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Problematics I Let the puzzles, games begin
What do you prefer: word games or numbers? Word puzzles have always been the more popular of the two, which is also why we see more of them, from daily crosswords to Wordle today. In the mix-and-match regime that I hope to follow, I shall also bring you logic puzzles from time to time. But why puzzles? For the same reason that we play Wordle and other games derived from it: because it is fun.

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.