The Maharashtra Government has declared drought in 265 talukas. Behind these numbers are farmers struggling to protect their crops, families worried about their livelihoods and communities facing uncertainty about the future. The government is doing its best to provide relief and support to farmers. However, drought management cannot be the responsibility of the government alone. It …
Today, 21 September, is the International Day of Peace. At a time when the world is witnessing geopolitical tensions, conflicts, polarisation and increasing fragmentation, I find myself asking: What does peace really mean? Does peace simply mean a world without war? Or does it mean a world where every individual, irrespective of nationality, religion, culture or …
Recently, I had the opportunity to visit Muscat, Oman, for a family wedding. As I stepped onto Omani soil once again, I was filled with a strange and beautiful mixture of nostalgia, warmth and gratitude. For me, Oman is not just another country. It is my second home. My husband and I spent some of the …
There is so much discussion about Gen Z—those born between 1997 and 2012. They are often called outspoken, liberal-minded, impatient and questioning. But let’s pause and think. Aren’t they our children and grandchildren? We raised them with love, sanskars, family values and education. We taught them to think independently, ask questions, speak up against injustice and …
Former U.S. President John F. Kennedy once said: “American roads are not good because America is rich, but America is rich because American roads are good.” That thought applies beautifully to India too. Every day, we travel on roads without giving them a second thought—until a pothole jolts us, traffic brings us to a standstill, or …
Who Is Responsible for Our Stress on Pune’s Roads? Every day, as Punekars, many of us begin our journey to work, college, school, or simply to get from one part of the city to another with a sense of stress. And surprisingly, that stress is often not because of home or work. It is because of …
Recently, I watched a beautiful video that made me pause and reflect. What does education really mean? What is the purpose of schooling? Is it simply about earning a certificate after 10 or 12 years? Or is it about preparing young minds for life? Today, there is immense pressure on students to crack competitive examinations like …
Every year on 27th July, India pauses to remember one of its greatest sons—Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the revered scientist, visionary, teacher and the People’s President. While the nation remembers his remarkable contributions to science and nation-building, I feel especially fortunate to have known him personally and to have met him on several occasions. Dr. Kalam …
Sport has an extraordinary way of teaching us lessons that boardrooms often struggle to explain. Yesterday, the world watched Argentina fall short in the FIFA World Cup Final. For many, the scoreboard became the story. But for those who truly understand leadership, yesterday was not about defeat, it was about the power of consistency. Champions are …
There is something magical about the monsoon. The rain is the same, yet it touches every stage of life differently. For children, it signals the end of carefree summer vacations and the beginning of a new academic year. There are mixed emotions, reluctance to return to school, excitement to reunite with friends, the crisp smell of …