affection, An embodiment of unconditional love. Our very first introduction to the world Begins through a mother. By the mere touch of her presence, A child sleeps in peace. At a child’s single smile, A mother gives herself completely. Holding the baby in her a
Nandini Mathur
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युरोप का सफर
Sandeep Mishra Electrical Engineer, Gold Medalist, Senior Executive, Poet, Tabla Enthusiast. युरोप का सफर था एक सुहाना सफर देखा प्रकृति का का खुबसूरत नजारा और ऐतिहासिक धरोहर। जिन्हें पढ़ा था किताबों में कभी उन्हें देखने का मिला एक अवसर। जिधर भी डालो अपनी निगाहें हरियाली ही आती थी नज़र। प्रकृति की गोद में हम घूमें साफ सुथरे थे सब डगर देखे फूलों के बाग और बर्फ से ढके शिखर। रोम लंदन और पेरिस की बात है निराली भव्य इमारतों के हैं ये अदभुत शहर कलोन फ्लोरेंस व वेटिकन सिटी को मिल
Sandeep Mishra
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Delimitation: Redrawing the Social Contract of India
Priya Chaturvedi Global Markets Professional, avid reader, finding rhythm in semi-classical dance and expression in Hindi verse. LinkedIn The recent defeat of the 131st Constitutional Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha has not silenced the debate on delimitation; rather, it has intensified age-old anxieties over federalism and equitable voting rights. The current political mood of the country demands a deeper understanding of this exercise. Article 82 of the Indian Constitution,
Priya Chaturvedi
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Kaalika-The Rise of Rakthbeej
Kaalika-The Rise of Raktbeej Poonam Desai Author In the previous chapters, we saw Hiranya Kashyap and his aide Swarbhanu discover the resurrection stone at Kalimath and manage resurrect demon Raktbeej while Sharvari, Dhaigham, Kasar and Dilan fail to stop them. As Raktbeej comes to power, chaos reigns in the entire country. Mr. Raghav Sinha from the disaster management office is contacted by Hiranya under guise of Bija financials. The PM asks Mr. Sinha to contact DIG Pandey.
Poonam Desai
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A meal I’ll never forget.
Samiksha Verma 9th grade. At 11:30 PM, with almost nothing in the fridge, a desperate experiment turned into the creamiest, most unforgettable mac & cheese—proof that chaos sometimes cooks up pure magic. A meal I’ll never forget. I’m sure many of you have eaten many meals in your life, so have I, but there’s one meal I’ve eaten that I just can’t seem to forget. Mac & Cheese. It was 11:30 PM on a Tuesday, and I was staring into my fridge, which contained little more than a ja
Samiksha Verma
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The Power of Kindness
Aanya Das, 13 yrs old. Kindness is a quiet strength—soft in appearance, yet powerful enough to reshape hearts and moments. It asks for nothing, yet gives everything. A simple smile, a listening ear, a gentle word—these small acts ripple outward, touching lives in ways we may never fully see. The Power of Kindness The world has some tough days, But we can solve these problems in many ways; Like solving them with non-violence, Cuz' that's the power of kindness! When you see the
Aanya Das
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Never Live with a Poet
Harinath Poet EI Outlook Editor , Linkedin Profile , Blog A satirical verse exposing poets’ detachment from everyday life—mocking their lofty ideals, domestic avoidance, and delusions—before ending with a witty twist on Socrates, ostriches, and AI creativity Poets don’t live on the ground— they hover above dishes, blind to the grease and sweat that keep their world alive. They opt non-violence, feed stray dogs with metaphors, can they still scribble verses when chased down t
Harinath K
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This Summer, Don’t Just Keep Kids Busy — Help Them Bloom
Simar Bedi Founder, Ekattva Beauty & Wellness Fitness Enthusiast Website ; Ekattva Instagram ; Personal Instagram ; LinkedIn Every summer, a familiar checklist repeats in our homes: Swimming classes? - Done Extra tuitions? - Done Playtime downstairs? - Done And yet, somewhere between structured routines and free play, parents often find themselves asking — “Is my child really growing, or just passing time?” A recent feature by The Times of India highlights how summers ca
Simar Bedi
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Who You Are?
