Abhijit Raut's Blog
There are some films that don’t just tell a story—they alter your sensory experience. Kaushik Ganguly’s Shabdo (2012) is one such film. A cinematic meditation on obsession, perception, and isolation, Shabdo offers not just a story but an experience—one that lingers in your ears long after the visuals fade. This is not a loud film.... Continue Reading →
After experiencing a moderately tough Prelims GS paper last year, UPSC prelims returned back to tougher levels to a great extent. 2025 Prelims GS was more conventional yet unpredictable compared to last couple of years. The toughness level was reasonably high, especially in the high pressure exam hall scenario. The results are also out and... Continue Reading →
In a world where stress, distraction, and self-doubt often dominate our daily lives, Rewire by Nicole Vignola offers a refreshing and science-backed roadmap to mental clarity and personal transformation. Rooted in the latest neuroscience, the book shows that change isn't just possible—it's biological. By leveraging the brain’s natural ability to rewire itself, Vignola empowers readers... Continue Reading →
In a world overloaded with information and complexity, success often comes down to how well you think. The most successful individuals—entrepreneurs, investors, thinkers—don't necessarily work harder; they think better. They apply mental models: timeless cognitive tools that simplify complex decision-making and cut through the noise. This article based on an infographic by http://www.mindstream.news explores 16... Continue Reading →
Clarity & Connection by Yung Pueblo is a profound exploration of self-awareness, healing, and emotional growth. Through poetry and reflective prose, the book delves into how past wounds shape our present relationships and personal evolution. It emphasizes the importance of inner work, emotional intelligence, and conscious transformation in fostering deeper connections—with ourselves and others. Yung... Continue Reading →
"The Mountain Is You" by Brianna Wiest is a powerful guide to self-transformation, centered around the idea that our greatest challenges are often internal. Through thoughtful insights and practical wisdom, Wiest explores how self-sabotage, fear, and unresolved emotions can block us from becoming our best selves. Using the metaphor of climbing a mountain, she illustrates... Continue Reading →
Kumbalangi Nights is not merely a cinema. It is a treatise on human emotions. This Malayalam masterpiece directed by Madhu C. Narayanan and written by Shyam Pushkaran released in 2019. It is a story mainly revolving around four brothers (almost) living in a messy house and three women having varied backstories who enter their lives... Continue Reading →
Achieving peak efficiency in both personal and professional spheres requires a structured approach that eliminates waste and maximizes productivity. The Eight-Point Efficiency Guide offers a practical framework for improving your workflow, time management, and decision-making skills. By implementing these eight key strategies, you'll be equipped to streamline tasks, reduce stress, and achieve your goals faster,... Continue Reading →
Hello! The new feature The Great India Cinema will explore the cinematic gems across India in different languages, looking beyond the Hindi film industry. In the first post of this feature, let's explore a very unique Marathi movie 'Aatmapamphlet'. A biopic (better say autobiopic) like no other- 'Aatmapamphlet' (Marathi, 2023 meaning Autobio-pamphlet) stands out as... Continue Reading →
25 Ideas for 2025 ही या नववर्षाच्या आरंभी केलेली post अनेकांना आवडली. 22500 पेक्षा जास्त वाचकांपर्यंत ही post पोहोचली आहे. त्यानंतर अनेकांनी या post ला मराठीत पण टाकावे असे सुचवले होते. त्यानुसार ही post मराठीत भाषांतरित करून टाकत आहे. वर्ष 2025 सुरु होऊन दोन महिन्यांहून जास्त काळ निघूनही गेला आहे. अशाच गतीने हे जग पुढे... Continue Reading →
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