-
Travel
Jessami: A Hidden Gem of History, Wildlife, and Sustainable Tourism
Nestled in the serene hills of Manipur, adjacent to the Phek District of Nagaland, lies Jessami, a place that I once knew only through the pages of history. It was a name synonymous with World War II, a battlefield where the Allied forces halted the Japanese advance in 1944. However, my recent visit to this remote yet enchanting region revealed…
Read More » -
Sports
Steve Smith: The Modern Genius of Test Cricket
Cricket is a sport that has seen its fair share of legends. From Don Bradman, whose numbers bordered on the unbelievable, to Sachin Tendulkar, the heartbeat of a billion dreams, to the likes of Sir Viv Richards, Sir Garfield Sobers, Graham Gooch, Kallis, Ponting, and Steve Waugh—giants of the game who defined their eras. But every now and then, a…
Read More » -
Your Space
The Enigma of The Kumbh Mela: A Celestial Celebration of Faith
As a child, my first introduction to the Kumbh Mela came not through stories or scriptures but via the larger-than-life world of Bollywood. Those familiar scenes of families or siblings dramatically separating in the chaos of the Mela piqued my young mind with countless questions: What is this mystical gathering where people vanish? Is it a spiritual Bermuda Triangle cloaked…
Read More » -
Sports
The Death of Indian Test Cricket: A Mirror to Complacency
“Ifs and buts don’t win you matches.” This timeless adage might sound trite, but it hits the bullseye when dissecting India’s current debacle in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). The rhetoric of blaming external factors has become a convenient escape for Indian cricket—a nation once synonymous with resilience and fighting spirit. But let’s peel back the layers and confront the bitter…
Read More » -
Sports
Ravichandran Ashwin: A Graceful Exit or a Sudden Spin?
The cricketing world is abuzz with Ravichandran Ashwin’s abrupt retirement from international cricket, a move that has left fans and pundits alike debating its timing and implications. Ashwin, a champion cricketer with an illustrious career spanning over a decade, has always been a maestro of reinvention—both as a bowler and as a thinker of the game. His decision to walk…
Read More » -
Icons
The Eternal Melody: A Tribute to Ustad Zakir Hussain
The curtains have fallen on an era, but the beats of Ustad Zakir Hussain’s tabla will forever echo in the hearts of millions. A maestro whose magic transcended borders, genres, and generations, Ustad Zakir Hussain wasn’t just a musician; he was a phenomenon. With every rhythmic stroke, he wove a story of devotion, discipline, and unparalleled artistry. His smiling face,…
Read More » -
Sports
India’s Pink-Ball Blues: Adelaide Debacle Highlights Glaring Gaps
India’s defeat in the just concluded pink-ball Test at Adelaide against Australia was not entirely unexpected. A lack of preparation, inexperience with the pink ball, and tactical stumbles, contributed to their downfall. Coming off a resounding 295-run victory in the preceding test match held at Perth, India seemed to have momentum on their side, but it evaporated quickly under the…
Read More » -
Sports
From Third Umpires to DRS: How Technology Bowled Over Cricket
Cricket, they say, is a game of glorious uncertainties. Yet, in an era when every run counts and every decision can swing the pendulum of fate, technology has become the silent umpire. What started as a simple experiment with a black-and-white screen ( ‘The Third Umpire’) in the early ’90s, has evolved into a multi-faceted Decision Review System (DRS), giving…
Read More » -
Business
Balancing the Scales: Work-Life Balance and the Need for Reform in India’s Corporate Culture
A recent tragic incident involving the death of a female employee of a leading accounting firm, has initiated a necessary conversation regarding work-life balance in India’s corporate landscape, raising critical thoughts about the health of the sector and potential measures to eliminate issues related to an unbalanced work environment. Despite being a global economic powerhouse, Indian industry is often marked…
Read More » -
Travel
An Enchanted River Island with an unique symphony of culture and community
Entrance Gate of Dakhinpat Xatra, Majuli
Read More »