Harinath EI Outlook Editor , Linkedin Profile , Blog SECTION 1 Beginnings Where curiosity is pure, and identity is still unfolding Parv Dasani (9 yr) Curiosity in its purest form Who I am Me, I am a young child With expressions, I am quite mild I am a boy who is pretty shy Very smart, but never sly Studious I am, I like science Very unlucky too, always the bad dice I want to be a space scientist And remember, I am always an optimist Always curious, I ask a lot of questions
Harinath Babu
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The Humm Story: Rethinking Indulgence, One Dip at a Time
Aditi Agrawal Founder of Humm Story 9819898102 Whatsapp ; Instagram A personal journey that turns everyday snacking into a balance of taste, health, and conscious choice. Snacking has quietly become a part of our daily rhythm—during meetings, at gatherings, or in those small pauses between a busy day. Yet, it often carries an unspoken trade-off: taste versus health. This is where The Humm Story begins, with a simple idea—to enjoy food without second thoughts. The Humm Story
Aditi Agrawal
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Kaalika-The Rise of Rakthbeej
Kaalika-The Rise of Raktbeej Poonam Desai Author In the previous chapters, we saw Hiranya Kashyap and his aide Swarbhanu discover the resurrection stone at Kalimath and manage to find the blood stones. They resurrect demon Raktbeej while Sharvari, Dhaigham, Kasar and Dilan fail to stop them. As Raktbeej comes to power, chaos reins in the entire country. Mr. Raghav Sinha from the disaster management office is contacted by Hiranya under guise of Bija financials. The PM asks Mr.
Poonam Desai
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मी ही अशी (Marathi)
Pratima Manik Editor, Hindi & Marathi EI Lifestyle मी ही अशी English Translation “I Am Like This” I am a woman who lives in a world of dreams. I find joy in the smallest of things. The rising sun enchants me, and the setting sun casts a spell over me. A shower of rain soaks me in the blessings of God. I am always lost in the world of stories, novels, films, and plays. These days, children always have a mobile phone in their hands, don’t they?But in my childhood, I always had
Pratima Manik
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The Hidden Clauses in Your Vendor Contracts
Adv. Chandni Barak Legal Consultant Editor, EI Lifestyle Linkedin Profile Substack Blog Contact me : 97111 05110 — Commercial Contracts — You signed it. You trusted it. But buried in the fine print are provisions that may be working silently against you and your vendor knows exactly what they mean. "Most businesses only read their vendor contracts when something goes wrong. By then, they are reading the terms that bind them not the ones that could have protected them." E
Adv. Chandini Barak
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A Recipe Close to My Heart
Aarv Jain 11 years It begins with hunger—but becomes something more.A simple cheese bread turns into a memory, a lesson, and a quiet bond between a mother and child. This story isn’t about cooking. It’s about growing up, sharing love, and discovering pride in the smallest moments. Sometimes, the simplest meals stay with us forever. One day, I was very hungry, and my mother made cheese bread for me. It was so delicious that I still remember its taste. The aroma was amazing, an
Aarv Jain
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When Autumn Fades and Summer Begins
March arrives quietly, carrying the last whispers of autumn in its gentle breeze. The coolness that once lingered in the mornings slowly fades, making way for the growing warmth of summer. Day by day, the sun lingers a little longer, and the air feels lighter, brighter, and full of movement. Sweaters begin to disappear from wardrobes, replaced by airy fabrics and lighter colors that reflect the changing mood of the season. Cafés spill onto sidewalks, parks fill with conversat
Sanskriti Bhargava
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The Power of Quiet Leadership: A Conversation with Srividya
Harinath Strategy & Growth – Reliance Retail; EI Outlook Editor Linkedin Profile Srividya Vaidison , Linkedin A Conversation with Srividya Introduction In the philosophy world, there is a story about the students of Confucius. It is said that when they walked through crowded streets, people could recognize them instantly — even before they spoke. Not because they were famous, but because of the way they carried themselves: calm, composed, and quietly confident. Whenever I se
Harinath K
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The Latent Change
Real Growth is Subtle and hidden Deepalakshmi P Yoga Teacher Email ; Instagram Creative writing & Illustrations by: Harinath During my yoga teacher training, I was introduced to the teachings of Patanjali. In Chapter 1 of the Yogasutras , he mentions two powerful tools required to achieve any goal: Abhyasa (Practice) and Vairagya (Detachment). The idea of Abhyasa felt natural to me. Practice, discipline, and hard work are principles we are all familiar with. They form the b
Deepalakshmi P
