And a curious case of offering prayers to the porcelain goddess — Interactions at the airport are minimal, and more often than not, forgettable. Unless they are accompanied by someone, travelers prefer to keep it to themselves. I am no different. That being said, I have experiences when a chance meeting with a stranger has led to a casual conversation, eventually ending…

In a real sense my relationship with Medium is just starting — Medium recently celebrated its 10th birthday. The occasion also made me realize I have completed eight years on this platform. I was one among those who booked an early ticket and boarded this flight meant for writers. Yes, I joined Medium in its nascent stage. That being said, from a…

A writer needs to ensure there is little margin for error at the start of every draft — “Well begun is half done” — Aristotle While the statement attributed to the Greek philosopher, in his treatise, Politics (Politiká in Greek) palpably has political connotations, it applies to other walks of life as well. More so to writing. Beginning well is the basic for any writer. It is a…

…It’s about ensuring your purchase is worth the money spent — There are occasions when you learn the biggest lessons of life from the unlikeliest of sources. Such learnings remain ingrained in your psyche for a long time. They inspire you so much that you put them to use on a day-to-day basis, hoping to derive practical benefits from them. On…

… After more than 26 years even if Tel Aviv has only been granted single-year license for the time being — Israel is a beautiful country. Besides, it is the most advanced country in that part of the world. It is a country that houses without an iota of a doubt the world’s best startup ecosystem. It is a pity to witness Israel making the headlines only owing to the conflict…

The mobile editor is back, and it is time to be thankful — A couple of months back, I made a rant on this platform about Medium’s somewhat contentious and entirely unpleasant decision to discontinue the write-and-edit function in its mobile applications. I have always believed, and will continue to believe, that this on-the-go feature is Medium’s USP. Besides, being someone who travels…

…For every step you take — Life is about living in the moment. It is also about trying to seize every opportunity that comes your way and attempting to make it count. If you do not want to get old and be filled with regrets about your actions, or lament about the many opportunities missed, then…

Everything changes when you alter how you address others — One of the best places my travels has taken me to is Budapest. It is easy to place it among the 10 best cities I have visited so far. Indeed, the Hungarian capital is one of the world’s most beautiful of cities, and deserves to be a must visit place…

…To never be content with what you have — You can be happy and satisfied with what you have, but that is not a real measure of success. Success lies in ambition. It’s about achievements. It evokes a sense of gratification. It demands sacrifices. Those who lack ambition, and aren’t will make the sacrifices required, will never be able…