Parv Dasani 9 years 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 I am always jumping from question to question Very clumsy though, always dropping things Always disturbed by noises, like the bell going ding-ding My hobby is primarily reading Joined by cricket and drawing Piano, chess and football follow These are stable, not hollow This is who I am I am generous and never get anyone scammed I am usually calm and kind I am a studious, 9-year-old child

Sanskriti Bhargava HFSI, XI grade Writing, EI Kids Conner Editor I am a curious mind and a thoughtful observer, someone who finds beauty in small details and meaning in quiet moments. I ask questions, explore ideas, and turn imagination into creativity. I believe growth is a continuous journey shaped by resilience, empathy, and self-reflection. I choose authenticity over approval and courage over comfort, even when the path feels uncertain. As Oscar Wilde wisely said, “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.”  This reminds me to honor my individuality and trust my own voice. I am not afraid of change, because every challenge helps me learn, evolve, and understand myself more deeply. I am still becoming—patiently learning, bravely growing, and confidently shaping a future that reflects who I truly am.

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 jar of pickles, a sad lime, and enough cheddar to keep a Wisconsin artisan in business. I didn’t need to make dinner; I needed a miracle, or at least a snack that wasn't a spoonful of peanut butter. Suddenly, the vague thought, "I’ll just throw some mac and cheese together," erupted into a full-blown culinary mission. I didn't have a recipe, I didn't have heavy cream, and I certainly didn't have the patience to make a roux that didn’t look like lumpy beige mortar. But what I did have was a desperate hunger and a reckless belief in the power of dairy. I boiled the noodles until they were "somewhere between al dente and mush," threw in a reckless amount of butter, and decided to just melt whatever cheese I had in a saucepan. "It’ll probably taste like melted plastic and regret," I mumbled, eyeing the oily mixture as I added way too much black pepper to mask potential failure. I dumped the cheese-sludge onto the noodles and stirred it with a fork. It looked… okay. It was just an accidental, last-minute, "I have no idea what I’m doing" meal. I took the first bite, prepared to weep over wasted cheese. Instead, I froze. It was—against all laws of science and my own culinary track record—absolutely incredible. It was impossibly creamy, ridiculously cheesy, and had that slight, glorious tang from the random sharp cheddar I’d used. The " black pepper mistake " actually made it taste like a fancy, gourmet bistro dish. I sat on the kitchen floor eating it straight out of the pot, basking in the glory of the greatest accidental meal of my life. I’ll never forget it, mostly because I have since tried to recreate it six times and failed spectacularly every single time. It was a 10-minute wonder born of chaos, the culinary equivalent of winning the lottery without buying a ticket.

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 the street? They sing of love, but never stay back to wipe a toddler’s mess. “It’s not my thing,” they sigh, “my life is beauty alone.” Socrates knew— no place for poets in the new world. Practical? Never. Delusional? Always. And here I am, mocking poetry in a poem, waiting for poets to nod. My fellow poets chuckle, “Buddy, you exaggerate— the world isn’t that cruel.” So I hurl back these words: “Don’t be an ostrich!” Now spin your own verse, or ask the machines— these days, even they write better than us.

