From tears to laughter: Navigating life’s punchlines
From childhood taunts to adult jests, the journey of one man’s relationship with humour is a winding road filled with laughter and tears I turned into an overweight boy very early in my life. I still remember an incident from my childhood. My younger brother called me ‘Fatso’ in front of...
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Cold comfort
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Maya sees political grass greener in Harit Pradesh
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Ladakh’s path to autonomy: Overcoming adversity
23 April 2024 | Hari Om -
A tale of hidden wealth, regret and liberation
23 April 2024 | Ravi Valluri -
The timeless allure of bookstores
23 April 2024 | Mike Downey -
Celebrating World Book and Copyright Day
22 April 2024 | Biju Dharamapalan -
New beginnings
22 April 2024 | Pioneer
Iran-Israel: On the brink of war or hype
Iran’s attack and Israel’s retaliation threaten to reshape the established rules of engagement and have the potential to destabilise the region Iran launched a significant assault on Israel during the night of April 13-14, deploying 300 drones and missiles from its territory towards Israeli territories, including Jerusalem, the Golan Heights and...
Govt schemes are transforming lives in rural Rajasthan
Loyara village serves as a microcosm of resilience and progress, fuelled by education and community empowerment We typically receive our ration between the 1st and 3rd of each month. If it’s ever delayed, my grandchildren inquire why we haven’t received it from the ration dealer. The younger generation in my household...
Understanding the impact of FOMO
In the age of social media, the Fear Of Missing Out has become rampant Ever found individuals befuddling when they see photos or updates from parties, gatherings, or events they were not invited to or witness their colleagues or peers receiving accolades, promotions or career advancements…Well such situations may evoke FOMO...
With power freebies, debt comes calling
The core dilemma persists: How to prevent debt while ensuring universal electricity access? This issue entails policy intricacies and power sector reforms In an interview, Union Power Minister RK Singh revealed he has been telling States that electricity is not free. “If any State wants to give free power to any...
Rahul Gandhi holds on to Wayanad despite speculation
The decision comes as a strategic move, influenced by a variety of factors, including local dynamics and broader political alliances in Kerala. Even as the Indian National Congress was burning midnight oil about the Lok Sabha constituency from where Rahul Gandhi would contest this time, The Pioneer has reported that the...
Mind, the key to Hidden Fortune
True wealth lies not in material possessions but in the freedom of mind Once upon a time lived a woman. She was struck with an unexpected tragedy as her husband passed away untimely. The lady was now left with only one son and precious jewellery. Since she was hounded by creditors...
Human-elephant conflict: The way out
To ensure the protection of these majestic creatures, it is imperative to revisit and revise legislative frameworks with a focus on ecological sustainability India’s rich biodiversity includes a significant population of Asian elephants, which are not only an integral part of the country’s wildlife heritage but also hold cultural and religious...
