“3 States” by Shweta Mahendra is a remarkable travelogue that beautifully encapsulates the essence of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, and Manipur, three of India’s most enchanting states. Drawing inspiration from Ibn Battuta’s timeless quote, “Travelling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller,” Mahendra takes readers on an immersive journey, showcasing the rich…
The essence of democracy, as encapsulated in Abraham Lincoln›s (1863) words, a government of the people, by the people, and for the people, remains a guiding principle. When a kid first encounters this definition of democracy, it makes him/her believe that someday, he/she can become prime minister or president. They need to be more thoughtful…
Swami Vivekananda’s statement on freedom, “Freedom is the song of the soul. The goal of each soul is freedom – mastery, freedom from the slavery of matter and thought, mastery of the internaland external,” emphasizes the universal pursuit of liberation. Seventy-seven years have passed since our nation gained independence, liberating us from the chains of…
I vividly remember the condition of coaching and libraries in Rajendra Nagar, New Delhi, during the summer of 2023. My concerns about the area were validated when I explored it with my son for his coaching. The recent tragedy at the UPSC coaching hub in Rajendra Nagar, resulting in the tragic loss of students due…
The myriad challenges women encounter in contemporary society are closely intertwined with the symbolic significance of honeybees in mythology and folklore. Women frequently confront diverse vulnerabilities and adversities, emphasising the critical need for a robust safeguarding mechanism to shield them from exploitation and harm. The pivotal role of women in society underscores the far-reaching impact…
Leaders who resort to plagiarism mislead society and relinquish their duty to lead with integrity and originality. Their actions have a profound influ-ence, emphasising the critical necessity for them to foster independent thinking and uphold the precepts of ethical leader-ship. By doing so, they establish a positive example for others to emulate. Our world has…
We often advocate for eradicating negativity at its source. Yet, there is a contradiction in the famous saying, ‘Buraai ko jar Se Khatam Kar Do’ (eliminate evil from its roots), a principle central to Sanatan Dharam, a Hindu belief. During a visit to ancient Egypt, I explored the Kom Ombo temple, which is dedicated to…
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Shweta Mahendra is an engineering graduate from the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee. She is a polymath—a Technocrat, an author, columnist, and blogger with diverse interests in history, archaeology, sociology, travel, fashion, and fitness. She has been part of the Guinness World Record for the Thickest book in the world, Chapter ‘23 Positive Change Makers…
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