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 can be a powerful window to nurture not just skills, but thinking, creativity, emotional strength, and confidence in children.   Because childhood isn’t just about staying occupied — it’s about becoming.   The Shift: From Activity to Awareness   Today’s parents are increasingly looking beyond traditional summer engagements. The focus is gently shifting from:   Keeping children busy → to keeping them engaged Learning what to think → to learning how to think Consuming content → to creating experiences   This is where the idea of mindful, holistic summer experiences comes in — spaces where children explore, express, and evolve.   What Truly Enriches a Child’s Summer?   The most meaningful summer activities often blend joy with growth. Think of a day where a child:   Starts with movement (like yoga or dance) Dives into stories and imagination Creates something with their hands Plays, collaborates, and laughs in a group Learns to express emotions and build confidence   Add a splash of swimming or even exposure to a new language, and suddenly summer becomes a beautiful mix of learning + living.   The Magic of “Roots & Wings” 🌈   Imagine giving your child both:   Roots — grounding them with values, awareness, and emotional strength Wings — helping them express, explore, and grow with confidence   That’s exactly what thoughtfully designed summer experiences aim to do.   Over a few weeks, children don’t just attend sessions — they transform:   •   Shy children begin to speak up •   Creative sparks turn into confident expression •   Screen time naturally reduces •   Friendships and teamwork blossom.   In the End, It’s About the Feeling   Years later, children won’t remember every class they attended.   But they will remember:   The joy of creating something new The confidence of speaking up The friendships they made The feeling of being seen, heard, and encouraged   And that’s what makes a summer truly unforgettable.  A Little Something for Our Community   And the best part — a thoughtfully curated, mindful summer experience inspired by these very ideas is now coming to life right here in our society. Introducing: EI Roots & Wings A Mindful, Holistic Summer Experience After an incredible journey with our batch of 2025 (see our favorite moments below!), we are thrilled to open doors for another season of transformation. We invite your child to step away from the screens and into a space of awareness and expression. Our curriculum is designed to give children Roots (values and emotional grounding) and Wings  (the confidence to explore and fly). The Daily Flow (11:00 AM – 2:00 PM): Mindful Starts:  Yoga, breathwork, and movement. Creative Immersion:  Storytelling, art, and hands-on making. Social Connection:  Collaborative play, laughter, and confidence building. Weekly Themes: Week 1: Calm & Confident Me (4 May -8 May) Week 2: Little Creators Club (11 May -15 May) Week 3: Nature Explorers (18 May -22 May) Week 4:  Kind Hearts & Happy Minds (25 May - 29 May) Week 5: Brave Voices & Bright Wings (1 June- 5 June)   If this resonates with what you’ve been looking for, it might be worth exploring for your child. 🌈✨   Flexible Enrollment:  Join us for the full 5-week journey, or pick the specific weeks that fit your family’s vacation plans!   Click to Fill out the form to register your child:   Or you can directly call Simar at +91 7814044119.   Flexible Enrollment:  Join us for the full 5-week journey, or pick the specific weeks that fit your family’s vacation plans! Feedback from Previous Workshops

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 was not born out of a structured business plan. It began with a personal experience. Like many modern women managing multiple roles, I often found myself searching for snacks that were both satisfying and nourishing. The challenge became more visible during social gatherings. The food was always familiar—fried, heavy, and comforting—but rarely something that felt balanced or nutritious. This led to a simple question: Why can’t party food be both enjoyable and wholesome? The answer came in the form of hummus. Hummus, a classic Mediterranean dip made from chickpeas, offers a rare combination—it is naturally rich in protein, high in fiber, and adaptable to different tastes and occasions. Despite these strengths, it has not yet become a regular part of Indian snacking habits. That gap became an opportunity. The Humm Story was created with a clear purpose—to make snacking, especially during social occasions, more thoughtful without losing the joy of indulgence. Each batch of hummus is prepared with a focus on both taste and nutrition. The intention is not to take away indulgence, but to give it a better meaning. Food, after all, is more than just sustenance. It brings people together, shapes conversations, and creates memories. Whether it’s a house party, an evening snack, or a quick bite between meetings, the idea is to make these moments feel complete—without compromise. The Humm Story is not just about introducing a product. It reflects a shift in how we approach food. A shift where choices are mindful, yet enjoyable. Where taste and well-being can exist together. Because the most meaningful stories are often shared over food—and even more so when that food makes you feel just as good after. Reflection Do you often find yourself choosing between taste and health while snacking? What would change if your everyday indulgences felt both satisfying and balanced? How can small food choices influence your larger lifestyle habits? The Humm Story is built on a simple belief—indulgence does not have to come with compromise. It is about making better choices feel natural, enjoyable, and part of everyday life. One dip at a time, it invites us to rethink how we snack, share, and celebrate food.

