BEING A WOMAN
I am often asked, “What happened after MPK?” and my answer is MPK: “Maine Pyaar Kiya”. I was so much in love that ..that is all that mattered. Read More
LIVING IN THE MOMENT
Living in the moment is easier said than done as we all tend to dwell upon the times that have gone by, mistakes committed, broken promises, sometimes even past laurels and accomplishments can be a hindrance. Read More
LIFE WORTH LIVING- THE ICON CALLED SRIDEVI
Isn’t life worth living without this constant need to be what others want us to be? This question popped up with the untimely demise of the iconic star, Sridevi. Was it this projection that led her to be under pressure and be the cause of her passing away? Read More
CHRISTMAS – SANTA
Can we become a Santa for someone this Christmas? Remember as a child we would wait up the nights hoping to catch a glimpse of him somewhere. Then get all… Read More
SEARCHING HAPPINESS
You can choose to be happy. Happiness is not a reaction, it is not even an action that requires a reaction. It is a state of being. We look at… Read More
DEFENDING OUR HEARTLAND: BSF- BORDER SECURITY FORCE.
Defending the heartland of our country is the Border Security Force…are the jawaans stationed at the western, northern and eastern frontier borders of our country. They are the first line of defense against any invasion, terrorism, illegal or country threatening activity that happens at the borders. Read More
DIWALI – TRADITIONS AND TRANSLATIONS
The essence of mogra fills up the room as we prepare the lamps to be lit. Diwali is celebrated with great enthusiasm at my home. A tradition that we have been following year after year. The festivities that bring the entire family together. Read More
WOMEN EMPOWERMENT – THE NINE FORMS OF DURGA
Women empowerment is not a new concept. Right from the medieval times we have heard stories both real and mythological of women standing strong against injustice, cruelty and even turning into saviors of mankind. Read More
GANPATI FESTIVAL- THE STORY OF TOGETHERNESS AND TRADITIONS
Festivities of any kind bring a togetherness which is cultivated by traditions. A ritual that is passed down from generation to generation. Something that can never be taught but only learned from observation, participation, involvement and regularity. Read More
IT’S MORE THAN LIPSTICK
I just happened to see the film, “Lipstick under my burkha”, and I absolutely loved it. Lives of five women, so different in their own lives and yet their stories intermingled to one simple question, “Do we not exist?’ Though the film, “Lipstick under my burkha” took the narrative on lines of freedom of women’s sexuality, the more poignant question that arose was that of their individuality. Read More