I Spoke Up Against Sexist Remarks On Facebook; What Followed Was Worse
I am a strong independent woman who has been fortunate to have a privileged upbringing. One would assume, I live a more secure life. Yet, I have faced harassment and cyber bullying. While I don't...
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5 Reasons Why Sushma Swaraj's Defence Is Untenable
The discomfort all around about the allegations that have now surfaced against Sushma Swaraj is palpable. Even opposition parties are treading a careful line instead of an aggressive all-out attack....
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Board To Death: The Story Of A Corporate Demise
We were in absolute-absolute awe of TESCO during my days in the UK. The retailer had established itself as an exceedingly efficient company, churning out quarter on quarter of phenomenal growth. It...
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India Has Wrapped Up Operation Maitri, But Nepal Still Needs Our Help
Last week India announced the end of Operation Maitri, the earthquake relief effort initiated by the country in Nepal. Operation Maitri was launched within hours of the devastating earthquake that...
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Of Life, Of Choices And The Evolution Of The Stay-At-Home Mom
A woman fresh into motherhood was told by her midwife that along with the joys of motherhood comes the dreaded mother's guilt as a package deal. This kind of takes me back to my very first blog in...
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Why AAP And Nestle Aren't All That Different
Like Maggi, AAP is in a soup. Like Nestle, AAP is facing a crisis of credibility. Like Maggi, most of us loved AAP at some point in time. Even those who detest the political AAP, flirted with the...
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Chak De India: Let's Give Hockey A Chance
"Iss desh mein ghar-ghar khel sakte hain, politics khel sakte hain, cricket khel sakte hain, but hockey? Hockey nahin". Shah Rukh Khan's pungent dialogue from his sports drama film Chak De India makes...
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How Women In India And The US Are Starkly Similar
"We need women at all levels, including the top, to change the dynamic, reshape the conversation, to make sure women's voices are heard and heeded, not overlooked and ignored." -- Sheryl Sandberg As I...
View ArticleMovies Every Entrepreneur Must Watch For Inspiration
Being an entrepreneur is no easy task. Even after going through the troublesome and difficult process of setting up your dream company, entrepreneurs face hurdles at every step. Sometimes, they can...
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At Puri, It's Time For The Gods To Be Reborn
This summer, give regular getaways a miss to witness the grand celebration of Nabakalebara in Puri, Orissa. This occasion, which usually takes place every 19 years (it was last celebrated in 1996),...
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How We Can Transform The 'Ramayana' Into A Gender-Equal Epic
Is it a story, or history? Is it fiction, semi-fiction or non-fiction? The Ramayana, despite being an epic with a relatively straightforward plot, has always spawned complex debates in Indian society....
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Crisis Presents Opportunities To Rebuild Resilient, Equitable Health Systems...
More than one month ago when the first earthquake tore across the Himalayan country of Nepal, it caused injury, death and destruction. The fact that this earthquake was anticipated for some time now...
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Pictures: Kolkata's Brutal Heatwave
In a recent trip to Kolkata in May, I captured some images on the streets of Kolkata during a pretty mean heatwave. Temperatures reached up to 39 degrees Celsius coupled with the usual high humidity...
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The Spurious Celebrations Of Ambedkar's Life
In recent weeks, there have been a number of actions undertaken by the Government and the Opposition to commemorate the legacy of Dr. Ambedkar. However, I would like to point out some of the...
View ArticleDecoding The Tequila Meme
By Ranjan Malik They say tequila is a little overrated. It's not one of the smoothest liquors out there. The alcohol 'burns' and the intense aftertaste doesn't help. So what helped it become one of the...
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Pictures: My Private Tiger Moment
The sighting of a tiger in the wild is magical, but seeing a tiger in perfect isolation, is truly a miracle. One such moment happened to us this May at Kanha National Park. I don't think we will ever...
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A Fleeting Encounter: The Women Of Kamathipura
On a recent visit to Mumbai, my friend and I were sitting in one of the numerous sea-facing cafes that dot the coastline when somehow the conversation turned to Kamathipura - the city's notorious red...
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5 Sinful Monsoon Treats
After several months of scorching heat, the country eagerly awaits the arrival of the monsoon. And yes, we Mumbaikars have already been blessed with this respite. Rains in India are synonymous with...
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Following The Yellow Brick Road Towards Education
It's just another day at Geeta Vikas Vidyalaya in Shivaji Nagar, Mumbai. A low-income school set amidst the dusty slums of Govandi, it rings with the sound of lesson recitations inside tin-roofed...
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Modi Government Is Proving A Disaster In Parliament Floor Management
Throughout this month, the anniversary celebrations of Narendra Modi-led Union Government are being held across the states, where a long list of government achievements are being read out by Union...
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