The epoch names in the history of freedom struggle, are a testimony to the fact that men dominated most aspects of our social lives. Even the women’s movements such as Abolition of Sati and Widow Remarriage were triumphed by men. However, the national awakening in the 19th century gave rise to many new faces in […]

Food is as essential to life as breathing. Besides its function to provide essential nutritional support to the body, it plays a dominant role in our social lives as well. It is intrinsic to our cultures and inherent in the rituals, festivals and ceremonies. In fact, FOOD in rituals and customs has become so intrinsic […]

“Great coders are today’s rock stars.” – will.i.am Living in the 21 century, we might think the situation is getting better for both the genders. However, the statistics differ. According to the US census, the percentage of women working in the technical sector today have reduced since the 1990s. Today, a quarter of the tech workforce […]

Ransomware – a word that can instill fear in the hearts of CIOs, end users and security pros alike. It is a company’s worst nightmare. As the company staff starts work with the thought of the day’s agenda and find themselves to be greeted by an on-screen timer where the digital counter keeps ticking off […]

Sport aims to improve physical ability and skills of the players while providing enjoyment of the participants and spectators alike. It gives us the opportunity to enhance our physical fitness, leadership qualities and social and interactive skills. The culture of sports, however, remains encroached by extreme rules and severe dress codes. It makes us question […]

Artificial Intelligence has been fascinating for decades and it is now coming forth as a reality. Scientists have made breakthroughs in machine-learning using neural networks which mimic the functioning of real neurons. These machines process information on a very sophisticated level, performing various complex functions like facial recognition. While this technology is rudimentary at the […]

Neerja Bhanot, will always be remembered as the saviour of 360 lives on the Pan Am 73 flight. However, that’s not the only time she showed courage in face of adversity. The gutsy lady walked out of an abusive relationship which had devoid her of self-respect. She came out of it shining, holding her head […]

The Internet came as a boon to us in the 1990s but has come to dominate our lives only in the 20th century. So deep are the shackles of Digital media that they have encroached something as fundamental as communication and physical interaction. People handle their businesses, hire and fire their staff, interact with their near […]