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  Ganesha's Birthday Party It was his big day. Ganesha was all dressed up, with garlands and blouses adorning him, listening to some good music while placed on a chariot. Although it happened every year, it just never got old, and Ganesha would cherish the ceremony of him parading through the bustling streets of Isha Armonia Apartments. The chariot was made of wood, but it was hidden underneath the flashy red sari with gold borders and intricate patterns. People pulled the chariot to move around the place. He was seated, like a king, on a high stool, adorned with flowers and a festive vibe, and in front of that, on the sari, mud sculptures of him eating his favorite laddoos, kozhukattais and him playing with his pet rat were placed, decorated with tiny garlands. The boss stopped at every block, and he gave answers to the truthful prayers and gifted the residents holy ash. Water was sprinkled wherever he would go, to make the roads clean for him. Wherever he went, there would be cro...

  A Guide to Simple Living The Minimalist Home by Joshua Becker is a helpful guide for those seeking to declutter their homes. It’s a good read for anyone who wants to live a simpler, clutter-free life. Becker explains how reducing the number of material possessions in your home can give you more peace, time, and freedom to do whatever you want. This book is not just about throwing things away—it is about creating a home that supports the life you want to live. If you have ever felt overwhelmed by too much material stuff, this book is a great place to start. Who Should Read This Book? This book is especially good for people who: Want to begin their journey into minimalism Have started decluttering, but still feel stuck in some areas of the home Need step-by-step guidance instead of just general tips to declutter every part of your home It may not be as useful if you are already an experienced minimalist or if you enjoy working on decluttering...

People often say women are difficult to understand — moody, unpredictable, emotional. But the truth is, men aren’t much simpler. They may not blame their hormones, but their shifting behavior can be just as confusing. One moment, they are protective and kind; the next, they can turn aggressive, intimidating, even dangerous. My own experience a decade ago taught me this lesson in the harshest way possible. And yet, it also revealed how courage and presence of mind can make all the difference when facing danger. It was a blazing summer morning in 2014. The ceiling fans in the gym spun tirelessly, but the air still felt thick and heavy. Shalini was pounding away on the treadmill, sweat dripping down her temples, her breath coming in steady bursts. Around her, women grunted and pushed themselves — some bending into pilates poses, some clanking dumbbells, others stretching on mats darkened by perspiration. The rhythmic whir of machines, the faint beats of workout music, and the acrid smell ...

  QUTUB MINAR Qutub Minar, the tower of victory; The tallest minaret in world history. Right next to a mosque to celebrate The victory of Ghur to make a Sultanate. The mosque is none other than Quwwat-ul-Islam. It's 75 metres tall; This poem is so fun Built by Aibak, Finished by Iltutmish, There's no chance of it getting demolished. It's so cool and big, That's all for my Indian History gig.

  The Witch on the Broomstick By Nilabha Sharma    Mahua’s jangling bangles wakes me up. An alarm clock like no other. As usual, the fan is also switched off. After five minutes of tossing, I give up on sleep and sit groggily on the bed. Sniffling and sweeping, Mahua avoids eye contact.  Fresh new marks mar her face. “Last night, he had too much to drink.” Pointing at her marks, she says “This is the only release he gets after toiling as a laborer the whole day.” Gloomily, she finishes all the chores and sits with me, “Didi! Please talk to him.” She innocently believes that a stern word might end the violence.  As I go about my day, her haunted face lingers in my mind—the stoop of her shoulders, her quiet resignation. My selfish side warns me to stay out of it, but my heart aches at her pain.  It’s 1 am and the doorbell of my flat rings persistently. Drowsily, I open the door. Mahua stands on the doorstep—her tooth broken, face bloodied, one eye swollen shu...

  A DISASTER FOR THE FUTURE I initially was astonished by Hamaguchi Goryo's valiant act of burning his rice sheaves to save his community from an incoming tsunami. What a brave thing to do! However, my admiration evolved beyond that heroic moment as I reread the anecdote, from a singular act of courage to the long-term commitment to a village's safety and hope. A tsunami showed signs of striking on a stormy day, and villagers quickly evacuated, coming back later to see no damage. I feel them; their initial fear dropping to relief. The next line, however, the anecdote tells us that their relief was shattered by the shock of how all wells had run dry. The sudden jolt of contrast gave me a feeling of pity, that they wouldn’t have slept that night with the dawning dread creeping upon them. Action must be taken. That evening, a furious earthquake obliterated and punished the innocent villagers, followed by a grey wall of water speeding to the coast. The hopeless villagers responded ...