Have you ever felt like being teleported to a city in a whisker? One minute, you’re experiencing the suave of Italian Sopranos and Godfathers, and the next; you’re living the American dream. Sounds impossible, right? But it's not when you transform your living room with...
Never before in the history of humanity has a woman had the opportunities she has today, simply because technology has leveled the playing field. When physical strength was determining life, naturally the masculine would dominate. Now that technology has leveled things, whether you are male...
Being a boy mom means I do not have any daughters to pass down the feminine wisdom I’ve gathered over my lifetime, but I hope sharing some of it with you, dear readers, will benefit you as we reflect on what it means to be...
March 8 is International Women’s Day, a day to honor and celebrate the achievements of women in all fields. Among them, one of the most challenging yet rewarding professions is law enforcement. Women in policing have come a long way from being confined to administrative...
What inspired you to take up snooker, and when did you realize it could become a professional career?I was introduced to snooker in 2000 by a friend, Hemang Badani, a left-handed batsman, from Tamil Nadu. We went to a pool snooker parlor and I realized...
She was all of 21 when she became the highest wicket-taker in the Women's Premier League (WPL) where she played for her home team Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). A key factor in RCB clinching their maiden WPL title in 2024, cricketer Shreyanka Patil went on...
From a young age, many women are conditioned to seek validation from the world around them. Compliments on their appearance, praise for being accommodating, and recognition for their ability to care for others become ingrained as measures of self-worth. But why does this need for...
In an era where healthcare transcends borders, Dr. Galal Ahmed Dawood Hamid stands as a shining example of diplomacy through medicine. Over three decades, this Chennai-based African healthcare specialist has been instrumental in bridging the healthcare divide between India and over 30 countries, particularly in...
Dr. Nithyasree Mahadevan, a prominent Carnatic vocalist, carries forward a rich musical legacy shaped by generations of luminaries in her family. She fondly recalls the influence of her grandmother, the legendary D.K. Pattammal, who was both an inspiration and mentor. With the unwavering support of...
With over 16,000 books of different genre available in the British Council's Digital Library, readers have access to a treasure trove of thought-provoking books that celebrates languages in all its richness. This International Mother Language Day, the British Council spotlights five must-read books that will...
