Youth Zone

 The biggest source of stress, at times, is not the work itself, but the minute tasks that we keep on getting delayed for tomorrow. In the daily hustle-bustle, we are so exhausted that we tend to pile up minute tasks. And then one day, we realise th..

The rakhi thread may look small but behind it holds tight a pure relationship built over years of laughter, fights, secrets, sacrifices, misunderstandings, forgiveness and unconditional love. Rakhi is not merely a festival of tying a thread; it is a reminder that some relationships remain constant even when life keeps changing. Traditionally, Raksha Bandhan has been understood as a promise from a brother to protect his sister. It is a beautiful emotion, but perhaps the meaning of this promise needs ..

I no longer count my blessings only on the days the sun is kind. Some mornings arrive with heavy skies, unanswered prayers..

 We often expect life’s biggest lessons to come from major events, but more often than not, they appear in the simplest, most ordinary moments. One such moment stayed with me longer than I expected. I was at my brother’s place for dinner..

I asked Freedom, What is your name? She smiled and whispered, "I'm not fame. I'm every tear that turned to light, Every soul that chose to fight."..

 They all gatheredStrangely, they all spoke to me fluently.Some grief, some love, some longing, and some dead...my old poems.They gave me the eyes of worship, Like I was their God.They spoke of how they were created.One stood out.“I was created..

For centuries, society has carried a predefined image of how a girl should be. She is expected to remain quiet, obedient and dependent, even when she is treated unfairly. A girl who sacrifices her dreams and silently endures hardships is often called “well-mannered”, while the one who speaks out for herself is called “disrespectful”. Sadly, this mindset still exists in many parts of the world, in various cultures. But modern women are no longer willing to lose themselves in the maze of society’s expectatio..

 They said, “Study hard, my child,One degree will change your fate”.So we buried sleep beneath books,Believing success would patiently wait.Our parents stitched their dreams to ours,With overtime, loans and silent pain.They watered hope w..

 In front of my house, there stood two trees,Looked the same but different families.One tall, other short, with lush leaves,A matter of envy for other trees.The short one was fighting for water,Somehow making its leaves greener,No care for birds who..

W hat is the difference between a product and a brand? A product is what a company makes, and a brand is what customers feel. Beyond its functionality, a luxury brand often transfers its identity to the buyer, enabling them to stand out. A classic white T-shirt may have a reasonable price until it gets reborn with a Nike logo. But the problem begins when high-end labels are attached to random objects like a comb, and practicality is overshadowed by prestige. Meaningful luxury often lies in artisanship, ..

  What began as a space to unload one’s scattered thoughts slowly became a quiet space for reflection. I never realised when I fell in love with my habit of journaling and it became the most transformative experience yet. While working through..

When life feels like a performance, we put on smiles, hide the chaos and act like we are putting on a show for folks who aren’t even real. We post every win, cheer each milestone in public, and try to make everything look perfect. Whether it’s due to social media, work expectations, or just society’s high standards, people are putting on acts instead of truly living. As children, we are socialised into the notion of living up to others’ expectations. We aim for good grades, a successful career, successful ..

  In the process of growing up, one feature of an individual’s personality that is on wane is his/her sense of curiosity. Worse, it is focussed on inane things that would make no qualitative difference in his/her life. We see how children..

  I Have always been afraid of the word ‘death’, avoiding even the thought of it. But as I have grown up and witnessed life’s realities, I have come to understand that death is nothing but the ultimate universal truth that un..

In a recent episode of ‘Subway Takes’, a viral new-age internet show, the actor, Austin Butler, says, “Embarrassment is an underexplored emotion. So go out there and make a fool of yourself.” Ever since I heard it, it has stayed with me. Even though I do not think one should act stupid, but oftentimes, I feel people forget to have fun in life because they are too busy thinking about others’ perceptions. We are too scared of being embarrassed and laughed at. But, if you think about it, its so much ..

One day, in our college, the professor entered the classroom and looked around in silence. After some time she smiled and asked, ‘Don’t you all talk to each other anymore? Everyone is busy using their phones.” The classroom remained silent. Noone had an answer. That incident stayed in my mind for a long time because it reflected the reality of today’s generation. Even when surrounded by people we are constantly connected to our screens instead of each other. Phones have slowly become our permanent ..

 The world has never been younger. With nearly 1.8 billion young people between the ages of 10 and 24 years, today’s youth represent the single largest generation in human history. Yet, youth is not merely a demographic fact, it is a force, an..

 Does the Moon curse itself for the scars?Does it resent the Sun for baring them,Having yearned to do away with themAnd shine like a star?Or does it crave a light of its own,For its silver is a borrowed spar?Perhaps there are more scars than meet the..

 Sometimes, life and its happenings make me think am not doing enough for myself. And yet there are occasions when I am also proud of my resilience to sail through. The bad days leave me feeling awful about myself, but what matters is how I cope with..

 A song with deep meaningIs like deep oceans, with depths immeasurableWaves are the notes that beat in each heart,Covering all the trembles beneath.Notes try to levitate to the Moon and back, Fall back, deep down. Rise again.My life flows like a hip..

 The fire in me is goneIn the world full of demandsI feel so utterly lostRandomly running errands.I am quietFeels like also aimlessAs if there was no energyTo fight wars endless.Not from me, not for myselfThe fire is lost.So I stop chasing and fighti..

The youth in India of today often find themselves caught between centuries-old traditions and the powerful influence of a globalised, digital world. India’s youth, over 600 million strong, carry a unique responsibility: Preserving a rich cultural heritage while contributing to the making of a modern superpower. However, this dual role creates tensions. Western influence, career expectations and evolving social norms often reshape identities, sometimes leading to confusion and self-doubt. The rise ..

 Manasi Chafekar’s creative ode to The Mother with artwork A MOTHER is someone who gives every moment of her life to her children. She sacrifices her own happiness just to see her children smile. She teaches us how to walk, how to talk and..

A soft light in the sky seized my eyes I saw a beautiful sunset waving a colourful goodbyes It filled the sky with divine light in a saffron palette Casting shadows over shrubs and structures, forming quiet silhouettes...

Indian cinema began in 1913, but despite its rich 100-year legacy, India has lost nearly 9,000 to 13,000 films due to neglect, poor preservation and delayed digitisation. Films like Alam Ara and much of early regional cinema have disappeared. While some restoration efforts are underway, preserving films is essential to protect India’s identity for the coming generations. Film production in India started around 1913 with the release of Dadasaheb Phalke’s film Raja Harishchandra. This makes it a heritage ..