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 →
Eight Point Efficiency Guide
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 →
Aatmapamphlet
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 →
2025 साठी 25 संकल्पना
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 →
Quiz 3: Mile Sur Mera Tumhara
Questions about the legendary song 'Mile Sur Mera Tumhara' 1. Let's start with a basic question: Name the lyricist and composer of Mile Sur. 2. Which legendary footballer features in the song, who was awarded the Arjun Award in the very first year of the award? 3. Carnatic music legend Dr. M. Balamuralikrishna sung the... Continue Reading →
25 Ideas For 2025
It's the last weekend of this year and soon we will be entering 2025. Almost a quarter of this century has gone by and humanity has taken new leaps in this period, making the world move at a breakneck speed. In today’s world, we need to focus on Well-being: Both personal and professional. So here... Continue Reading →
Quiz 2: Foreign Connections
Quiz about Foreign Connections with India. 1. When the French left India, all the French settlements were clubbed together to form the Union Territory of Pondicherry, except one settlement. Which is that one settlement integrated in a State? 2. The thick Police uniform generally used in winters is called 'X'. Identify X which is an African... Continue Reading →
Mindset Shifts For Productivity
In today’s fast-paced world, cultivating a productive mindset is essential for achieving our goals and navigating challenges effectively. While we often focus on external strategies and tools to enhance productivity, the most profound changes often begin within. We are often stuck in routine thinking, which yields average results. However out of the box thinking can... Continue Reading →
Razors For Productivity
In a world overflowing with tools, techniques, and strategies for enhancing productivity, it can be overwhelming to determine which methods truly make a difference. Enter the concept of "razors"—principles or rules that help simplify decision-making and streamline efforts. Inspired by the philosophical principle known as Occam's Razor, which suggests that the simplest explanation is often... Continue Reading →
UPSC Prelims 2024 Analysis
After experiencing one of the toughest Prelims GS paper last year, UPSC prelims returned back to normal levels to a great extent. 2024 Prelims GS was more conventional and predictable than last couple of years. Yet the toughness level was reasonably high, especially in the high pressure exam hall scenario. Prelims is now over and... Continue Reading →