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Sleep Deprivation: The Silent Crisis of Modern Life

In today’s fast-paced world, sleep is often treated as a luxury rather than a necessity. Long working hours, endless digital distractions, and the pressure to remain constantly productive have created a culture where sacrificing sleep is sometimes worn as a badge of honour. Yet beneath this relentless pursuit of success lies a growing public health […]

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Digital Childhood: Are Screens Raising the Next Generation?

A generation ago, childhood was largely spent outdoors—playing in parks, riding bicycles, reading books, and learning through face-to-face interactions. Today, childhood is increasingly unfolding behind glowing screens. From smartphones and tablets to online classrooms and streaming platforms, digital devices have become an inseparable part of growing up. While technology has transformed education and communication for

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Urban Flooding: Why Do Our Cities Drown After Every Heavy Rain?

Every monsoon, scenes of flooded roads, stranded vehicles, submerged homes, and overflowing drains dominate headlines across India. Cities that are considered economic and technological hubs often come to a standstill after just a few hours of heavy rainfall. While many blame the intensity of the rain, the real question is: why do our cities continue

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Encroachment vs Development: Who Owns Public Land?

As cities expand and populations grow, the demand for land has increased dramatically. Roads, housing projects, markets, and commercial spaces are essential for development. At the same time, illegal encroachments on footpaths, parks, riverbanks, government land, and other public spaces have become a growing concern. This raises a difficult question: where should the line be

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Floods Every Year: Can Assam Finally Break the Cycle?

For the people of Assam, the arrival of the monsoon brings both hope and hardship. While the rains nourish agriculture and sustain the mighty Brahmaputra River, they also bring devastating floods that affect millions every year. Homes are submerged, crops are destroyed, roads are washed away, and thousands of families are forced into relief camps.

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The Fear of Failure: Why Are Young People Afraid to Take Risks?

Every generation faces challenges, but today’s young people are growing up in an environment where success is often celebrated while failure is quietly hidden. Academic achievements, high-paying jobs, entrepreneurial success, and social media recognition have become common measures of accomplishment. Amid these rising expectations, many young people are becoming increasingly hesitant to take risks. This

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The Garbage Challenge: Why Are Clean Cities Still So Difficult to Build?

A clean city is often seen as a reflection of a civilized society. Well-maintained streets, efficient waste collection, clean public spaces, and healthy surroundings not only improve the quality of life but also attract tourism, investment, and economic growth. Over the past decade, India has made remarkable progress in sanitation through initiatives such as the

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Youth Migration from the Northeast: Why Are So Many Leaving Home?

The Northeast is one of India’s most culturally diverse and naturally beautiful regions. Rich in natural resources, vibrant traditions, and talented young people, it has immense potential for growth. Yet every year, thousands of young people leave states such as Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim to study, work, or settle

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