Name at First Sight The Europeans, especially the Portuguese, had a wonderfully simple approach to naming the lands they encountered. It wasn't about intricate maps or deep dives into local cultures; it was more like love at first sight. Approaching the
The Cornerstone Story: How Iranians Shaped Bombay The scent of cardamom and freshly baked bread hangs heavy in the Bombay air, a fragrant testament to a quiet revolution. It wasn't always this way. Decades ago, when Iranians began arriving in India,
My Personal Breathtaking Journey My relationship with breath has been a profound teacher, a constant companion through diverse and demanding experiences. It began on the rugged slopes of Dolmi Barrack, a 6,041-meter peak in the Ladakh ranges. Up there, in the
The Darién Gap: A Perilous Path to the American Dream Driven by economic hardship, limited legal pathways to the US, and often misled by smugglers' promises, migrants, including Indians, are increasingly risking their lives crossing the treacherous Darién Gap. This inhospitable
We Got the Power & Bitcoin Too! Bitcoin mining is energy-intensive because it relies on a "proof-of-work" system. Miners compete to solve complex cryptographic puzzles to validate transactions and add them to the blockchain. These puzzles are deliberately designed to be
The Cobra Effect: The Epitome of Unintended Consequence from India Life operates on the principle of cause and effect, yet the ripple effects of our actions often extend beyond our comprehension. This is the realm of unintended consequences (UCs), where
Astika and Nastika: Understanding Indian Philosophical Classifications In Indian philosophy, the terms "Astika" and "Nastika" are used to classify different schools of thought, primarily within Hinduism but also including some non-Hindu traditions. The distinction is based on whether a school accepts