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. Sinha to contact DIG Pandey. They have a meeting with Sharvari and Kasar. Mr Sinha and DIG Pandey are shocked to learn about who was behind Raktbeej. They are now banking on Dilan and Dhaigham to find a solution. Meanwhile Hiranya and the demon Raktbeej have raised the bar. Chapter 15 Dilan and Dhaigham had spent days and nights going through the scriptures of the great battle and all the history of Mahasimha, but not one gave them the answer to how they could defeat Raktbeej. At the lunch table, Dilan picked at his food. Dhaigham had noticed that after their phone call with Sharvari, Dilan had become pensive. He caressed Dilan’s head and said, “Don’t worry yourself so much. When the time comes Devi Maa will guide the way.” “At the temple, despite the powers the Devi bestowed upon me, I couldn’t stop Hiranya. He was able to raise the demon because I failed at my duties. Look at the mayhem he is causing around our country. How are we ever going to rise from this calamity?” Dhaigham looked at the pictures of his ancestors on the wall of their old house. “They all awaited their destiny, but only you got the opportunity to fulfil the vows they took. That is an honour and you at your tender age have done your best to face this challenge. But every battle has its path. The skirmishes will turn to war and there will be a lot of collateral loss. Then the war will taper and one side will lose. But the side that wins also isn’t spared. They also suffer loss and injury and need time to come to terms with the victory.” Dilan pursed his lips. “If you are cheering me up, you aren’t doing a very good job.” Dhaigham smiled at his grandson, “I am not here to encourage you or put you down. I am here to tell you that the path is already paved, walking down the length is your duty. Dealing with whatever happens alongside and not leaving the path is your strength.” Dilan got up, his food still untouched. “I need some air.” He stormed out of the house and ended up at the temple. He leaned into the walls. The cold black stones were a relief to the burning anger within him. He sat there till the sun set and darkness began to fall. Just beyond the temple walls a small light shone. It was like a flame. It formed and dissipated like a mirage. Dilan reached out to touch it but it moved away. It appeared again into the woods on the border of their village. He followed it. The flame kept disappearing and reappearing as if directing him. The flame finally stopped near an old Banyan tree and hovered burning brighter than before. Dilan hadn’t walked through the woods before. He had not seen the tree before. As the flame shown he saw a small shrine buried into the dangling roots of the tree. He pulled at the roots. It was stone carving of a Narsimha, sitting in a meditative mudra. He dusted the statue and peered under the light of the flame. In front of the meditating form, lay a page and a inkpot, and two astras – Parashu (axe) and Trishul (Trident). While he pondered on the depiction, a light wind blew away the leaves lying before the stone. The earth there had claw marks. “That is weird, no one has been here in ages, where did the claw marks come from?” Dilan wondered. The light that had hovered above now floated down and began beaming over the soil. Dilan raised his eyebrows. “Anyways, we crossed over ‘weird’ way before,” he said and began digging. An hour later he found a scroll, the head of a trident and the blade of a Parashu buried within. He collected the things, carried them back to his house. Dhaigham was sitting on the Verandah waiting for him. “Where had you disappeared?” Dilan put the objects on table in the living space and sits. He narrates the whole incident to Dhaigham. They both sit in silence staring at the objects. “Now what?” Dhaigham picks the scroll and answers, “Lets read the scroll.” नवरात्रि-उत्सवस्य सप्तमी-तिथि-दिने, मोम-चन्द्रस्य सप्तमी-दिने, यदा अराजकता तस्य चरमसीमायां भवति, अन्धकारः च पृथिव्यां राज करोति, तदा रक्तबीजः स्वस्य शक्ति-शिखरे भविष्यति। माँ कालरात्री उत्थाय तस्याः त्रिसुल परशुना सह रक्तबीजस्य प्रत्येकं बिन्दुं पिबन् मारयिष्यन्ति। (On the Saptami tithi of the navratri festival, the seventh day of the waxing moon, when chaos is at its charamseema and darkness reigns earth, Raktbeej will be at the peak of his power. Maa Kaalratri will rise and with her Trisul and Parashu kill Raktbeej drinking every drop of his blood.) “Maa Kaalratri will rise? It happened before, will it happen in today’s world? And who is the Avatar of Durga now?” Dilan wondered. After a moment of silence they both stared at each other. “Sharvari?” they said in unison.

