Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them humanity cannot survive.”― Dalai Lama As an anthropologist and a writer I tend to see things around me with a lens that is more human in nature. In India the global Pandemic COVID-19 had hit strongly in March 2020. Since then I have been observing the COVID response very closely. It is definitely a very challenging time and the response a gigantic task for any country. Being in lockdown for weeks, pausing for a while, and putting a full stop to social, economic, and political activities has taken a toll on millions of lives. Be it rich or poor repercussions are…

India as a country is definitely growing but the human condition is deteriorating with each passing day. On one hand child labour is the big issue and on the other begging is a menace engulfed in a nexus. I saw this little girl on the eve of Republic Day. She was selling a flag and many more like her were on the roads that day. I saw in her eyes and could not stop myself from penning down my thoughts…. #ChildhoodAtStake She bents on my windowpane with an awful pain Her eyes struck mine thinking of some gain She holds my attention with that innocent face She bents on my…

I feel pride in interviewing you today. I always had this curiosity of knowing a female beatboxer as I never found one. You are unlike those beatboxers who dress up in a particular style. Seeing you beatboxing in a saree first comes as a surprise but I am sure one’s talent has nothing to do with the attire. So, tell me when was the first time you thought of learning this art form? I came across this art form when I was shown a video by one of my friends of Heymoonshaker beatboxing on streets. I was taken aback by the sounds he made. Prior to this, I was already…

She brings stories and the world of books to children as she believes in spreading the joy of reading with a right book. Offdhook in conversation with Ruchi Dhona, founder, Let's Open A Book.

Her zeal and passion towards Kathak is simply mind boggling. For her, Kathak is Sadhana which which gets enhanced with riyaaz (practice). She is doing her bit to keep this art form alive by running her own dance academy. In coversation with offdhook on her delightful journey.

The human condition in our country especially in slums is not something we can really feel proud. But, as citizens or as a society its our responsibility to contribute in the best way possible. On these lines, two sisters - Mona & Purvi planned to give 'Sahas' (courage) to the most vulnerable population living in the slums of Delhi 

She is a working mother who believes in living a healthy lifestyle. But, being a mother its not easy to plan goals and accomplish them. She has done it so can you! Meet Navdeep Malik, Head Wishful ( a premier occasion wear line by "W" ) 

voice is soul stirring, her style is energetic and her music is fresh, like this season’s strawberry! Yes, that’s how I love to define this young and bold singing diva. She is on her way to impress the world with her talent. Her magical voice and music blends beautifully with various organic and electronic elements. Her versatility has no boundaries as for her language can't stop her from singing so she has very well sang in Indian classical (Hindi&Bangla) and English western music. Believe me she is slaying it like a pro!! 

Rouble Nagi is the Founder of Rouble Nagi Art Foundation. She is an Award winning, internationally acclaimed artist who believes that colorful and vibrant surroundings can change lives of the people.

I met this young girl some time back in a rural village of Uttar Pradesh. She was sitting alone in her comfort zone, working on a piece of cloth. In some parts of our country, specially the rural belt, girls are still taught to do embroidery or other types of needlework as a part of household chore. My inquisitiveness to know and see what this young girl was upto, I approached her and started talking to her. She was so engrossed in her work that she hardly paid any attention to me. So, I just started a friendly conversation in order to make her at ease. She goes to school…