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India’s once-revered higher education system is facing a crisis of quantity over quality. Universities have mushroomed across the country in recent years, driven by a surge in student enrollment. But this rapid expansion has come at a steep cost – a deterioration in the quality of education. The Numbers Don’t Lie A recent report by…
Sri Lanka’s Sigiriya, also known as the Lion Rock, isn’t just a majestic climb – it’s a journey through time. In July 2023, I scaled this 5th-century fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and was left awestruck. Towering over emerald jungles, Sigiriya holds the secrets of a bygone era, the ancient Sinhalese Kingdom. King Kashyapa,…
The vibrant tapestry of Indian spices, renowned for their aroma and flavor, is facing a dark stain. Export bans by countries like Singapore, Hong Kong, and Nepal expose a shocking truth: Indian spices are laced with ethylene oxide (EtO), a probable carcinogen. This isn’t a minor inconvenience – it’s a potential health crisis fueled by…
The air hung heavy with the scent of damp earth and pine as my friend, Guddu, and I embarked on our ambitious trek. We’d ditched the car at the gates of Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, foolishly optimistic about conquering the 13km path to Binsar Zero Point on foot. Seven kilometers in, the jungle had wrapped its…
Recently, I caught up with an old friend from South Africa but now living in Australia. At 60, he’s brimming with joy about my early retirement and the freedom it affords. But his own retirement plans? Pushed back another five years. The reason? Saving for his daughters’ wedding. This struck a chord deeper than ever….