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\u201cThe things you own end up owning you. It's only after you lose everything that you're free to do anything.\u201d\u2015 Chuck Palahniuk, Fight Club <\/p>
Materialism,that is what our previous generation have followed and living with. They preferred things over people and experiences. Get a job,car,house and live a life around it. \"naya ghar naya car\". They preferred owning things. Many of them built a routine around the materialistic life and started calling it a life.<\/p>
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New generation have started showing their mark. People started moving from place to place hunting for new experiences rather than owning things at a place. Materialistic things have now taken a backseat. Experiential economy have started thriving all around the world. People prefer spending money on doing things rather than merely owing them. Experience is their high and feeling their new luxury. This generation doesn't want to accumulate things like their older generation.Things doesn't come with you, but experiences and feelings do come. Follow your intuition and live around experiences.<\/p>
Author's note:<\/i><\/b><\/p>
Experiential economy:As economy in which many goods or services are sold by emphasising the effect they can have on people's lives.<\/i><\/b><\/p>
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Live a Life!!<\/i><\/b><\/p>
<\/i><\/b>\u201cIf everyone demanded peace instead of another television set, then there'd be peace.\u201d\u2015 John Lennon <\/u><\/p>
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Original, simple, passionate, and free of props and music. This is poetry in its purest form. This is the VM Slam. <\/p>
\n\nThis Verba Maximus<\/a><\/b>, stimulate the senses and enthral the masses as you recite out your original piece of art and ink in not more than 4 minutes to make your mark among the finest, at one of the largest literary fest of the country <\/b><\/p>Hurry Up!<\/b><\/p>Book your slot <\/b>NOW!<\/b><\/a><\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547117523657","data":"5c37188f826fb"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547117523658","data":"We also have Abish Mathew<\/b> who will be performing. <\/p>Abish Mathew <\/b> is a stand-up comedian and a YouTube performer. He is known for his work with All India Bakchod, as the host of Comicstaan and as the host of Son of Abish. \n\nAbish is one of the famous stand-up comedians of this gen , and is known to be the most experienced and unique comedians in the country. He also worked with reputed Indian comedy companies like East India Company and The Papa CJ comedy, and he has performed many shows globally. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547117523659","data":"5c3718cf373f0"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547117523660","data":"When- 19th and 20th of January 2019.<\/b> <\/p> Where - BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus <\/b><\/p>How to Attend - Book Here Now<\/a><\/b><\/p> Make sure you mark the date, for this is where change begins with just a drop of ink.\" <\/p>"}]
Hurry Up!<\/b><\/p>
Book your slot <\/b>NOW!<\/b><\/a><\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547117523657","data":"5c37188f826fb"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547117523658","data":"We also have Abish Mathew<\/b> who will be performing. <\/p>Abish Mathew <\/b> is a stand-up comedian and a YouTube performer. He is known for his work with All India Bakchod, as the host of Comicstaan and as the host of Son of Abish. \n\nAbish is one of the famous stand-up comedians of this gen , and is known to be the most experienced and unique comedians in the country. He also worked with reputed Indian comedy companies like East India Company and The Papa CJ comedy, and he has performed many shows globally. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547117523659","data":"5c3718cf373f0"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547117523660","data":"When- 19th and 20th of January 2019.<\/b> <\/p> Where - BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus <\/b><\/p>How to Attend - Book Here Now<\/a><\/b><\/p> Make sure you mark the date, for this is where change begins with just a drop of ink.\" <\/p>"}]
We also have Abish Mathew<\/b> who will be performing. <\/p>
Abish Mathew <\/b> is a stand-up comedian and a YouTube performer. He is known for his work with All India Bakchod, as the host of Comicstaan and as the host of Son of Abish. \n\nAbish is one of the famous stand-up comedians of this gen , and is known to be the most experienced and unique comedians in the country. He also worked with reputed Indian comedy companies like East India Company and The Papa CJ comedy, and he has performed many shows globally. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547117523659","data":"5c3718cf373f0"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547117523660","data":"
When- 19th and 20th of January 2019.<\/b> <\/p>
Where - BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus <\/b><\/p>
How to Attend - Book Here Now<\/a><\/b><\/p> Make sure you mark the date, for this is where change begins with just a drop of ink.\" <\/p>"}]
