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India is home to nearly 8 million blind people, which is approximately one-fourth of the total blind population in the world. Inclusion is a fundamental birthright of every individual. People may be born without a completely functional organ or senses but that shouldn’t deter anyone from leading a life of independence and dignity. When...

By: Mr Anuj Gulati Diabetes is a lifestyle illness and its onset warrants an individual to adopt certain changes in their daily lives such as improved diet, regular exercise and strict monitoring of blood glucose level. With over 72 million currently ailing individuals, and the possibility of this number reaching approx. 130 million by 2025,...

"There is no chance for the welfare of the world unless the condition of women is improved. It is impossible for a bird to fly on only one wing", said Swami Vivekananda in the 19th Century. Today, in the 21st Century, improving the socio-economic status of women does not seem to be a prophecy...

By: Riley Panko According to new research by Clutch, nearly half of online shoppers receive packages within 2-3 days of placing their orders. Unfortunately, rushed shipping can lead to significant environmental problems. For example, Amazon’s 2017 deliveries emitted roughly 19 million metric tons of carbon, and that was before the company began rolling out its new one-day...

In this era of nuclear families, where we experience clashes and misunderstandings, the survival and dignified growth of family relationships become a concern. Diwali is not only a festival of lights but also the festival of family relations and celebration. In Ancient India, for the optimum fulfilment, satisfaction and peace in one's life, it was advised...

Philanthropy is an age-old concept that has benefitted millions of people across the world. Spanning a range of crucial social issues, philanthropic causes have long since brought notice to and increased participation for the same. Earlier philanthropic activities were carried out solely by the wealthy, in the form of monetary donations. While well-meaning, this...

Discrimination against girls in India has been going on for ages now.  Even today, there are several sections of the Indian society where the girl child is treated as a burden. While several privileges are given to the boys; girls are often restricted to the confines of the house and given very little or...

A jubilant Rafael Nadal received a rapturous ovation from the crowd after having defeated Juan Martin del Potro in a five-hour-long Wimbledon quarter-final match in 2018. The crowd was entertained with a scintillating display of tennis. Yet, what pleased the spectators most was the moment when Nadal crossed over the net to console a...

Corporate Social Responsibility... this term has become synonymous with organizations championing external social causes. I truly believe that a lot of good has come from it. But I also believe that in India it is high time that we start considering our own employees’ safety as part of the Corporate Social Responsibility programme. And...

By Henry Huang Hong Kong, the pearl of the East, lives in such turmoil. The ongoing political crisis and massive protest have drawn a large amount of international concern and attention. There are multiple explanations of what has happened in Hong Kong. Some say it is for a "wider demands for democratic reform." On the...

When I think of the Durga puja celebrations, the most indelible in my memory is the grand one I saw in the film 'Kahani'. It had the flavour of Durga puja festivities enjoyed by so many women in Bengal. There is increased sensitisation about women empowerment and female leadership today, but did you know that...

By Sanjaya Mariwala Think what comes to your mind when you hear the words ‘sustainable’ or ‘development’. ‘Sustainable’ takes us directly to the core of energy renewal, harnessing and the management of our depleting natural resources and, going green and eco-friendly. ‘Development’ in a layman’s language mostly refers to government plans and policies, both domestic...