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Holi- The festival of colours
Parv Dasani 9 years Holi, the Festival of Colours, is a joyous Indian celebration marking the victory of good over evil. The festival originates from the story of Prahlad, a devotee of Lord Vishnu, who was saved from his evil father Hiranyakashyap and aunt Holika's attempt to kill him in fire. Holika was burned instead due to misusing her fire-immunity boon. Famously known as the festival of colours, Holi is a joyous festival, celebrated across India. It marks the victory of
Parv Dasani
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Kaalika-The Rise of Rakthbeej
Kaalika-The Rise of Raktbeej Poonam Desai Author In the previous chapters, we saw Hiranya Kashyap and his aide Swarbhanu discover the resurrection stone at Kalimath and manage to find the blood stones. They resurrect demon Raktbeej while Sharvari, Dhaigham, Kasar and Dilan fail to stop them. As Raktbeej comes to power, chaos reins in the entire country. Mr. Raghav Sinha from the disaster management office is contacted by Hiranya under guise of Bija financials. The PM asks M
Poonam Desai
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न जाने क्यों
Sandeep Mishra Electrical Engineer, Gold Medalist, Senior Executive, Poet, Tabla Enthusiast. न जाने क्यों न जाने वक्त की कोख में क्या छिपा है आगे क्या होगा , किसी को भी नहीं पता है। न जाने क्यों आदमी भाग रहा है,दौलत के वास्ते साथ न ले जा पायेगा,यह भी उसे पता है । न जाने क्यों ,लोग आपस में मिलते नहीं कल कोई रहे या ना रहे ,यह किसको पता है। न जाने क्यों लोग करते हैं ईर्ष्या दूसरों से जितना नसीब में है वही मिलेगा, सबको पता है। न जाने क्यों लोग खोज रहें सुख भौतिक संसार में
Sandeep Mishra
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अपना घर
Priya Chaturvedi Global Markets Professional, avid reader, finding rhythm in semi-classical dance and expression in Hindi verse. LinkedIn
Priya Chaturvedi
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AGEISM – The New Menace for the Workforce & How to Tackle It
Rati Hegde ( ratihegde@gmail.com ) Mob. No: 9819018240 X ; Facebook Smt. Rati Hegde is a columnist, author, speaker, TV panelist, Social Media influencer and founder member of the Hindu Charter of Demands and Equal Rights for Hindus. Recently her second book “Tales of Bharat – Dharma” was published by Indusscrolls. As per WHO, Ageism refers to the stereotypes (how we think), prejudice (how we feel) and discrimination (how we act) towards others or oneself based on age. The f
Rati Hegde
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Unleashing the power -A step at a time!
Dr. Chaitanya Dasika 9930610218 Research Professional, NMIMS university Google Scholar , Linkedin Evenings at Emerald Isle have always been pleasant and full of life. I barely get a window to visit the garden during early evenings but on the days, I visit I feel energized want to make it a regular practice. The play zone near T6 or the relatively longer walking tracks that EI offer are a treat to the residents who bond and enjoy over a walk or a talk in these lawns. The pl
Dr. Chaitanya Dasika
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Republic Day: - Two States, One Telugu Story
Maa Telugu Thali Group This article brings together voices from our Andhra–Telangana community, who came together during the Republic Day celebrations to represent their culture. What began as a simple act of participation gradually grew into a shared journey—shaped by memories, conversations, and collective effort. Told largely in the participants’ own words, the piece reflects not just what unfolded on stage, but the people and moments behind it. Click Here For Complete Sto
Harinath K
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Two or One Faced?
Samiksha Verma 8th grade. A mirror reveals more than one reflection—innocence and shadow, truth and disguise—inviting us to question which face we show, which we hide, and which quietly defines who we are. A mirror held, a story told, Of faces seen, both new and old. They say we're true, just one to view, But whispers hint, there might be two. A simple soul, an open book, A single face, a gentle look. No hidden depths, no mask to wear, Just honesty, beyond compare. Is it a g
Samiksha Verma
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Where Colour Begins
Mrinalini Khetan 11-year-old , Author and Naturalist A colourful princess escapes her tyrant father to transform a lifeless grey city into something brilliantly alive. Where Colour Begins She spent days trying to climb out of the sky. Her wings were small and useless, so she couldn’t fly. And her feathers were of brilliant hues, much to the Dull King’s rage. The Dull King hated all shades, except for black, beige, and grey. Although the little bird was his own daughter,
Mrinalini Khetan
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The Seed I Carry
Laisha Agarwal, 10 years old This is a poem about a refugees journey in search of safety. This poem captures the emotions of a refugee and how hope guides them like a bright light.
Laisha Agarwal
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