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Perspective Changes, Wrong Doesn’t
PS: Please don’t read this article if you are highly sensitive to religion. This article is more about personal choices...
May 17, 2026 · 6 min read
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What Do You Do When Every Option is Bad?
Many of us may have read or heard the story of Mama Marich. Mama Marich was the maternal uncle of the Demon King Ravana of Lanka. The story goes like this — when Ram killed Khar and Dushan in the Dandakaranya Forest,...
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Questions of the Soul: A Journey Beyond Body and Mind
A deep philosophical inquiry into existence, the concept of the soul, and how we might transcend the limitations of the body and mind.
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Regionalism, why is it?
India is a diverse country, with many different languages, cultures, and religions. However, in recent years, there has...
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Is entertainment industry corrupting our society?
The entertainment industry, including Bollywood and the Indian television industry, has a significant impact on Indian society. While...
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The Rise of Remote Work and its Impact on Businesses
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the trend of remote work, with more and more companies shifting to a...