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 a book in mine. Every written word mesmerizes me. Learning and teaching are my passions. The sight of textbooks gives me a strange excitement. While teaching children, I lose myself in a unique kind of joy. I love gathering friends and family for long conversations. I truly enjoy cooking different dishes and sharing them with others. But cleaning, household chores, and sewing are things I do not enjoy at all. My day begins with a hot cup of tea, accompanied by a newspaper. I may solve puzzles or read a beautiful short story. Reading lovely poems, watching good films, and enjoying plays…make life feel complete. — Pratima Manik मी एक स्वप्न विश्वात जगणारी स्त्री आहे . छोट्या छोट्या गोष्टीत मला आनंद वाटतो . उगवतां सूर्य मला भुलवतो, मावळता सूर्य माझ्या वर जादू करतो . पावसाची सर मला ईश्वराच्या आशीर्वादाने ओलेचींब करते . मी नेहमी कथा, कादंबऱ्या, सिनेमा , नाटके ह्या स्वप्न विश्वात रमते . हल्ली मुलांच्या हातात मोबाईल असतो नां? लहानपणी माझ्या हातात सतत पुस्तक असायचे . प्रत्येक लिहिलेला शब्द मला भुलवतो . शिकणे व शिकवणे हा माझा छंद आहे. अभ्यासाची पुस्तके पाहिली की मला नशा चढते . मुलांना शिकवताना मी वेगळ्याच आनंदात तल्लीन होते . मित्र मैत्रिणी व नातेवाईक जमवून गप्पा मारायला आवडतात . वेगवेगळे पदार्थ करून खायला व खाऊ घालायला खूप आवडते . साफसफाई , घरकाम, शिवण - टिपणं अशा गोष्टी मुळीच आवडत नाही . माझा दिवस उजाडतो तो एका गरम कप चहा नी . त्या बरोबर एक वर्तमानपत्र असते . कोडी सोडवावी किंवा एखादी सुंदरशी नवलकथा वाचावी . छानश्या कविता वाचाव्यात , चांगले सिनेमा बघावे, नाटके पहावी…..जीवन कृतकृत्य वाटते. प्रतिमा माणिक

Seerat Tiwari Loves singing, dancing and Writing Foods Perspective You crunch & munch all day, You don’t even care if we will stay. You eat during day & in night, We cant even complain or show our right. If you are hungry we are on our way, But if you eat too much you will have to pay. Some of us are good some of us are bad, But each one of us have nutrients such as carbohydrate, protein & fat. We were once small just like you, But we kept on dying as we grew. No one can live without our strength, We help control your weight & your length. Just call our name & we will be there, But always remember to enjoy & share.