Make sure you mark the date, for this is where change begins with just a drop of ink.\" <\/p>"}]
Everyone has that one crack head friend who is completely and utterly obsessed with horror films and the macabre; and if you don\u2019t have a friend like that, then it\u2019s probably you. When it comes to me and my group of idiots, we are all a bunch of teenage addicts of adrenaline rush. Who wouldn't want to feel like a super human every now and then even though its for a very short time? That's what adrenaline rush does to you.<\/p>
I'm one step away from becoming an adult and to whoever said that ageing is a beautiful feeling-Let me tell you pal, that is absolute crap.<\/p>
When I was eighteen-months-old, a lot of things happened. If you really thought I was going to share everything I did as a baby, then there's something wrong with you. I'm not Lucky<\/a>. I don't even remember what I ate for yesterday's dinner. That's how good my memory power is. Impressive, isn't it?<\/p>My childhood passed in a flash at lightening speed. It was cringe-worthy and not worth sharing at all. I did everything from sneaking out to stealing money. You know, the typical childhood of an Indian girl.<\/p>When I was thirteen, insecurities were over the top of everything in my life and confidence wasn't even on the list. My young self was naive enough to let people's words get through my head. I didn't fit in. Friendship was pretty non-existent. I was an introvert. I still am. I hated crowds. I still do. I was terrified of speaking in public. I almost fell into depression. It was dark times. But as Dumbledore said and I quote,\"Happiness can be found in the darkest of times if one only remembers to turn on the light.\"<\/i><\/p>Guess, I forgot to turn on the light. After living in the sheer darkness for over an year, I saw it for the first time in a very long time. It wasn't the dramatic light effect.<\/p>I dodged opportunities then, I chase them now. I didn't knew my self worth then, but now I don't accept anything less than what I deserve. The naive thirteen-year-old is long gone and for good. The worst fears still exist but I have learned to overpower them. I built a china wall with a negativity filter around my head. This didn't happen over a night. In fact, it took a lot of nights and insomnia to become what I'm today.<\/p>I thought I wasted years of my life on the internet instead of preparing for Entrance tests. I found acceptance there. My loneliness was cured. I saw the world in a different light. I found an escape from the world and that's when books became my best friends. I still spend more time reading than with my friends. I realised I had been living under a rock the whole time. There's so much to this world that many of us chose not to see. <\/p>I still remember the times when me and my aunt would grow excited on Saturday nights. We would have it all planned. The blankets, the popcorn, the pillows and of course dimmed lights. I would leave the door unlocked to run out of the room, just in case if a Zombie jumps out of the TV to come and eat me alive. Yeah laugh all you want. But it doesn't change the fact that life is much more cruel. It has no mercy and there's no permanent escape. One can only strengthen themselves and face it or succumb to it. Its inevitable.<\/p>It started out small. Who would have thought the once strangers I met online would change my life forever? As cliche as that statement sounds, its true. One taught me kindness. One brought fun to my boring life. All of them broadened my mind to a whole new level. What they say is true: People don't walk into your life for no reason.<\/p>The change is happening gradually. Sure, it costed me a much better engineering seat but I wouldn't trade it for anything and one day, I was looking at myself in the mirror and I knew it was all worth the failure. Because it was the moment I fell in love. One of the best feelings I have ever felt. I was proud because I'm not girl I used to be and I'm not sorry about that. Its called growth and I thank god for it everyday.<\/p>All this wouldn't have happened if I hadn't hit the ground that one time. Rock bottoms will teach you things that mountain tops never will.<\/p>Loving yourself is a struggle. Its not about making excuses for your flaws but rather accepting them. In life, I made mistakes and learned from them but I don't have any regrets. Because all of those mistakes, lead me here. With each passing day, I fall in love with myself all over again.<\/p>Self acceptance is something that's not easy to achieve. But once you do, trust me, you have won at life. You will feel stronger, not because of your muscle but because of your mental strength to break social constructs and pave your own path.<\/p>The greatest feeling is knowing yourself inside out. One of the biggest challenges in life is being yourself, unapologetically. After all, you are the one you should love in this world.<\/p>\"Sometimes all you need is twenty seconds of insane courage, just literally twenty seconds of embarrassing bravery and I promise you, something great will come out of it.\"<\/i><\/p><\/p><\/p>Author's note: I may sound like I'm bragging. I'm just trying to reach people with my experiences. No matter how small the audience is, I would be delighted if at least one good thing comes out of it. Thanks for reading my sob story. I appreciate it. Constructive criticism is welcomed.<\/i><\/b><\/p><\/p>And remember, you are awesome. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.<\/i><\/b><\/p><\/p><\/p><\/p>"}]
