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Do you think organic farming is a way to a more sustainable future? 10th Grader, Nithya AS, who is into organic farming herself, analyses farming in India and explores its various nuances on a more extensive spectrum. As she has reaped the benefits of organic farming, she feels that this could be a healthier option for people and the planet as well.
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As the prestigious Union Christian College, Aluva in Kerala, recently completed 100 years, Sheema Shireen beams with pride as she shares the rich history of her college. She also recounts some of the fondest memories and favourite spots she was lucky to have enjoyed as a college student. For those of you who are caught up with life’s busy routine, this memoir is sure to take you down nostalgic moments of college life.
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Did you know that Kalaripayattu, or ‘Kalari’, is considered the mother of all martial arts? 10th Grader Nithya AS, shares her experience learning Kalaripayattu from her Kalari Gurukkal, Dr S Mahesh. She sheds light on how this ancient martial art form has survived centuries to teach people the art of self-defence and balancing the mind, body and soul.
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Ananya Sampath decodes the traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony and shares how this unique ritual has a deeper meaning about life. This tea ceremony is a symbol of minimalism, peace, tranquillity and respect for self, others and nature.
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Little did Sonal Srivastava realise that an ordinary day would turn out to be so lucky. An outing with the family proved to be a blessing – quite literally! After years of pining to visit the much famed Ganga Aarti in Varanasi, Sonal got a chance to experience divinity for the first time, and here’s what she has to say…
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Kavita Srivastava takes us on a spellbound journey to her home state Uttar Pradesh. It is more to what meets the eye for someone who may have visited the state a few times. Hailing from Bhadohi, the ‘City of Carpets’, Kavita sheds new light and a perspective on Uttar Pradesh, a land known for its epics, festivals, culture, food, creativity, love and power.
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What do places like Palakkad, Kumardhubi, Barwani, Bokaro, Dehradun and Baroda have in common? They may not feature in the list of being a metro, but these are the places where strong-willed and courageously beautiful women come from, and they’re not afraid to step out of their comfort zones to achieve their dreams. Here is a story of six different women from various parts of India who have carved a niche for themselves be it in the field of education, accounting or arts!
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As India celebrated its 72nd Republic Day, have we as citizens pondered what it actually means? The date 26th January, is more than just a sale at a mall or a long weekend. Amrita Paul, a Senior Programme Officer with the Prison Reforms Programme, Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative, shares her personal experiences around this date, which makes us realise how every Indian should realise, internalise and practice what we ourselves gave to us in this country.
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Have you ever wondered about the glorious and rich history of Chettinad? It has a much more deep rooted history that’s beyond ‘Chettinad Chicken’ in a restaurant menu. Praba N, welcomes you on a journey as she takes you through the Glory of Chettinad in Tamil Nadu.
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For those who’ve always wanted to unravel many of nature’s riddles, Zahaan Sabuwala gives you something to mull over. He explores the unexplainable enigma around the Bermuda Triangle which has mysteriously consumed a few boats, ships and aircraft, in spite of being regular shipping route used by many.
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