Riya Mistry

  How Social Media Affects Interpersonal Relationships Social media has changed the way people communicate, maintain friendships, and build relationships. It helps us stay connected across distance, but excessive or careless use can weaken face-to-face communication, trust, and emotional closeness. Research describes social media as having a dual effect: it can create connection while also causing disconnection. The Positive Effects 1. Staying connected across distance Social media allows family members and friends to communicate instantly, even when they live in different cities or countries. Messages, photos, video calls, and status updates help people remain involved in one another’s daily lives. For families separated by work, education, or migration, social media can provide emotional support and a sense of togetherness. It also makes it easier to reconnect with old classmates, relatives, and friends. 2. Building communities Online groups bring together people who share simila...

  The Importance of Life Skills in Daily Life Life is full of choices, responsibilities, relationships, and unexpected challenges. Academic knowledge is important, but life skills help us use that knowledge wisely in real-world situations. They enable us to manage daily tasks, communicate effectively, solve problems, and live with confidence and responsibility. The World Health Organization describes life skills as abilities that help people respond positively and adaptively to the demands of everyday life. What Are Life Skills? Life skills are practical abilities that help us handle personal, social, emotional, and professional situations. They are developed through education, practice, observation, and real-life experience rather than through textbooks alone.  Important life skills include: Communication and active listening. Critical thinking and decision-making. Problem-solving and creativity. Self-awareness and emotional control. Time management and organization. Financia...

  Life Awareness: What It Means and How to Practice It Life awareness is the ongoing attention you bring to your inner world (thoughts, emotions, values) and the outer world (relationships, environment, opportunities). It's more than being conscious for a moment; it's a steady, reflective orientation that helps you make choices aligned with who you want to be. Life-aware people notice patterns—what energizes them, what drains them, where they repeat mistakes—and then act to improve outcomes rather than being driven only by habit or impulse. Why life awareness matters?  Better decisions: Awareness helps you choose based on values and long-term goals instead of short-term reactions. Improved relationships: Noticing your feelings and reactions reduces blame and increases empathy. Greater resilience: When you understand stress triggers and coping habits, you can respond rather than collapse. Meaning and purpose: Awareness connects daily actions to what truly matters, making life f...

  Indian Knowledge System (IKS): Introduction India has historicaly been recognized as a global center of learning and scholarship. Ancient educational institutions such as Takshashila, Nalanda, Vikrmashila, and Vallabhi attracted scholars from across Asia and beyond, reflecting India's profound intellectual heritage. The Indian Knowledge System is not merely a collection of religious texts or cultural traditions; rather, it is a sophisticated and interdisciplinary framework of knowledge that integrates scientific inquiry, ethical philosophy, practical skills, and spiritual wisdom. The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 has furrther emphasized the integration of IKS into higher education, recognizing its potential to foster innovation, interdisciplinary research, cultural awareness, and sustainable development. The renewed academic interest in IKS reflects its enduring relevance in addressing modern global challenges. Historical Evolution of the Indian Knowledge System The evolu...

What are the Vedas? The Vedas are a collection of ancient Sanskrit scriptures believed to have been composed between 1500 BCE and 500 BCE. There are four  Vedas:-  Rigveda – Contains hymns dedicated to various deities. - Samaveda – Focuses on melodies and chants used in rituals. - Yajurveda – Provides instructions for performing sacrifices and ceremonies. - Atharvaveda – Includes knowledge related to health, daily life, healing, and social welfare. These texts form the foundation of Indian philosophy and knowledge. #Origin of the Vedas According to Hindu tradition: The Vedas are Apaurusheya, meaning "not of human origin." They are believed to be eternal divine knowledge that was "heard" (Shruti) by ancient sages called Rishis during deep meditation. The sages did not compose the Vedas; they received and transmitted this knowledge orally. Later, the sage Vyasa organized the Vedas into four collections. Role of Vedas in Indian Knowledge Systems 1. Foundation of Kn...