Shhh!! We don’t talk about the B …. word.

by Sonali Bakshi, 19th of May, 2023 Despite of many reported and more than many unreported bullying cases the fact cannot be denied that with a change in the system and accessibility of unfiltered knowledge through internet and various OTT platforms , the ways of what is termed as ‘fun’ in the name of bullying has evolved too. People have begun enjoying letting down, demoralizing, … Continue reading Shhh!! We don’t talk about the B …. word.

Sukoonwali muskaan

Aaj subah doodhwale ki muskaan dekhkar Mai ekdamse kuch soch me padi, Laga kitna khus hai vo apne kaam se Aur MAI ? Mai yaha multitask karte pareshaan thi khadi? Aakhir usse jyada qualified hu, Kaam ki complexity bhi MERI hi jyada hai, Fir bhi uska chehre muskurata hua Aur subah subah mera motivation jaise AADHA hai?? Bachpan se toh yahi suna Ki mehnat karo … Continue reading Sukoonwali muskaan

The ‘perfect’ arranged marriage!

Timidly behind the curtain I stood, tensed and unconfident my demeanor looked, holding a tray I had to walk out, head down, gentle smile though in reality I could shout ! The entire family had to approve of me mummy said, “Behave appropriately don’t giggle or stare!” I wondered how artificial this all looked, for I was neither so shy nor that ‘good’ a cook, … Continue reading The ‘perfect’ arranged marriage!

कौन बदलाव लाएगा?

नारी का जन्म भारत देश में वैसे तो सम्मान हैं, कुमारिकाएँ यहाँ पूजी जाती हैं, शक्ति रूपिणी माता रानी को मानते हम भगवान हैं । नवरात्रि का पर्व मनाते हैं हम साल में दो बार, मानते हैं माँ के आशीर्वाद से जग में है मुमकिन हर चमत्कार! बेटा भाग्य से मिलता हैं पर सौभाग्य से ही बेटी मिलती है सोश्यल मीडिया में ऐसे चर्चे कई … Continue reading कौन बदलाव लाएगा?

“ONLINE CLASSES” – An effective solution or a deceptive eyewash ?

“Online classes”, how important are they really in serving the purpose of education or are they just a gimmick, a way for the school to keep demanding fees? I am sure while bearing the brunt of lockdown and facing all the challenges that this phase of Pandemic brings along, the undertaking of the complete responsibilities of household chores with no help, no parlor, no kitty … Continue reading “ONLINE CLASSES” – An effective solution or a deceptive eyewash ?