The script of the Indus Valley Civilization, which consists of more than 4,000 seals and inscriptions, makes this highly developed Bronze Age society (2500-1900 B.C.) difficult to understand. According to UNESCO estimates, the script contains 400-600 distinct symbols. It is difficult to interpret because of its brief inscriptions, lack of bilingual texts, and disagreement over…
IIT Baba ‘Abhay Singh’ on the journey of spirituality encouraging the youth. …
– Studying under the burden of coaching becomes a question of life and death. – Children struggling to survive amidst competition. In this dreadful era of coaching instead of schooling, there is a dire need to study the nature and tendency of suicide among students afresh, because the entire youth intellectual wealth of the country…
Long working hours should not be glorified; instead, the focus should be on sustainable and efficient work schedules that promote both productivity and employee well-being. Equitable pay structures and genuine inclusiveness are essential to creating a balanced and motivated workforce. Recognizing and addressing systemic inequities can promote a fair work environment. A thriving workforce recognizes…
Barring individuals in premarital relationships, individuals of different genders who are friends, colleagues, or cousins may also travel together and require Oyo’s services. The issue of privacy for young couples in India highlights a deep conflict between social norms and legal rights. Oyo announced that unmarried couples will no longer be allowed entry into its…
Success is a public celebration while failure is a personal disaster Emphasizing results diminishes the importance of gradual learning and improvement, making success unsustainable. Cricketers like Rishabh Pant, who were initially criticized for inconsistency, gained respect by improving steadily over time. A result-oriented mindset promotes shortcuts or unethical practices, which erodes fairness and sportsmanship. Scandals…
(From Barwa village in Haryana) Ancient Jhang Ashram where Mughal Emperor Jahangir had camped Around 1620 AD, Mughal emperor Jahangir (Salim) passed through this route to go to the fort of Kangra situated on the hills of northeastern Punjab. During that time, his army had camped in this area to rest. Then he met the…
According to statistics, those who migrate across local and regional boundaries in search of livelihoods suffer the humiliation of being permanently treated as outsiders in their host society. Workers are often depicted as the protagonists of tragic events on television screens, highlighting the gap between their contributions and the recognition they receive. Despite being the…
The Hindu epic Mahabharata mentions the Magh Mela associated with Makar Sankranti. Every twelve years, the Kumbh Mela is held on Makar Sankranti, which is one of the largest mass pilgrimages in the world, attended by millions of people. Sankranti is worshipped as a deity who, according to legends, defeated the demon Shankarasura. It marks…
Retired officials may be hesitant to take decisions against departments they once worked for, leading to compromised decisions. Lack of expertise in transparency is a major issue. Retired civil servants may lack the specialized knowledge needed to promote transparency, which is a core part of the RTI Act. Retired bureaucrats may be disconnected from current…
