It was only last December when I received an urgent call from my neighbor, who was in a state of utter panic because her 70-year-old father-in-law had suddenly lost consciousness due to a high fever. I rushed over to their house, heart pounding, and was startled to...

The phrase “maa ke hath ka bana khana” evokes a deep sense of nostalgia and comfort, as the love and care that a mother puts into her cooking truly make it incomparable. The emotional connection and the warmth that comes with a meal prepared by a mother cannot ever...

This Navratri, I dedicate the story of Nav Durga to society. For nine days, we engage in worship, celebrating the divine feminine in the form of Maa Durga. However, once the festival concludes, we often overlook the devine femininity and its notion that represents...

I lost one of my distant relatives last month who was 75. He went through a traumatic phase of life wherein his better half left for the heavenly abode four years ago. The agony multiplied because he had no children. Despite our efforts to comfort him in his...

I never met my grandparents, as they passed away before I was born. However, I’ve always felt very comfortable and happy around elderly people. I fondly remember the grandparents in my neighborhood, who were regarded as ‘Gaon Budha’ by the time they reached their 70s....

Last week, I met a Yoga practitioner in Rishikesh whose insights prompted me to reflect on some misguided practices in our lives. While we often focus heavily on diet to stay healthy, other crucial factors beyond food contribute to our overall well-being and...