Sandeep Mishra Electrical Engineer, Gold Medalist, Senior Executive, Poet, Tabla Enthusiast. गर्मी का मौसम आया है फिर से गर्मी का मौसम हर्षित हुए सब बच्चे ,स्कूल हुए अब बंद। इन गर्मी की छुट्टी में,बच्चे करें अब मस्ती खायें कुल्फी आइसक्रीम,पीयें जी भर लस्सी। ये गर्मी का मौसम हम सबको है भाये छुट्टी मनाने को हम सब ,पर्यटन को जाएं हिल स्टेशन,झील तलाब,लगते हैं मन को अच्छे जो‌ न बाहर जा सके ,वे गर्मी में हैं तपते। तरबूज खरबूज और आम,इस मौसम में आयें तन की गर्मी कम करने को खीरा ककड़ी खायें। खीरा ककड़ी खाने से रहता है तन हल्का जलजीरा ,मठ्ठा पीने से रहे पाचन अच्छा। आओ हम सब मिलकर , गर्मी का जश्न मनाएं तपती गर्मी को भी हम खुशी-खुशी अपनाएं।   संदीप मिश्रा

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."   Every business, at some point, receives a vendor contract a thick document sent over by a supplier, a software company, a logistics partner, or a service provider. The instinct, especially under commercial pressure, is to skim the key terms: price, delivery, payment schedule. Sign. And move on. This is one of the most costly habits in business. Vendor contracts are rarely neutral documents. They are drafted by the vendor's lawyers, for the vendor's benefit. Buried beneath the standard-looking clauses are provisions carefully designed to limit liability, shift risk, lock you in, and quietly erode protections you assumed were yours. The good news is that once you know what to look for, these clauses are not invisible they are just overlooked. Here are the most common hidden clauses I encounter in vendor agreements, and what they actually mean for your business.   Clause 01 The Automatic Renewal Trap Most businesses expect a contract to end when its term expires. Many vendor contracts include an automatic renewal clause sometimes called an 'evergreen clause' ĺlthat silently rolls over the agreement for another term (often 12 months) unless you send written notice of termination within a very specific window, sometimes as short as 30 to 60 days before expiry.   CLAUSE 01  ·  WATCH THIS Automatic Renewal / Evergreen Clause How It Typically Reads: “This Agreement shall automatically renew for successive periods of twelve (12) months unless either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least sixty (60) days prior to the end of the then-current term.” ⚠ Watch out: Miss the 60-day window by even a day, and you are locked into another full year — with no exit except a formal breach or negotiation.   Mark renewal dates in your calendar the day you sign. Set a reminder 90 days before. This one habit alone can save you from contracts you no longer want but cannot legally exit. Clause 02 The Unilateral Price Revision Clause You agreed to a price. What you may not have agreed to consciously is giving your vendor the right to change that price during the contract term. A unilateral price revision clause allows the vendor to increase fees on notice, sometimes as little as 30 days, with your continued use of the service treated as acceptance.   CLAUSE 02  ·  WATCH THIS Unilateral Price Revision Clause How It Typically Reads: “The Company reserves the right to modify its fees at any time upon thirty (30) days’ written notice to the Customer. Continued use of the Services following such notice shall constitute acceptance of the revised fees.” ⚠ Watch out: If you depend on this vendor and cannot switch in 30 days, you have no real choice but to accept the increase — which the clause weaponises against you.   Push for a cap on annual price increases e.g., limited to CPI or a fixed percentage or a right to terminate without penalty if prices increase beyond an agreed threshold.   “A contract is not just a record of what you agreed to — it is a blueprint for what happens when things go wrong. Most businesses only discover this blueprint during a dispute.” Clause 03 The Limitation of Liability Labyrinth This is perhaps the most consequential hidden clause in any commercial agreement. Nearly every vendor contract contains a limitation of liability clause that caps what the vendor owes you if they fail to deliver often to just the fees paid in the preceding one to three months. When your loss runs into lakhs or crores, this clause makes your legal remedy nearly worthless.   CLAUSE 03  ·  WATCH THIS Limitation of Liability Clause How It Typically Reads: “In no event shall either party’s total aggregate liability exceed the fees paid by the Customer in the three (3) months immediately preceding the event giving rise to the claim.” ⚠ Watch out: A vendor who causes you ₹50 lakh in losses may be legally obligated to pay you only ₹30,000 — three months of a ₹10,000 monthly subscription. Courts generally uphold these clauses.   Negotiate for carve-outs: gross negligence, fraud, IP infringement, and data breaches should always be excluded from the liability cap. Insist on a minimum meaningful cap ideally the total annual contract value.   