My childhood passed in a flash at lightening speed. It was cringe-worthy and not worth sharing at all. I did everything from sneaking out to stealing money. You know, the typical childhood of an Indian girl.<\/p>
When I was thirteen, insecurities were over the top of everything in my life and confidence wasn't even on the list. My young self was naive enough to let people's words get through my head. I didn't fit in. Friendship was pretty non-existent. I was an introvert. I still am. I hated crowds. I still do. I was terrified of speaking in public. I almost fell into depression. It was dark times. But as Dumbledore said and I quote,\"Happiness can be found in the darkest of times if one only remembers to turn on the light.\"<\/i><\/p>
Guess, I forgot to turn on the light. After living in the sheer darkness for over an year, I saw it for the first time in a very long time. It wasn't the dramatic light effect.<\/p>
I dodged opportunities then, I chase them now. I didn't knew my self worth then, but now I don't accept anything less than what I deserve. The naive thirteen-year-old is long gone and for good. The worst fears still exist but I have learned to overpower them. I built a china wall with a negativity filter around my head. This didn't happen over a night. In fact, it took a lot of nights and insomnia to become what I'm today.<\/p>
I thought I wasted years of my life on the internet instead of preparing for Entrance tests. I found acceptance there. My loneliness was cured. I saw the world in a different light. I found an escape from the world and that's when books became my best friends. I still spend more time reading than with my friends. I realised I had been living under a rock the whole time. There's so much to this world that many of us chose not to see. <\/p>
I still remember the times when me and my aunt would grow excited on Saturday nights. We would have it all planned. The blankets, the popcorn, the pillows and of course dimmed lights. I would leave the door unlocked to run out of the room, just in case if a Zombie jumps out of the TV to come and eat me alive. Yeah laugh all you want. But it doesn't change the fact that life is much more cruel. It has no mercy and there's no permanent escape. One can only strengthen themselves and face it or succumb to it. Its inevitable.<\/p>
It started out small. Who would have thought the once strangers I met online would change my life forever? As cliche as that statement sounds, its true. One taught me kindness. One brought fun to my boring life. All of them broadened my mind to a whole new level. What they say is true: People don't walk into your life for no reason.<\/p>
The change is happening gradually. Sure, it costed me a much better engineering seat but I wouldn't trade it for anything and one day, I was looking at myself in the mirror and I knew it was all worth the failure. Because it was the moment I fell in love. One of the best feelings I have ever felt. I was proud because I'm not girl I used to be and I'm not sorry about that. Its called growth and I thank god for it everyday.<\/p>
All this wouldn't have happened if I hadn't hit the ground that one time. Rock bottoms will teach you things that mountain tops never will.<\/p>
Loving yourself is a struggle. Its not about making excuses for your flaws but rather accepting them. In life, I made mistakes and learned from them but I don't have any regrets. Because all of those mistakes, lead me here. With each passing day, I fall in love with myself all over again.<\/p>
Self acceptance is something that's not easy to achieve. But once you do, trust me, you have won at life. You will feel stronger, not because of your muscle but because of your mental strength to break social constructs and pave your own path.<\/p>
The greatest feeling is knowing yourself inside out. One of the biggest challenges in life is being yourself, unapologetically. After all, you are the one you should love in this world.<\/p>
\"Sometimes all you need is twenty seconds of insane courage, just literally twenty seconds of embarrassing bravery and I promise you, something great will come out of it.\"<\/i><\/p>
Author's note: I may sound like I'm bragging. I'm just trying to reach people with my experiences. No matter how small the audience is, I would be delighted if at least one good thing comes out of it. Thanks for reading my sob story. I appreciate it. Constructive criticism is welcomed.<\/i><\/b><\/p>
And remember, you are awesome. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.<\/i><\/b><\/p>
No matter how many times you cuss about evening traffic you can not help but agree that it is an unforgettable experience. I could assure you that when you travel abroad, Traffic will be the first home thing you will miss.<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1546982681180","data":"
