Today in the news were a bunch of students who set out to protest against the terrible air quality in Delhi. This has been an issue for a long time now and its been international news as well - Delhi's pollution levels are so high that habitation is a risk in the capital city. The... Continue Reading →
Anatomy of a Digital Scandal: How the Dharmasthala Controversy Unraveled the Mechanics of Online Disinformation
The Dharmasthala mass burial case stands as a compelling case study in the modern phenomenon of online disinformation and its profound impact on public discourse and institutional reputation. The controversy (that of skeletal remains), which began in July 2025, was not an event whose narrative was shaped by traditional investigative journalism or judicial process, but... Continue Reading →
Short stories | ‘Elysium’
Tarun becomes obsessed with an anonymous Instagram influencer named Sophia. He discovers that she might be a creation of Elysium Profiles, fueled by multiple freelancers, including Rachel, who struggles with her own issues. After befriending Rachel, Tarun feels compelled to help her recover, believing she embodies a part of Sophia’s idealized persona.
Unwanted Touch: Breaking the Silence on Harassment
Influencer Mansi Suravase filmed an incident where a man harassed her on the stairs, leading to her slapping him after questioning his behavior. This serves as an indicator of deeper societal issues regarding women's safety and entitlement. Mansi's response empowers women to stand against harassment, highlighting the need for accountability and awareness.
The Double-Edged Scroll: Social Media Influencers and the Relentless Rise of Consumerism
The digital age has intensified consumerism, particularly through social media influencers, impacting vulnerable demographics like teenagers. Their curated lifestyles shape purchasing behaviors, fostering feelings of inadequacy and impulsive buying. To navigate this landscape, individuals should cultivate critical thinking, mindful consumption, and support ethical brands while reclaiming agency in a consumer-driven society.
Lessons millennials can learn from Gen-Z in the workplace
This content explores the potential growth opportunities for millennials by learning from Generation Z's workplace attitudes. It highlights Gen Z's strengths in technology adaptability, mental health prioritization, flexible work arrangements, diversity advocacy, authenticity, boundary-setting, and collaborative innovation. These lessons can help millennials foster a more inclusive and productive work environment.
One mistake content creators must avoid
Writing, or any form of content creation for that matter is way more challenging than it seems – especially when the creator is his/her own harshest critic and has a keen eye for detail. I belong to the category of writers who aren’t easily satisfied with their own work and aren’t at all the type... Continue Reading →
Patterns of outrage against rape
Rape is a disgusting, blotting reality on humanity that actually has neither an appropriate punishment nor retribution. If a human being cannot sympathize with the horrors of the moments that a girl undergoes while she is raped, he or them are incapable of any form of compassion and no punishment can change that. Which is... Continue Reading →
Quarantine content – Be careful what you consume
Social media sees endless amount of content with regard to ‘utilizing quarantine time’ to ‘make ourselves better’ every single day. With pretty much the entire world locked down, the internet is taken so much for granted that every second we have a load of new content providing suggestions to make the best use of this... Continue Reading →