One of the largest countries, India is at 64 rank as of today in Paris Olympics. Country is happy to celebrate whatever little is there. More than half of the events, we don’t even participate. Wherever we do, is the last minute inclusion. No one else to blame but ourselves.

Postponing decision on Vinesh Phokat’s appeal thrice shows the tight spot the commission is in. As Weighin is conducted before each bout, natural justice demands that She should had been disqualified for finals alone and awarded a silver medal. But current rules don’t allow it.

Heinous crimes cannot be controlled through quick fix reactions and following compartmentalised approach. Entire ecosystem from upbringing of males of the species, Instilling fear of punishment on the perpetrators, quick and proportionate justice delivery system are needed.

While introducing children to alphanumeric functions, they should also be made aware of the weight, time, vectors,distance and velocity etc., as early as possible. This will open a new world of possibilities to them. Instead of rote learning, it is imperative to clear concepts.

Is it a mere coincidence that the Fabian Society and the INC were formed respectively on January 1884 and December 1885? These organisations were action research labs for testing the hypotheses of ‘controlled opposition’ without ushering cataclysmic changes.

Many teachers in schools give their students homework. Can we think of a system to provoke a child’s curiosity. Other important aspect is outdoor activities for children. As all schools don’t have individual playgrounds, such facilities should be utilised on sharing basis.

The most important hurdle to greater equity in India is the invisibility to affluent sections of the society of the living conditions and daily experiences of the common people. Elites no longer depend on state for their health, education, security and several other requirements

According to wise men, success consists of only four steps. Experiment,Fail,Learn and Repeat. So try again, fail again, but fail better. That is the key to success.

To carry out GIS survey, onus of providing information is on the citizens. Does it mean that the civic agency lack that data? Ideally, the information with the civic agency , should be verified with the citizens. More so, focus should be on status of public utilities.

Seeing the general discourse these days, I thought, sharing a quote. “Conversation is an exercise of the mind; gossip is merely an exercise of the tongue”. It is now for people to decide whether we indulge in more of conversation or gossip.

Antisocial elements thrive on posting provocative comments against other groups. A dedicated grievance redressal mechanism to social media platforms adjucating on provocative posts can be a small step to ensure social harmony. Isn’t ‘reporting’ a better option than ‘reacting’?

According to Yuval Noah Harari, “the computer based network is a new type of bureaucracy that is far more powerful and relentless than any human based bureaucracy we have seen before.” It is now time for the society to be aware of the new babu.

Most of us are familiar with air, water and noise pollution. The next wave consisted of waste management including nuclear, hazardous and electronic wastes, containment of electromagnetic radiation. in the near future, artificial intelligence is going to pollute our infosphere.

One of the biggest Peepal (ficus religiosa) trees in India.

Driving automobiles on mountain roads and hilly tracks, requires higher standards of vehicle fitness and driving skills. As most of the accidents are attributed to large passenger vehicles such as buses , it is advisable to replace them with minivans in all states on such routes

Most of us have at times, experience a queue for greeting hosts and newly weds. The bottle neck is due to the guests getting photographed at the Dias. A separate photo counter with little help of photo shopping /AI can avoid such queue of greeters especially in large gatherings.

People talk about crores of people taking holidip in Mahakumbh. Low and behold at 7:30 PM on 23rd February, the 40.3 crores TV viewers were watching India, Pakistan, ICC champions trophy match

Has the USA assured India for a time bound solution on PoJK in lieu of ceasefire?

Indian Premier League has revolutionised cricket commentary by transmitting it in 14 languages. Every viewer is free to select a preferred language. This facility should be extended to all the OTTs platforms and Applications.

India should invite persons like Vivek Ramaswamy and offer them all facilities to flourish in India. Let the US deal with their racial and religious issues.