It is experienced the best when you had a bad day and you gotta rush home. With all The headlights shining brighter than the stars, Flashing directly into peoples eyes, The chaotic honking rhythm, and all the drivers arguing in unison \u201cLet me go!\u201d But we know it by heart that we are stuck in this hole. All you could do is to close your eyes, pull down the windows and feel the dusty-polluted air kiss your tired-sweaty face. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1546982681181","data":"
Traffic is beautiful to be pictured but upsetting to be a part of it. \u2018See and enjoy but don\u2019t touch\u2019 would go really well with traffic. As a kid, I always found traffic so friendly. Inspite of all the agony it brings, it will give me a hope to reach home late and restrain from Mommy forcing me to bed early. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1546982681182","data":"
From what I\u2019ve learnt, Traffic did not teach me patience rater it thought me time management and remained the scape goat for most of my excuses! <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1546982681183","data":"
And here's a tribute to one of the common mode of public transport in India, Auto Rickshaw.<\/i><\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1546982681184","data":"
Six times in a row,<\/p>
Kick Start and A Go.<\/p>
Three wheels and a gear,<\/p>
Four seats and a Share.<\/p>
Yell-o in a blow,<\/p>
And black in a Cap.<\/p>
Go sit into it,<\/p>
Why stare through it?<\/p>"}]
\"Your reputation is more important than your paycheck, and your integrity is more worth than your career\" <\/p>
Whether you're the early stages of your start-up or looking for some inspiration to keep going, here are your go-to role models.We also have a social reformer and a indian politician a Jaya Prakash Narayan<\/p>
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Use Code:<\/b> ESU10 Register Now <\/a><\/p><\/p>Jaya Prakash Narayana<\/b>: He is an Indian politician and a former physician. He joined public administration after making it to I.A.S. in 1980. He is the founder and the President of Lok Satta Party, and was an Ex-Member of the Legislative Assembly from Kukatpally constituency.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547015887220","data":"5c3599ef7e293"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547015887219","data":" Vaishali Neotia<\/b>: She is the Co-Founder and CEO of Merxius, a company that solves real world problems using Extended reality. Merxius is an Aegis Graham Bell award winner. She is also one of the fortune most powerful women.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547015887211","data":"5c347c7f964d9"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547015887212","data":"Sri Charan Lakkaraju :<\/b> The Founder of Stumagz , a Digital Campus Discovery Platform for colleges based out of Hyderabad.He also featured in the list of Forbes 30 under 30 in the year 2018.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547015887213","data":"5c347cc13dc8c"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547015887214","data":"Arjun Rao<\/b>: Founder and CEO of Value labs.He is the first generation entrepreneur who has built a unique company with an entirely different approach to business.Value labs was declared as 'Dream companies to work for in India 2018.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547015887215","data":"5c347cef342f6"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547015887216","data":" Raj Neravati<\/b>: He is the founder and CEO of Hug Innovations Corp.He is currently building wearable devices with a vision to humanize technology and transform the way we interact in the IOT world today.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547015887217","data":"5c348e7697a26"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547015887218","data":" Hurry Up!<\/p>Limited time offer, Avail now!<\/p>Use Code: ESU10 and get 10% off only on stuMagz.<\/p>Register Now!<\/a><\/p>"}]
Jaya Prakash Narayana<\/b>: He is an Indian politician and a former physician. He joined public administration after making it to I.A.S. in 1980. He is the founder and the President of Lok Satta Party, and was an Ex-Member of the Legislative Assembly from Kukatpally constituency.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547015887220","data":"5c3599ef7e293"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547015887219","data":"
Vaishali Neotia<\/b>: She is the Co-Founder and CEO of Merxius, a company that solves real world problems using Extended reality. Merxius is an Aegis Graham Bell award winner. She is also one of the fortune most powerful women.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547015887211","data":"5c347c7f964d9"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547015887212","data":"
Sri Charan Lakkaraju :<\/b> The Founder of Stumagz , a Digital Campus Discovery Platform for colleges based out of Hyderabad.He also featured in the list of Forbes 30 under 30 in the year 2018.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547015887213","data":"5c347cc13dc8c"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547015887214","data":"
Arjun Rao<\/b>: Founder and CEO of Value labs.He is the first generation entrepreneur who has built a unique company with an entirely different approach to business.Value labs was declared as 'Dream companies to work for in India 2018.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547015887215","data":"5c347cef342f6"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547015887216","data":"
