Recently, during a visit to my hometown, I had an outing with my much younger cousins. That’s when it hit me—how much of a fossil I’ve become. It had been ages since I’d hung out with people significantly younger than me in a casual, no-agenda setting. These are the times when almost everything gets […]...

  The recent controversy involving actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan’s film Thug Life and the Karnataka High Court’s response provides insights into how judicial sensitivity to public sentiments interacts with the constitutional right to free speech in India. The incident raises critical questions about the delicate balance between protecting freedom of expression and addressing perceived cultural or communal offenses. […]...

“When you dance with the devil, the devil doesn’t change; the devil changes you.” — Max California, ‘8mm’ The saga of Elon Musk’s entanglement with Donald Trump is not just another chapter in celebrity fallout; it’s a cautionary tale about what happens when a mercurial business leader steps into the unpredictable cauldron of politics. Elon […]...

    “Madness is rare in individuals – but in groups, parties, nations, and ages it is the rule.”                                                                         […]...

  Shark Tank India has undoubtedly popularized the concept of startups and funding in India. It has simplified the jargons associated with entrepreneurship, making them accessible to a wider audience. Terms like “valuation,” “equity,” and “dilution” have become part of everyday conversation, thanks to the show’s widespread appeal. One of the most significant impacts of […]...

Nelson Mandela once profoundly stated, “No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.” […]...

Recently, I came across excerpts and news reports of writer Jeyamohan's scathing critique of the "Manjummel Boys." In a democracy, everyone should have the right to critique art and express their opinions. However, Jeyamohan's critique seems to cross the line from constructive criticism to airing personal grievances....

The recent news of Mr. Nithin Kamath, the founder of Zerodha, suffering a minor stroke, brought with it a wave of sorrow and concern. His last social media post, emphasizing the need to "shift gears down a bit," serves as a critical reminder of the dangers inherent in glorifying hustle culture. It begs the question: Have we, as a society, contributed to this glorification?...