15 There was a time when a woman stepping onto a public stage risked more than criticism. She risked her reputation, her marriage, her family’s approval, and often her place in society. In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, public performance was frequently viewed with suspicion, and women who chose music as a profession […]
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27 A nation’s progress is measured not only by the strength of its economy, but by the power of education that shapes the future of its daughters. Educating a girl is often described as educating an entire generation, yet for millions of girls across India, access to education still remains a challenge. Every classroom is
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56 Amid the breathtaking mountains and serene landscapes of Ladakh, a quiet revolution is being woven, one thread at a time. Nestled in the heart of the Himalayas, where culture and craftsmanship are deeply rooted in everyday life, Looms of Ladakh has emerged as a remarkable symbol of sustainable luxury, women empowerment, and cultural preservation.
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170 Before the music begins and the ghungroos find their rhythm, there is a quiet pause that holds the promise of what is to come. It is in this moment that an artist prepares not just to perform, but to connect. Shovana Narayan stands as a remarkable example of such an artist, whose life reflects
84 Redefining Leadership in Governance There was a time not too distant, yet deeply ingrained when the echo of authority carried a predictable tone. A chair of power was almost instinctively imagined to be occupied by “Sir”. The corridors of governance, lined with files and final decisions, were long shaped by this assumption. And yet,
81 Social media has quietly reshaped opportunities in India, turning everyday spaces into platforms of influence, creativity, and enterprise. For many women till now, cooking has moved beyond the confines of their kitchens and entered digital platforms like YouTube and other social media spaces, where their kitchens are now visibleto the world. This shift is
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36 At a time when diet advice is often reduced to numbers on charts and fleeting trends that promise quick results, clinical nutritionist Deepta Nagpal is taking a different route one that begins not with restriction, but with listening. As platforms like Instagram continue to shape conversations around health, her practical, relatable insights shared through
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105 Summer is here and so is the scorching heat. Heatwaves have already gripped large parts of India, with the India Meteorological Department indicating rising intensity and spread across regions. What was once seen as a seasonal discomfort is now emerging as one of the defining challenges of the 21st century, affecting public health, economic
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14 In a city that never really pauses, a quiet but meaningful change has unfolded. Ashwini Bhide has taken charge as the first Woman Commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), gently rewriting a long-standing narrative.For Mumbai, she is already a familiar face. Until recently, she was leading the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation, where she
48 The GARBH-INi (Interdisciplinary Group for Advanced Research on Birth Outcomes – DBT India Initiative) is a flagship research programme supported by the Department of Biotechnology. It is dedicated to addressing preterm birth, a critical public health challenge that remainsone of the leading causes of neonatal mortality in India and accounts for nearly 25% of
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