As a forest officer patrols the vibrant Terai region of Uttar Pradesh, he reflects on how the Semal tree shapes the lives around it. This magnificent tree, admired for its striking beauty and various medicinal benefits, stands as a testament to the local culture.

As we race through adulthood, the innocent games of our youth fade into the background, often overlooked until they're nothing but wisps of memory. This reflection delves into that swift transition where carefree days give way to the demands of life.

Boredom is not an enemy but a friend. It helps rebalance the nervous system and calms anxiety. Allowing the mind to rest and process thoughts is crucial for mental well-being. Boredom also sparks imagination and creativity. Embracing idle moments can lead to new ideas and a more peaceful self. Try letting boredom in for clarity and peace of mind.

Scrolling through endless short videos can really numb us emotionally. It's like our brains get overloaded, and we only have shallow reactions instead of deep feelings. This constant stream of info makes it tough to truly connect with anything or anyone. We need to deliberately slow down, really soak in each moment, to get our emotional capacity back.

On a balmy Goa afternoon, a tall, thin man in glasses stood a few metres away from me as a bunch of us parents waited for our kids to emerge from the school gate.

Fourteen years after India claimed its independence, Goa finally breathed free air. Centuries spent under Portuguese grip forged a unique spirit among the Goans, galvanized by the visionary Ram Manohar Lohia’s call for resistance. Goan revolutionaries faced persecution and isolation, yet their resolve never waned.

Neelesh Misra recently had a chat with the cast of Netflix's 'The Railway Men' in Mumbai. He's now sharing his firsthand experience of that interview session. It sounds like he got to dive deep into their thoughts and feelings about the impactful series, giving us a behind-the-scenes peek into the making of this compelling show.

केरल के विशु पर्व की एक सुबह से शुरू होकर यह कथा स्मृतियों, परंपराओं और पीढ़ियों के बीच बहती हुई एक आईने तक पहुँचती है। अम्मा-पापा के सिखाए छोटे-छोटे रीति-रिवाज़, दादा की सुनाई कहानियाँ, गाँव की मिट्टी की महक और आरनमुला कन्नाडी की चमक—सब मिलकर यह बताती हैं कि कैसे साधारण सी वस्तुएँ हमारे भीतर घर, परिवार और विरासत की भावना को हमेशा जीवित रखती हैं।

Neelesh Misra gets honoured at IFFI Goa and he shares how the day became special with his daughter clapping for him in the audience.