Author: Nandita Gadgil
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In school days
In school days, teachers tried hard to give lessons. They explained how laws are made and followed. They also pointed out how naughty kids are breaking them. But those were the days when you explore things and make mistakes to learn so nothing was intentional except curiosity. Once in our…
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Well-read
I don’t think this would happen but if it does, then It would be ‘Well-read’. You know why these biographies are generally written? Because authors typically consider the topic’s significance, which in my case is very common. The potential audience will be none. Any unique story, no way!! It’s just…
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The era of peace
I think as compared to myself my parents were steady and calm in parenting. Both of them were working but never worried about if their kids are doing well. They were not worried about us going to school on bicycle. They did not use tracking / phone to confirm our…
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Rethinking Reservations: A Step Toward Equality
The Origin of Reservations in Maharashtra Reservations in India, including Maharashtra, were introduced to uplift historically disadvantaged communities. The policy aimed to provide opportunities in education and jobs to marginalized groups who faced systemic discrimination. The idea was to bridge social inequalities and ensure fair representation, but over time, its…
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Home
A home should feel like a home, Not just standing walls It should be filled with love and warmth, Not just relations false Words should carry meaning deep, Not just sounding speech Hearts should blend in harmony, Not just repeating screech Meanings should hold true value, Not just coins clinking…
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Recheck
Imagine the first blooming bud of a new lotus in the garden. Picture perfectly good quality peas in a pod without a worm. There are absolutely no issues in everyday curry cooked by me. Clients approve the sample copy. Kids have good marks in exam. Husband is actually paying attention…
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Hindi Movies
I agree that over time, interests change. Certain activities that once brought excitement may no longer hold the same appeal. One such activity is watching Hindi movies.I will not say that Hindi movies of our times were so great that now I find new films boring. But I guess because…
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Orange drops
What a beautiful word this is! Just hearing it brings a smile to our faces. It takes us down memory lane, back to the first time we met her. Those were the days of simple needs, small joys, and immense happiness. Childhood is an investment that offers the highest returns.…
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Telecallers
Have you ever received unending calls about your home loan, your car insurance, your investment, your mobile balance, data, your health, or your life? Oh yes, they keep coming! I really need a break from these things. Because it takes a lot to keep calm and say thanks to them…
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To bell a cat
I respect the invention of smartphones and internet, in journey of communication. But at the same time, Isn’t it too much? With landline…we could talk to distant person… With cordless, we were not ready to stay at one place and wanted to roam around in the house. Our fidgety nature…
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