Author: Sharad Natani
Once a peaceful village nestled beneath snow-capped cliffs and ancient “sky caves,” Samjung in Nepal’s Upper Mustang has become a haunting symbol of the climate crisis. At over 13,000 feet above sea level, the Buddhist village lived for generations on barley farming, sheep grazing, and spiritual rhythm. Today, it stands abandoned — the latest casualty of a warming planet. What Happened to Samjung? As snowfall disappeared and springs dried up, life turned into a daily struggle for water. Once thriving glacial streams vanished. Mud homes collapsed in sudden flash floods. Fields cracked. Crops failed. The villagers had no choice but…
In a world where IT jobs and engineering degrees define success, Madhura Ghane chose a path less traveled. Once an Infosys employee, Madhura—now known by her stage name Mahi G—has transformed into a powerful voice for India’s marginalized through the art of rap. Born in the Forest, Raised for the Fight Hailing from the Mahadev Koli Adivasi community in Maharashtra’s Kalan village, Madhura is the daughter of a bus conductor. Despite landing a prestigious job at Infosys, she knew her destiny was not behind a desk—it was on stage, with a mic in hand and truth in her lyrics. Her…
In a major push to tackle unemployment and boost job creation, the Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has greenlit a massive Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme worth Rs 1.07 lakh crore. The ambitious plan is expected to generate over 3.5 crore new jobs across India, with a special focus on the manufacturing sector. What’s in It for First-Time Employees? First-time job entrants will receive direct benefits: One month’s wages (up to Rs 15,000) as a joining incentive. An additional Rs 3,000 per month for two years, provided the employment is retained for at least six months. Employers…
Commuters and logistics operators across Maharashtra may face serious disruptions as transporters, including private bus and truck operators, have begun an indefinite strike starting Tuesday. United under the banner of “Vahatukdar Bachao Kruti Samiti,” the protesting transporters are raising red flags against what they call “unjust and forceful” e-challan fine collections and other unresolved issues. The strike is likely to impact goods movement, public transport, and inter-city connectivity across the state. Key Demands of the Protesters The transporters have outlined several demands: -Immediate halt to forced e-challan fine collection -Waiver of existing traffic penalties -Withdrawal of the mandatory ‘cleaner’ rule…
While most doctors chase careers in plush metro hospitals, Dr. S M Ziaur Rahman made the reverse journey — from a high-paying job in Delhi to a modest clinic in Khagaria, Bihar, where he treats patients for just Rs50. The turning point? A patient encounter that felt too personal to ignore. “He was poor, anxious, and had travelled over 1,200 km just to get treatment in Delhi — only to tell me he was from Khagaria, my own district. That shook me,” says Dr. Rahman. At the time, Dr. Rahman worked in the non-invasive cardiac department of a reputed Delhi…
The wait is finally coming to an end for thousands of aspiring Chartered Accountants across India. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially announced that the CA Final, Intermediate, and Foundation exam results for the May 2025 session will be declared on July 6, 2025. This much-anticipated announcement has brought a wave of excitement, nervous energy, and relief among students who’ve been eagerly awaiting their scores. What You Need to Know CA Final & Intermediate Results: Will be available around 2 PM on July 6, 2025 CA Foundation Result: Will be announced later in the day, at…