When people think of murder cases, they rarely imagine the accused being a child. Yet one of Indiana’s most disturbing criminal cases involved a boy who was only 13 years old when he admitted to killing his two younger siblings. The case of Nickalas Kedrowitz shocked the community of Osgood, Indiana, and raised difficult questions … Read more
For those planning a road trip in the hills or weekend vacation in northern or eastern India, it may be worth checking the latest weather forecast. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for rain, thunderstorms, winds and lightning on 19 June for 17 states across India. For some places, warnings for hail and … Read more
Rashdeep Kaur. (Instagram) There was a time when people in Rashdeep Kaur’s village had plenty to say about her. “Kudiyon nu bahar na bhejo, ladko ke saath khel-kood shobha nahi deta,” neighbours would tell her father (Don’t send girls out. It doesn’t look good for them to play sports with boys). In many villages across … Read more
Boredom had a very different shape then. Children built entire afternoons out of whatever was available. They played cricket in lanes, invented games with chalk and stones, made up rules halfway through and argued them out face to face. If there was music, it came from cassettes, CDs or the radio. If there was a … Read more
In a recent update, Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia has reached another major milestone. For those unaware, Jeddah Tower, when completed, will become the tallest skyscraper on Earth. Though the construction has faced years of delays, the mega project has now crossed the 100-floor mark and is making headlines worldwide. The building is steadily progressing … Read more
There’s an old Japanese proverb that sounds incredibly simple on the surface, but completely flips how you view your life once it finally clicks:”Uo gokoro areba mizu gokoro.”Translated literally, it means: If the fish has a mind, so does the water.It’s a beautiful bit of imagery, but it carries a punchy truth about reciprocity and … Read more
For generations, Indian dads have been taught that love is something you show, not something you say. They may struggle to say “I love you” out loud, but they’ll wake up at 5 a.m. to drop you at the railway station. They may never say they’re worried, but they’ll call three times if you don’t … Read more
Indian sweets are addictive, and one cannot stop with just one serving. But, when the same sweet leads to illness or food poisoning (because of substandard or expired ingredients), it often makes us regret it. In an unfortunate incident, members of three families allegedly fell ill after consuming malai pedas from the popular Guru Nanak … Read more
Gen Z is redefining workplace norms, prioritizing efficiency and well-being over traditional ‘presenteeism.’ This generation, shaped by digital fluency and a desire for work-life balance, questions outdated practices. They value productivity and purpose, opting to leave when tasks are complete rather than appearing busy, signaling a shift towards healthier work environments. There is a particular … Read more
Leonardo da Vinci believed true art requires more than just technical skill; it demands the “spirit” or genuine intention behind the work. This idea is especially relevant today as AI generates technically perfect but often soulless creations, highlighting the irreplaceable human element in art. We often put our heart and soul into what we do, … Read more