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'A' Political Pageant
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'A' Political Pageant

Criteria to determine beauty have been challenged by feminists across the world, but some feel it can be liberating

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4 mins  |
March 21, 2024
Chasing Perfection
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Chasing Perfection

In an ideal society, we will not need the freedom of extreme choice to change the way we look. There will be no pressure on us to look perfect

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4 mins  |
March 21, 2024
She's Got the Look
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She's Got the Look

There is enormous pressure on women to look flawless and young. But at what cost?

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6 mins  |
March 21, 2024
Beauty's Dark Underbelly
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Beauty's Dark Underbelly

The more women succumb to the pressure of living up to the ever-elusive beauty ideal, the more they get trapped into it

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6 mins  |
March 21, 2024
The Curse of Being Beautiful
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The Curse of Being Beautiful

It can be a threat. It can be almost impossible to find work, no matter how good your portfolio is

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7 mins  |
March 21, 2024
"Men Can Age Without Penalty"
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"Men Can Age Without Penalty"

In her landmark essay titled 'The Double Standard of Aging' (1972), American writer and critic Susan Sontag analysed how aging affects men and women in deeply different ways. Society is much more permissive about aging in men than in women. Men feel regret about growing older, while women are made to feel panic and disgust. The double standard about aging denounces women with special severity and measures their worth on the basis of age and looks. Excerpts from the essay

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3 mins  |
March 21, 2024
Age-old Formula
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Age-old Formula

Many ageing Bollywood actors get to play romantic leads and action heroes, but actresses still grapple with ageism and gender bias

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6 mins  |
March 21, 2024
An Experience to Cherish
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An Experience to Cherish

Growing older gives you perspective and hindsight. You have a long trajectory to look back on and learn life lessons

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5 mins  |
March 21, 2024
"Beauty is a Social Construct"
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"Beauty is a Social Construct"

WHITE being considered the ideal of beauty for women, especially in India, is part of a cruel dynamic. White is not a skin colour, whiteness is a social construct. Ancient Greek statues are often assumed to represent idealised white, 'natural' beauty. This is a projection of modern biases. Scientific advances reveal its original appearance: a woman with an olive or light brown complexion and heavily made-up, her hair, possibly Afro-textured.

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2 mins  |
March 21, 2024
Unbeautiful
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Unbeautiful

THE ingrained order of my adolescent years lay in religiously cropped short hair and ridiculously tailored dresses copied from fashion magazines.

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1 min  |
March 21, 2024
Difficult Women
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Difficult Women

\"The beauty myth is always actually prescribing behaviour and not appearance.\" -Naomi Wolf, The Beauty Myth

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5 mins  |
March 21, 2024
Happy To Acquiesce?
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Happy To Acquiesce?

Nehru's approach to China was based on his concept of Asian solidarity for which he sacrificed India’s core interests

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6 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Languages of a Lesser God?
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Languages of a Lesser God?

Writing and publishing in Indian languages are terribly devalued today

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6 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Emerging as a transformative force
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Emerging as a transformative force

From understanding intricate financial nuances to reshaping the dynamics of property choices, women are rewriting the narrative in real estate

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3 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Demolition Row
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Demolition Row

The bulldozer has become a weapon for political hegemony in many states

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5 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Steering Empowerment and Inclusive Progress
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Steering Empowerment and Inclusive Progress

In celebration of Women's Day, we sit down with Ishiqa Multani, President of Sagar Group of Hospitals, for an insightful interview on her journey as a female leader in the healthcare industry. From overcoming challenges to fostering diversity and empowerment, Ishiqa shares her experiences and offers valuable advice to aspiring professionals. Join us as we delve into the inspiring story of resilience, determination, and leadership

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3 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Voices from the Ground
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Voices from the Ground

A grieving family, the missing women, the aftermath of clashes and the ongoing protests stories from Shambhu and Khanauri borders

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6 mins  |
March 11, 2024
WOMEN ARCHITECTS OF NEW INDIA, Inspire Inclusion let's forge a more inclusive world for Women
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WOMEN ARCHITECTS OF NEW INDIA, Inspire Inclusion let's forge a more inclusive world for Women

The women architects of New India continue to prove their mettle by defying societal norms, shattering glass ceilings, inspiring generations, and shaping the history of our country

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10+ mins  |
March 11, 2024
A Visionary Leader Inspiring The Modern Generation
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A Visionary Leader Inspiring The Modern Generation

In recognition of her services in the field of education, Dr Johnson was selected as one among the Top 12 Women Transforming India in 2016 by NITI Aayog and the UN. She was also honoured by former President of India Pranab Mukherjee as one among the 100 impactful women of India for her consistent efforts to provide world-class education to all

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3 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Innovation Growth Empowerment
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Innovation Growth Empowerment

A winner with sharp strategic insight and great team management, fosters innovation, sustainability, and community involvement

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2 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Riding the Wave
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Riding the Wave

A combat veteran, who knows the cost of war and the value of human life

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2 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Dr Chandni Kapadia Exemplifying strong women leaders
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Dr Chandni Kapadia Exemplifying strong women leaders

Chandni Kapadia, Executive Director, GLS University, is a multi-skilled entrepreneur who has made a mark in all the fields she has ventured. Her professional journey from being a fashion professional to heading a leading university is an inspiration for all

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2 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Economic Modernist to Populist Personalism
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Economic Modernist to Populist Personalism

The base for newly independent India’s development was set in the 1950s during a crisis period in the world

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8 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Theatre of the ABSURD
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Theatre of the ABSURD

From his linens sent to Paris for cleaning to his affairs, the public discourse on Nehru has become personal

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7 mins  |
March 11, 2024
The Man & His Legacy
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The Man & His Legacy

THE Preamble of our Constitution constantly reminds us that We, the people of India, gave unto ourselves a beautiful ecumenical Constitution, and ushered in a sort of a social revolution, a national renaissance.

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5 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Women Break Through the Khaki Glass Ceiling In Bihar
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Women Break Through the Khaki Glass Ceiling In Bihar

The Nitish Kumar government has taken pioneering initiatives to increase women's participation in the police force, empower women and enable sensitive policing.

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1 min  |
March 11, 2024
Policy Booster for Industrial Development of Bihar
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Policy Booster for Industrial Development of Bihar

With its investor-friendly policies, the Nitish Kumar government has underlined Bihar's new identity as the Land of Industry’, which is widely known for its industrious people and hardworking labour force.

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9 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Anchored in Cosmopolitanism
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Anchored in Cosmopolitanism

Nehru’s Non-Aligned Movement was about freedom of choices

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3 mins  |
March 11, 2024
A Flawed Leader
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A Flawed Leader

The BJP blames Nehru for the many ills the country had to face

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6 mins  |
March 11, 2024
Naysayers and Nehru
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Naysayers and Nehru

Many ruling party politicians misquote him or fabricate his quotes. Social media platforms serve as battlegrounds for spreading conspiracy theories about him

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6 mins  |
March 11, 2024