If only thinking would have made us rich, we all would have been millionaires. Unfortunately, we are not! This book is the perfect example of the quote, "We shouldn't judge a book by its cover". The word 'rich' here is used metaphorically i.e. rich in terms of quality of life and thought process. Let there … Continue reading Book Review: Think & Grow Rich
We all are addicted to watch and fantasize thriller/ action movies and TV shows. What about reading them? Can you visualise it into a motion picture? Try with the short-story below. 10:45 PM The bus, en route to Udaipur from Jodhpur, honking, steers in haste its way through the highway, which had been turned into … Continue reading That Night in Kumbhalgarh Jungle
There is only one sin. and that is theft. When you tell a lie, you steal someone's right to the truth. When you kill a man, you steal a life. You steal his wife's right to a husband, rob his children of a father. When you tell a lie, you steal someone's right to the … Continue reading Book Review: The Kite Runner
Sometimes, the journey has to be traveled along in order to appreciate the strengths that lie deep inside you! Steven Aitchison Honestly, I won't admit that I was inspired by this quote totally but I do agree that I had something similar in my mind when I decided to travel solo (Jodhpur- Udaipur) for the … Continue reading Solo- Budget Trip to Jodhpur
Characters (in order of appearance) Aadhya: A 3rd-year research scholar in the English department of a reputed college. Shashank: Junior to Aadhya. A scholar in his first year in the same department. Rahul: Shashank's classmate Sanvi: A 4th-year research scholar. Senior to Aadhya. Naina: A 2nd-year research scholar ACT I Morning scene of the college … Continue reading The Secret Chocolate Giver
It is heard most often in social gathrings as a reminder that each encounter- whether with friends, family, or strangers- is unique and will never be repeated, meaning that we should enjoy the moment and not lose ourselves in worries about the past or the future. Ikigai What if I say 'Ikigai' is the only … Continue reading Book Review: IKIGAI
The reading of all good books is like conversation with the finest (people) of the past centuries! René Descartes I seldom pondered the topic until a friend posed this question- Yaar, how can I read any book effectively and easily? According to me, if you feel engrossed in the book or if you're able to … Continue reading 10 Tips to Read any Book Effectively
What excites you about Pondicherry? Beaches, University, French architecture, Monuments, Food or Cafes? If you're a traveller like me, the answer would be; An itinerary consisting of 'populars' among all these. However, there is a disclaimer. Pondicherry isn't an island!!! Several people, including me, picture it as an Island with a cool and moderate climate … Continue reading Explore Pondicherry below 10K
I have been in search of something like this since the time the first-year students asked me to recommend a book to improve their writing skills. The first was obviously Norman Lewis's Word Power Made Easy
The train dropped me at the station fifteen minutes later than the scheduled time. The clock consisting of a red coloured LED light hanging at platform no.3 showed 19:12. I hurried toward the exit taking quick and long steps. Even though it was seven of the evening, the town appeared a wilderness. I could think … Continue reading 7 km and the Dreadful Night
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