Dear Aditya Srivastava, Warm greetings to you! I hope this message finds you basking in the glow of your outstanding achievement. I extend my heartfelt congratulations on securing the first rank in the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2023, alongside Animesh Pradhan at All India Rank 2 and Donuru Ananya Reddy at the third spot….
Nostalgia is a bittersweet muse. Nostalgics are storytellers of the past, as they dwell in an era gone by. Desolate hanker (desire) back tracking frugal episodes to their lives and this conundrum is endless. Endless materialistic leaps stumbled mumbled when covid barged in. Ramanand Sagar was bought back and so was Dekh Bhai Dekh and…
Dear Sudha Murty Madamji, I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. Firstly, I extend my heartfelt congratulations on your nomination to the Rajya Sabha by President Droupadi Murmu. Your journey from a humble beginning in Shiggaon, Haveri District, North Karnataka, to becoming a renowned philanthropist, author, and now a member…
Integrating analytical games into daily routines and family activities can significantly enhance children’s learning experiences and foster a culture of playfulness at home. We play many games like 9 Men’s Morris, Chess and Ludo with our children to enhance analytical skills and problem-solving skills. Why Should We Play Board Games? Play serves as more than…
A successful leader must be highly motivated, a team worker, an independent thinker and be tremendously focused and disciplined in his thought process, decision making and communication strategy. A master tea maker Once perched on a hill top was a consummate tea maker. His virtuosity in the craft was unparalleled. Serpentine queues of curious onlookers,…
Change brings us new possibilities. You grow and learn different things every time something changes. You explore new things about different aspects of your life. You get to find out who you really are. Change helps us move forward. The more we embrace change, the stronger we become. When you make little changes, it can…
In the journey of raising children, one of the most enriching experiences is witnessing their growth and development. As parents, we constantly seek ways to nurture their skills, encourage their curiosity, and foster their cognitive abilities. Amidst this endeavor, the role of games cannot be overstated. Games offer more than just entertainment; they provide a…
Authenticity is when you say and do things you actually believe. It is about being real to yourself and your beliefs. It leads to happiness and fulfillment in life. Embrace your strengths. Explore your values. The choice to let our true selves be seen. Living authentically involves knowing well who you are and what abilities…
Courage is moving forward, when you fear what’s ahead. Everything you need is within you, courage and strength to change your life. Your courage is your life. Courage helps you face challenges in life. Embrace your fears. It pushes you to move, sometimes into the unknown. It comes when you love yourself for who you…
Last evening, our flight ran into real turbulent weather as we were approaching Raipur. The pilot swerved several times and rose into the stratosphere. With near zero visibility at Raipur, he also announced that we may have to land at some other airfield. The jerks were unbearable. We all were praying. 40 minutes airborne and…