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Growing up in Mahatma Gandhi’s Sevagram Ashram
This article reflects on the relevance of Mahatma Gandhi and his ashram in today's world. The author shares personal experiences of growing up near the Sevagram ashram and witnessing the alternative values and way of life propagated by Gandhi. The article also discusses the three urgent challenges faced by the 21st century - economic inequality, environmental degradation, and religious and cultural division - and suggests that Gandhi's teachings and principles can offer solutions to these challenges. The author emphasizes the importance of limiting wants, practicing non-violence, and being the change one wishes to see in the world.

Have we missed the dandy in SRK?
Shah Rukh Khan made his Met Gala debut in a black Sabyasachi ensemble, featuring a floor-length coat, silk shirt, and gold-diamond tiger head cane. He represented Indian cinema with elegance, embodying the event's "Black Dandy" theme through sophisticated, understated styling.

What we know about caste inequality in India | Number Theory
A new caste census in India aims to reveal population demographics and potentially capture economic inequality. Existing surveys already indicate significant disparities in employment and household conditions across different caste groups.

Problematics | Play the magician
A magician performs a card trick where you select four random cards, deal additional cards based on their values, and then reveal a predetermined card matching the sum of the face-up cards' values, showcasing a mathematical prediction technique.

What can a caste census tell us? | Number Theory
India's first caste census since 1931 will be conducted, revealing updated demographic information. While broad caste composition is already known, the census promises to provide fresh insights into the nation's social structure and population dynamics.