Raj Neravati<\/b>: He is the founder and CEO of Hug Innovations Corp.He is currently building wearable devices with a vision to humanize technology and transform the way we interact in the IOT world today.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1547015887217","data":"5c348e7697a26"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1547015887218","data":"
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Now my eyes see what I don't want to, here fleet keeps moving on through, <\/p>
the city where wrongs and rights are abandoned, <\/p>
wings trying to fly are here all grounded. <\/p>
Where Islam and Hinduism are just prize tags, <\/p>
the buyers are the one on whom bids are held at, <\/p>
where air's flow is restricted too, <\/p>
yet the fire to understand your religion keeps fucking you! <\/p>
Here God's are taken as delivery men, <\/p>
to whom you don't order but just prey right then, <\/p>
where great ethics are just word's they glued, <\/p>
like inked bodies you just see and move. <\/p>
No I'm not against these religious songs, <\/p>
I know these melodies keeps you moving on, <\/p>
but have you ever tried to find what really is wrong, <\/p>
our earth holds people not save religion forms. <\/p>
We are humans, we breed, <\/p>
we as humans all move, <\/p>
we dread for predators, <\/p>
we glitch and then groom. <\/p>
We define our pulses in utmost woven form, <\/p>
yet 'WE' discrimination is still quite a norm. <\/p>
(Religion is an inner fire enlightening your soul until you don't let it burn your outer human)<\/p>"}]
Managing time effectively is an art that, like many other forms of art, can be learned. Of course, it goes without saying that you must be willing to learn it in the first place, otherwise there is no point, is there?<\/p>
I've found out recently that if one wakes up earlier in the day, they are likely to find that they days are much longer than what they're used to. Waking up at 5AM enables you to get much more done than waking up late and sleeping late, that just boosts lethargy and makes you slower. Yes, that's a thing. So how can you make sure you can be effective when it comes to time management?<\/p>
1. Wake up early: <\/b><\/p>
This one was obvious, wasn't it? Not only does waking up early ensure that you are ready to tackle the day ahead of the curve, it also ensures that you will sleep early to make up for the sleeping time to facilitate you waking up early in the first place. You'll also find that your days are longer and that you can accomplish much more than what you previously thought was possible, including hitting the gym that you've been promising to do. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1514969048024","data":"5a4c988db4cec"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1514969050511","data":"
2. Underpromise, Overdeliver: <\/b> <\/p>
Whenever you're asked for a task, make sure you do not agree to it right away unless it is extremely important. Promise to look into the matter and do it anyway, this will save your time and also the person who's asked you to do it. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1514969091291","data":"5a4c98b709d57"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1514969109740","data":"
3. Prioritise: <\/b> <\/p>
Of course, the above point would be crippled without remembering the fact that you need to be able to prioritise your work effectively. Trivial tasks seem easy to conquer but that'll just cause you to push back on important ones which will cause you to panic and not focus on it properly. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1514969135261","data":"5a4c98e7be80b"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1514969159351","data":"
4. Learn to say no: <\/b> <\/p>
One of the most important parts of learning to manage your time is learning to say no. If you have something important going on and someone comes along and asks you to focus on something else or your friends ask you to hangout when you know you've got something important to you, you absolutely need to know how to say no. It'll save you a ton of time. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1514969194443","data":"5a4c99127c985"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1514969201607","data":"
5. Take A Break: <\/b> <\/p>
You maybe wondering why on earth would I advise you to take breaks in an article about using time effectively, but that is as important as the rest of the points, mostly because you need to let yourself for a few minutes every hour or so and avoid going into a burn out. This keeps your focus up and allows you to finish your work effectively, thus saving time. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1514969614766","data":"5a4c9ab5e21ed"}]
Snuggling into my blanket,<\/p>
I feel like the child of the universe.<\/p>
The starry sky blanketing me,<\/p>
The Earthly Bower my soft bed, <\/p>
The air sings its song, lulling me,<\/p>
While I dream of what lies ahead.<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1546518481509","data":"
'Tis funny how I dream of more,<\/p>