Clause 04 The “Right to Modify” Clause in Tech & SaaS Contracts In software and SaaS agreements especially, vendors routinely include a clause permitting them to modify, discontinue, or alter features of their product at any time, with no corresponding right for you to exit without penalty. You signed up for a product. That product can change substantially and your contract may not protect you.   CLAUSE 04  ·  WATCH THIS Right to Modify / Discontinue Features How It Typically Reads: “The Company reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time without liability to Customer.” ⚠ Watch out: If a feature you rely on is removed, you may have no contractual remedy — and no right to leave without paying the remaining term.   Insist on a clause that entitles you to terminate without penalty and receive a pro-rated refund if any material feature or functionality is discontinued.   Clause 05 The Indemnity Landmine Indemnity clauses require one party to compensate the other for specific losses. In vendor contracts, they are often heavily asymmetric: you indemnify the vendor against a wide range of claims arising from your use of their service, while their indemnity to you is narrow or absent. Read them carefully you may have agreed to defend and pay for the vendor's legal costs in disputes you had nothing to do with.   CLAUSE 05  ·  WATCH THIS Asymmetric Indemnity Clause How It Typically Reads: “Customer shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of or related to Customer’s use of the Service or breach of this Agreement.” ⚠ Watch out: Broad language like 'arising out of or related to' can sweep in claims you never anticipated — including third-party claims against the vendor that are only tangentially connected to your use.   Ensure indemnity obligations are mutual and proportionate. Add qualifiers: claims must arise from your proven breach or negligence, not merely your 'use.' Cap your indemnity exposure. Clause 06 The Dispute Resolution Detour Where your disputes will be resolved and under whose law has enormous practical consequences. Vendor contracts frequently specify foreign governing law and jurisdiction, or a dispute resolution forum that is expensive, distant, or operationally inaccessible. For Indian businesses contracting with international vendors, this clause can make a legitimate legal claim economically unviable.   CLAUSE 06  ·  WATCH THIS Foreign Governing Law & Jurisdiction Clause How It Typically Reads: “This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Delaware. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Delaware, USA.” ⚠ Watch out: Pursuing a dispute in a foreign jurisdiction can cost more than the claim is worth — which is precisely what this clause is designed to ensure.   Negotiate for Indian governing law and either Indian court jurisdiction or a neutral arbitration clause SIAC, ICC, or DIAC with a seat in India or Singapore. Even if you cannot change the governing law, ensure the forum is practical for you to access. Your Vendor Contract Review Checklist ☐  Identify renewal date & notice window ☐  Confirm governing law & dispute forum ☐  Check for unilateral price change rights ☐  Look for IP ownership clauses on your data ☐  Review the liability cap and exceptions ☐  Identify termination rights and exit costs ☐  Map out all indemnity obligations ☐  Find any non-solicitation obligations ☐  Check modification & discontinuation rights ☐  Check data processing & confidentiality terms In Closing A Contract Is a Risk Document, Not a Formality The clauses described above are not exotic legal constructs. They appear in standard vendor agreements across industries IT services, logistics, marketing platforms, SaaS tools, facility management, and beyond. They are standard because they work. Vendors use them because most counterparties do not read carefully, and courts largely uphold what was signed. The answer is not to stop signing vendor contracts. It is to stop treating them as formalities. A one-hour review by a commercial lawyer before signing is almost always cheaper than the dispute it prevents. And when you do negotiate — negotiate on the clauses that matter: the liability cap, the termination rights, the indemnity scope, and the dispute forum. These are the clauses that will define your options when the relationship goes wrong. Because eventually, every long-term vendor relationship gets tested. When it does, the document you signed in a hurry will be the document that governs your future.   —  A Word from the Author  — If your vendor or supplier contracts have not been reviewed recently, a legal audit can reveal significant exposure before it becomes a dispute. Small changes at the drafting stage can prevent large problems later. Chandni  —  Attorney at Law.

