National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) students say their parents feel a hint of embarrassment for admitting their children in the ‘other’ educational board. Asha* had spent hours studying for her math exam for the last few weeks, but like many teachers she knew, her math teacher carried the notion that students from National Institute […]
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Senior citizens said that civic authorities have done little to improve the shoddy condition of footpaths. *Aruna walks slowly towards a fruit and vegetable shop which is just a few blocks away from her house in Jayanagar. Wearing her favourite pink and cream saree, the 73-year-old walks with an unusual enjoyment in her steps. She […]
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The Janata Party state president also said there could be a possible alliance between Janata Party and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). State President of Janata party B. T. Lalitha Naik has demanded a probe into BJP Vijayapura Member of legislative assembly (MLA)Basanagouda Patil Yatnal’s claim that he was offered Chief Minister’s (CM) post for Rs. […]
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Despite trains providing amenities like newspapers, food and other comforts, senior citizens face many challenges while travelling in Indian trains. *Vaideh is lowly trudges along the platform—the train has already arrived, and she has made it just in time. The 72-year-old adjusts the folds in her sky-blue saree and clutches her prayer beads as she […]
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Bengaluru teachers do not want stringent dress codes anymore, but Karnataka education minister B. C. Nagesh says the sari garners respect. Bengaluru: On a hot May afternoon, *Shumona Chatterjee arrived in Bengaluru—although she missed Kolkata, she was excited to embark on her teaching journey in the bustling metropolis. Over the next month, she diligently planned […]
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Article 20 of the Pakistan’s constitution guarantees religious freedom to its citizens, but Ahmadiyyas and other communities continue to fear persecution and killing amid the ongoing political crisis. “Go, *Ali,” cried *Ayesha. “Those cold-blooded murderers killed your father—run my son, fly away to a distant land,” she said to her lanky son, who was in […]
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The Institution of Engineers (IEI) wants the government to take stronger steps in the Mekedatu project. The Indian Institution of Engineers (IEI) said today that Karnataka government should immediately implement the Mekedatu project, but environmentalists point to the negative effects the project will have on the ecosystem. M. Lakshman, Chairman of IEI, said, “Dam construction […]
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Although Indian schools and colleges appoint counselors to foster the mental health development of students, there are no measures to help teachers with their own mental health. “Hello, Miss *Maria?” said a stern voice as she picked up the phone. “Yes, please tell me,” Maria said patiently, as her eyes anxiously glanced at the pile […]
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Media literacy is still an additional workshop in Indian schools and a touchy topic in Indian homes—teachers, media experts and sociologists say that this needs to change. Bengaluru: It is 2 p.m., an hour after lunch break. As *Ishita looks out of her classroom window, she sees the gloomy grey clouds fill Bengaluru’s skies. She […]
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They say that work from Home (WFH) during the pandemic helped them quit unhealthy habits and improve their mental health. It is 6 P.M. Most of India’s corporate employees are on their way home to relax and unwind with their families. As *Soumya grabs her professional camera and purse to race down the stairs before […]
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