Ask for more I can take and give.<\/p>
More than what comforts my skin<\/p>
And more than where I could fit in.<\/p>
It's surprising how I see myself,<\/p>
In someplace so far off,<\/p>
Off of the starry skies that blanket me instead,<\/p>
And the Earthly Bower - my soft bed.<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1546518481510","data":"
I dream of getting there where the Titans dwell in all splendor,<\/p>
Where I can only dream to belong,<\/p>
But didn't they say so themselves - the Titans,<\/p>
That if I'd dare to dream and dream to dare <\/p>
Then I shall as good as belong there. <\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1546518481511","data":"
When morning comes and the starry shroud lifts off,<\/p>
I remain to be there - a blurry speck,<\/p>
Blurry speck of Earthly dust<\/p>
In a huge Universe of stardust.<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1546518481512","data":"
But yes - someone great once said,<\/p>
To strive and strive, and seek your stead,<\/p>
Like dust you shall rise and rise,<\/p>
I might, like dust, reach the skies,<\/p>
My blurry speck shall then glow,<\/p>
And set me apart from the starlit flow,<\/p>
When the Sky lights up with my glittery gale,<\/p>
The Earthly Bower shall sing my tale,<\/p>
That I fell deep and rose that high,<\/p>
Led by will I dared to fly,<\/p>
And each time that I broke down,<\/p>
My Earthly Bower lifted me,<\/p>
So that every night and every dawn,<\/p>
It's Heavenly dreams I could see.<\/p>"}]
Ratan Naval Tata, who was born on 28 December 1937 in Bombay presidency, British India, is one of the most successful entrepreneurs of independent India. He is an inspiration for many entrepreneurs around the globe. Today as we remember his achievements on his 82nd birth anniversary, lets look at his life and learn a lesson or two from his experiences.<\/p>
His journey from a new born!<\/b><\/p>
Ratan Tata was born to Naval Tata and Sooni Tata on 28 December 1937, in Bombay , British presidency. His parents seperated when he was 10, he was later adopted and raised by his grandmother,Navajbai Tata .He studied in Bishop cotton school Shimla, he graduated from Riverdale country school, New York City.He then received a B. Arch. degree in Architecture with Structural Engineering from Cornell University, and, in 1975, graduated from the Advanced Management Program of Harvard Business School \u2014 an institution which he has since endowed.<\/p>
His road to the successful career.<\/b><\/p>
Though he was born in the Tata family, he earned his position. In 1961, Tata began his career in the Tata Group, working on the shop floor of Tata Steel, shoveling limestone, and handling the blast furnace. Promoted to management during the 1970s; he then endured trial by fire and was able to turn Group company National Radio and Electronics (NELCO) around, only to see it collapse during an economic slowdown.In 1991, J. R. D. Tata stepped down as chairman of Tata Sons, naming him his successor.During the 21 years he led the Tata Group, revenues grew over 40 times, and profit, over 50 time. On 28 December 2012 he resigned his executive powers from tata group and appointed Cyrus Mistry as chairman of Tata group. He was later removed from the post on 24 October 2016 and Ratan Tata was made the interim chairman of the Tata group, till 12 January 2017, after which the position was handed over to Natarajan Chandrasekaran. Ratan Tata invested his personal savings in Snapdeal, Teabox, CashKaro.com, Ola Cabs, Paytm, Xiaomi, American Express, Bitcoin venture Abra, Nestaway, Dogspot.<\/p>
Along with the fame and stardom he was honored with the Nation's prestigious awards<\/b><\/p>
Ratan Tata received the Padma Bhushan in 2000 and Padma Vibhushan in 2008, the third and second highest civilian honours awarded by the Government of India. He has many other honors and awards to his name.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1546070110219","data":"5c264e17ef077"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1546070110221","data":"
Contributions to the society:<\/b><\/p>
\nMr. Ratan's strong belief of giving wealth back to the people is reflected in his donations of approximately 60-70 per cent of his wealth, especially in the support of education, medicine and rural development, distinguishing him as a leading philanthropist in India.In 2010, Tata Group companies and Tata charities donated $50 million for the construction of an executive center at Harvard Business School (HBS).The executive center has been named Tata Hall, after Ratan Tata (AMP '75), chairman emeritus of Tata Sons. The total construction costs have been estimated at $100 million. <\/p>
Tata Hall is located in the northeast corner of the HBS campus, and is devoted to the Harvard Business School's mid-career Executive Education program. It is seven stories tall, and about 155,000 gross square feet. It houses approximately 180 bedrooms, in addition to academic and multi-purpose spaces. Tata Consultancy Services(TCS) has given the largest ever donation by a company to Carnegie Mellon University for a facility to research in cognitive systems and autonomous vehicles. TCS donated $35 million for this grand 48,000 square-foot building that is going to be called TCS Hall <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1546070110220","data":"5c262890460f7"}]
