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What Freedom Truly Means
Ivaan Gugnani 9 years

Ivaan Gugnani
Aug 151 min read


बोल के लब आज़ाद हैं तेरे…
Priya Chaturvedi Global Markets Professional, avid reader, finding rhythm in semi-classical dance and expression in Hindi verse. LinkedIn A sharp and witty reflection on the importance of freedom of expression, urging us to think, question and speak up. Through humour and everyday examples, the article reminds us that silence is easy, but finding our voice is essential. "बोल के लब आज़ाद हैं तेरे…" "…बोल ज़ुबान अब तक तेरी है"। फ़ैज़ की कविता है जो बिना लाग-लपेट के हमसे अपनी

Priya Chaturvedi
Aug 153 min read


Freedom Frenzy
Ivaan Gugnani 9 years Think you know a lot about India’s freedom struggle? It’s time to put your skills to the test with this quiz. 1.Complete this Mahatma Gandhi quote: “Be the _______ that you wish to see in the world” 2. How many times was Jawaharlal Nehru jailed? A) 0 B) 100 C) 9 D) 2 3. How was Bhagat Singh killed by the British? A) He was shot in a protest B) He was hanged C) He caught a disease in jail D) He was guillotined 4. True or false: Batukeshwar Dutt was execut

Ivaan Gugnani
Aug 151 min read


The evolving nature of the footballing relationship between France and its former colonies
Photo by Jannik on Unsplash Avnish Anand LinkedIn; Medium Why Achraf Hakimi and Ayyoub Bouaddi are torch bearers for future French footballers of multicultural origins On June 13th, Morocco’s 18 year old wonder kid midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi announced himself to the larger world. In a commanding performance at the heart of Morrocco’s midfield, he completely dominated the likes of Casemiro and Fabinho. While football nerds and talent scouts have known about him for a while, thi

Avnish Anand
Aug 155 min read


How to Find Happiness in Everyday Life
Dr. Devyani Rozario Website We live in a culture obsessed with the milestone. From an early age, we are conditioned to believe that happiness is a destination. We can get it exclusively in grand achievements – landing a dream job, purchasing a perfect home, finding a soulmate, having a great holiday in an exotic destination and so on. Most of us spend our lives looking over the horizon, treating the present moment as a mere stepping stone to a better, more fulfilled future.

Dr. Devyani Rozario
Jul 126 min read


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
Jun 273 min read


5 Things to Let Go for a Better Life
Dr. Devyani Rozario Website “I have told him a thousand times to put his dirty clothes in the basket, but he won’t!” Meena vented, her voice weary with frustration. “I do everything for him, yet he doesn’t even look at me; he stares at his phone when I’m speaking. It’s like he doesn’t respect me. Why can’t he just listen?” Meena is a devoted mother, but she is also exhausted. She is trapped in a cycle of frustration because she believes a clean house is the only path to a ha

Dr. Devyani Rozario
May 94 min read


EI Malayali Community Get Together
Presented by EI Malayali Community WhatsApp Creative writing by: Divya Sreejith Event Details Date: 26th April 2026 Venue: MPH, Club House 2 Participants: 90 From longing to belonging — Kerala found its home at Emerald Isle. For eight years at Emerald Isle, witnessing vibrant community celebrations like Ganpati, Durga Puja, and Holi always sparked a deep-seated longing for an event that honored the rich heritage of "God’s own country”. The long overdue journey began in 2025

Divya Sreejith
May 82 min read


Have you lost control of your life?
Dr. Devyani Rozario Website You post a photo of a moment you truly cherish – a trek, a meal, a sunset – and then, five minutes later, you’re refreshing the feed. If the “likes” don’t roll in, that beautiful memory starts to feel a little less bright. It’s a strange trap, isn’t it? You go for the trek because you love the mountains, but you end up letting a silent comment section decide if the trip was a “success.” Have you lost control of your life? The Digital Chorus We liv

Dr. Devyani Rozario
Apr 115 min read


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
Mar 149 min read


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
Feb 145 min read


EI Dance Night: A Stage, A Dream, A Beginning
Namita Bhatia Dance Night WhatsApp A Platform Born from Passion Namaste, It gives me immense happiness to share that on 17th January , we successfully launched a platform for folk and classical dance within the EI family . “Every time I perform, I feel on top of the world—revisiting my school memories and the days of Vividh Bharti radio.” As a child, I was very passionate about dance and music. Emerald Isle already has a beautiful musical platform. I do participate—though my

Namita Bhatia
Feb 83 min read


Storytelling: From Bedtimes to Boardrooms
Neha Suradkar Co- Founder of YOGEE Beauty & Wellness Pvt Ltd Assistant Professor (Fashion History, Styling) LinkedIn Fashion and Design Educator, Entrepreneur, Style Coach™ and Advocate of Timeless Thinking (The oldest human skill that defines success in the modern workplace) Once Upon a Time… Before communication skills became a résumé essential, stories were our first teachers. We were told stories at bedtime, in classrooms, during power cuts, and at the dinner table. We l

Neha Suradkar
Dec 13, 20253 min read


The Teachers Who Made Me the Teacher I Am
Umme Salmaa Bharmal Your Artist friend & Art facilator Linkedin Profile Substack Blog Contact me at: 9920492453 Today (5th September) is...

Umme Salmaa Bharmal
Sep 6, 20252 min read


Stop Empowering Women. Start Retraining Men
Dilpreeta Vasudeva CMO at FirstLiving Spaces Linkedin ; Website ; Instagram We’ve spent years talking about inclusion like it’s a...

Dilpreeta Vasudeva
Sep 6, 20252 min read


Are You Stuck with A Person Who Is in B.E.D. Mode?
Dr. Devyani Rozario Corporate Professional/Academician/Soft skills Trainer/Happiness Coach,/Life Coach/Ex State President Maharashtra...

Dr. Devyani Rozario
Sep 6, 20253 min read


Women’s Wellness Series - Your First Rep to Confidence- Part 1
Harinath Fitness Enthusiast Linkedin Profile ; EI Outlook Editor Featuring: - Heena Khan Co - Founder of NIFS ( Instagram , 9137193765...

Harinath K
Aug 9, 20253 min read


Designing the Future? Start with the Past
Neha Suradkar Co- Founder of YOGEE Beauty & Wellness Pvt Ltd Assistant Professor (Fashion History, Styling) LinkedIn Fashion and Design...

Neha Suradkar
Aug 9, 20254 min read


From Soil to Soul- Deepening Our Root Chakra Connection
Neelu Sunil Kalra Yoga Instructor, Yoga Institute, Mumbai LinkedIn Profile Website What are Chakras? Chakras, a Sanskrit word meaning...

Neelu Sunil Kalra
Aug 9, 20255 min read


The Eco Crusaders of EI: Leading a Quiet Revolution
Lavanya Karthik Madhuri Parthasarathy Dipti Kapadia, Dipali Vyas and Rani, Sakshi, Namita EI Eco Crusaders Team Reachout to Us How a...

Dipali Vyas
Jul 5, 20252 min read
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