The Genius-Madness Dichotomy In the delicate space where brilliance and madness collide, can one truly exist without the other? Is the quest for perfection a gift or a curse, and how does it shape us? The genius, often celebrated for their extraordinary ability to perceive the world with unfiltered clarity, simultaneously grapples with the isolation […]
Vishal Bhardwaj’s Haider (2014) is a modern-day retelling of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, intricately woven into the political and cultural fabric of 1995 Kashmir. Co-written with Basharat Peer and inspired by his memoir Curfewed Night, the film elevates the Shakespearean tragedy with a haunting portrayal of love, betrayal, revenge, and moral ambiguity against the backdrop of […]
In today’s rapidly evolving society, a paradox has emerged: even in affluent families, children are often raised in environments marked by chaos and emotional instability. Many young individuals are forced into premature adult roles—mediating conflicts, absorbing emotional turmoil, and sacrificing opportunities for learning and creativity—which can have lifelong detrimental effects. In response to these challenges, […]
Have you ever wondered why some brand names stick in your head almost immediately, while others fade away? Names like Apple, Google, Nike, and Coca-Cola aren’t just random; they’ve been strategically crafted to resonate deeply with our subconscious. But is it just the business strategies behind these names that make them memorable, or is there […]
When an ad intended to showcase a female boss as a symbol of progression ends with her preparing dinner for her husband, what message does it really send about gender equality? The depiction of a female boss as a representation of both “progression” and “feminism” reveals a deeper issue within our patriarchal society. While the […]
In India, the caste system is more than a rigid social stratification—it is a dynamic process of cultural conditioning that shapes the self‑perception of its members. For lower‑caste individuals, messages of subordination are internalized through a complex web of social institutions, religious doctrines, economic policies, and everyday interactions. This paper narrows its focus to examine […]
“The work of love is to lift up the soul.” Rainer Maria Rilke In the flickering light of history, there are moments when the cruelest of truths lie buried beneath layers of survival, ambition, and the desperate need to control. Much like the coral reefs at the bottom of the sea—once vibrant in their swampy […]
As the global warming crisis accelerates in 2025, the impact of climate change is no longer a theoretical concept—it’s a living, breathing disaster reshaping the world. While industrialized nations continue to invest in cleaner technologies and environmental strategies, developing countries like India, Africa, and Southeast Asia are bearing the brunt of this crisis. Unfortunately, these […]