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Summer Vacation Then and Now

For all of us who have crossed our mid-lives or hovering close to it, the annual school summer vacation used…

May 15, 2023

Seriously, Women Can Be Funny!

The brother of a good friend recently went to meet a young woman, a prospective alliance for marriage. His family…

May 9, 2023

Promoting Girls To Crack The Code

I was thrilled with two heartening news last week which were also quite contrary to the popular opinion and established…

May 3, 2023

Why Dark Is Also Good

Light and brightness have often been glorified. Not just for the physical qualities they bring along with them, but metaphorically…

April 25, 2023

What Running Taught Me

Although I have always been a physically active person and have always loved the outdoors, running had never been my…

April 4, 2023

Women’s Never-Ending Liability Of Feeding The Family

I know of several women who wake up before dawn every day, to make breakfast and packed lunch for family…

March 29, 2023

Women’s Day & The Deluge Of Sexist Jokes

Every Women’s Day while the world is celebrating Strong, Ambitious, Passionate and Successful women and their unique stories, another huge…

March 15, 2023

Sorry, The ‘Superwoman’ Crown Is Not For Me!

This International Women’s Day, I am feeling lighter, braver and freer. And am I glad! I have finally laid down…

March 8, 2023

Is Gender Sensitivity & Equality Only A Women’s Issue?

As I came out of the airport during a recent travel, I saw this huge board: “Workshop on Gender Responsive…

February 21, 2023

The Embarrassment Of Puberty Rituals for Girls

A big deal is made when girls attain puberty in India. Attaining menarche or the first menstruation cycle seems to…

February 8, 2023