Arvind Pawar Co-founder of Hyperlink Health Linkedin Dr. Kavitha Madhuri Ph.D. in Gynaecological Oncology ; LinkedIn The Problem Nobody Talks About You've tried the diets. You've hit the gym. Your friend lost 10 kilos on the exact same program that barely moved the needle for you. Most weight loss programs treat everyone like we're built the same way. We're not. Your metabolism, how your body stores fat, even when you get hungry, these things are partially written in your DNA. Two people eating identical meals and doing identical workouts can have completely different results because their genes are telling their bodies to handle food and energy differently. If you've struggled with weight your whole life or hit plateaus no matter what you try, your genes might be part of the explanation. Here's the good news: knowing this gives you power. The Science That Changes Everything Scientists have found over 127 genes influencing how your body manages weight. You don't need to understand all of them, just the ones that matter for you. Take the FTO gene. People with certain versions tend to feel hungrier and store more fat. But physical activity can reduce its effect by about 30 percent. That's measurable change from something you can control. The MC4R gene controls appetite signals. If your version makes you prone to overeating, you might do better with frequent smaller meals instead of three big ones. Someone else with a different MC4R variant might thrive on intermittent fasting. Same strategy doesn't work for everyone, and now you know why. Your genes also influence how you process different foods. Some people metabolize high-protein diets better; others respond more effectively to lower-fat approaches. This isn't willpower. This is biology. When you eat in a way matching your genetics, weight loss gets easier because you're working with your body, not against it. Genomics Meets Real Life Precision wellness means taking a genetic test, understanding what it means for you personally, and adjusting three specific things: what you eat, when you move, and when you sleep. Hyperlink shows how this works. They combine genetic data with real-time monitoring of how your body responds. One person sees great results with high protein; another's body responds better to moderate protein with complex carbs. The system tracks this and adjusts. Physical activity works the same way. Certain genetic variants mean you'll get better results from strength training; others respond better to cardio. Your circadian rhythm genes determine whether you're a morning exerciser or night exerciser. Forcing yourself to do the opposite makes everything harder. Sleep ties everything together. Your genes influence when you naturally want to sleep and when your body prefers to eat. When meal timing aligns with your circadian rhythm genes, everything gets easier, weight loss, energy, even hunger levels. What You Can Do Today Get your genes tested for metabolic panels. You don't need a full genome sequence. A targeted genetic test looking at obesity-related variants (like FTO, MC4R, LEPR) costs less in India and gives you actual information to work with. Hyperlink picks up those results to a dietitian trained in nutrigenomics. They'll translate your genes into specific eating patterns matching your biology. It might mean more protein, fewer carbs, different meal timing, or something completely different. Start one small change based on your genetics. If your genes suggest high-protein works better, add lean protein to one meal daily and track how you feel in two weeks. What's Coming Next AI is about to make this even more personalized. New systems combine genetic data with real-time metabolic tracking from wearables, creating custom recommendations that adjust daily. Within a few years, your smartwatch will tell you specifically what to eat and when to move based on your unique genetic profile. Personalized nutrition approaches produce 38-40 percent better weight loss than generic programs. Your genes aren't destiny. They are your information. And your genetic information is power. Stop fighting your biology. Start working with it. Building Precision Wellness for Real Families Here's Hyperlink’s perspective: staying well isn't about waiting for something to go wrong. It's about choosing continuity, for yourself and for the people who depend on you. Preventive care using genomic insights means catching what works for your body before problems pile up. This is where platforms like Hyperlink come in. Built by passionate individuals, Hyperlink is designed to support real lives, real families, and real health decisions, helping you track and maintain your long-term wellness at precision scale. Think of it as the bridge between your genetic information and using it. With the upcoming launch of Hyperlink, families get something that's been missing: coordination. You can store your genetic test results, access your medical records securely, and get guidance that's clear, human, and personalized. Hyperlink learns your genetic profile and reminds you about screenings relevant to your family's history. More importantly, it coordinates care across generations, so your kids aren't repeating the same weight struggles you faced if you catch your genetics early. Healthcare stops being fragmented and becomes manageable.   Learn more at: https://www.hyperlink.health/  or reach us on arvind.pawar@hyperlink.health