My idea of college, I believe was a lot linked to infrastructure and the fancy facilities that permitted me to explore un-chartered territory and secretly find about a secret society that existed years ago but is functioning till date, only secretly this time. \n\nEither way, St. Francis wasn\u2019t on top of my list. \n\nIt was a back-up I thought I wouldn\u2019t need. \n\nBut well, now I am the Undergraduate student who\u2019s not going to spend 3 years during her B A studies but 4. I changed my course after two semesters of B-Com, and now pursue Arts. <\/p>
\nIt seems almost that because there was so much that I had on my list to what \u2018looked like a good college\u2019 , is that I landed in one that is well, to put it mildly , in stark contradiction to the idea of a \u2018handsome\u2019 college. It doesn\u2019t have vast areas where you can bicycle your way around the campus exploring, nor has swimming pools or multiple canteens and multiple auditoriums or a \u2018sunset\u2019 point etc etc. \n\nBUT , now that I sit\/lay down\/ whilst listening to what I am now calling new-age music gone classic-vintage; I realise that a good college doesn\u2019t have to look \u2018great\u2019. You just need to be \u2018good\u2019 to it ( in more non-metaphorical or vague or philosophical terms - have an open eye to what you see and know, and don\u2019t jump to conclusions to sit on your butt complaining about shit you don\u2019t have and the so-called shit you do have).You be good to it, and it will be great to you. Yes. <\/p>
\n\nYou\u2019ll realise the the Library has the hidden secret-societies you were looking for. The canteen is economical and noisy and well, better than a bench with tea and samosas only. The indoor stadium is actually in a state you can still boast about it, and there\u2019s basketball too. The pani -puri guy and needs-dhaba is more than any midnight-maggie point you wish for. \nYou get to eat ghar-ka-khana and have the joy of opening your tiffin box and bask on the glory of its contents knowing that it shall be tasty and worth the wait through the sleepy hours. You bond with friends sitting on the floor in the corridors of your 3 floor main UG Block, than what you would have thought on a campfire in grass at a national fest. You have rocks and trees that connect you with Nature, and more often than not with my dear friend.You have inspiring literature TEACHERS who know why they are teaching what they do, and how they do.<\/p>
You learn that self-sufficiency is the key to survival, and not dependency on the class whatsapp group for last minute notes hours before the exam. You adapt to multi-tasking as you plan for three birthday parties in the same month, just days apart. You imbibe efficient working as you give yourself only hours to finish an assignment because you know you'll live up to the task. You struggle with identifying yourself in the pile of things\/activities\/responsibilities you sign up for. There is always someone else who is just that little 'notch' higher on the scale of comparision.<\/p>
You find really similar yet insane people who are trying just as hard as you to not just fit in, but stand out. You find passion and also the lack of it. But somewhere between all of this tangled mess, you discover a little more about yourself, and for that, you have your college to thank.<\/p>"}]
What was the best thing or the best memory you enjoyed in school?<\/p>
Well I have listed a few, pick your favorites or share in the comment below.<\/p>\n
1. Birthday - The day when we get to wear the casuals and everyone would sing Happy Birthday song.... The best part was distributing the chocolates with our best friend<\/p>\n
2. White uniform day - This is the day when atleast one of our friend will definitely forget to wear the WHITE Uniform.<\/p>\n"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1545651576699","data":"5c1fa9efd44c6"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1545651576703","data":"
3. When teacher is absent - This is the day we'll be waiting for when the teacher doesn't come and we get to go to SPORTS <\/p>
\n4. Borrowing the books from our friends in other sections when we forget ours... <\/p>
\n5. No classes - Teacher's day , Children's day , Independence day and Republic day were the days when we didn't had any classes<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1545651576700","data":"5c1faa0c29d50"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1545651576704","data":"
6. Sitting in the last bench and eating lunch <\/p>
\n7. Counting the number of people before you to know which paragraph you would be reading <\/p>
\n8. Hiding Behind Friends When Teacher Asks Questions<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1545651576701","data":"5c1faa1e2c371"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1545651576705","data":"
9. Playing pen fights <\/p>
\n10. The teacher changes your place during her class and you come back again to your bench when her class ends <\/p>
\nSo these were some of my memories now share yours....<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1545651576702","data":"5c1faa52be090"}]
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