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While speaking to me over a hot cup of desi adrak chai, Saurabh shared, “Many years back I took a journey to lead a fantastic life by backpacking in remote villages of India. It made me rediscover myself and transformed me into a community developer & today I only work towards adding value to society in the purest ways possible. Our vision is to lead people to the most simple & healthy ways of life.”
12-year-old Sara was curled up in a fetal position on her bed. Her hands were trembling as she drew the blanket over her head, the bed was shaking as she trembled like a leaf in a storm. Just outside her room, she could hear her father growling and her mother screaming back. Pots and pans came crashing down. The sounds of furniture being pushed around were getting louder even as her heart threatened to explode.
Read on to know what happened next…
I had to struggle a lot to get where I am today because no one told me the basics of starting a new business. This blog post is my way of giving back to the community by sharing with you the things I was never told about starting a new business from the comfort of your home.
The last two years have been the most tragic years for humanity as the deadly CoronaVirus has engulfed millions of lives across the globe. Many of us have lost near and dear ones because of this pandemic. Despite the vaccination drives, the virus mutated itself into many variants and people are still getting affected.
So, what is that we can do to prevent ourselves from contracting this deadly virus and its variants and avoid its further spread.
Well, after doing much research, I came across the study of air ionizers that are certified by accredited labs and are really effective in neutralizing the virus. But before that, let us understand the science behind the ionizers.
The Indian E-commerce market is expected to grow from US$ 46.2 billion as of 2020 to US$ 111.40 billion by 2025.
E-commerce has revolutionalised the consumer experience. From making shopping convenient, price sensitive and hassle-free, it has reached consumers in remote places as well.
And in something of a cascading effect, Ecommerce has enabled Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to widen their market reach, create more jobs, and boost revenue; a trend that is expected to continue. Read on to find out how the Indian e-commerce marketplace impacts sellers and consumers both
Due to the current situation, I skipped exercising out of boredom and also cheated extensively on my healthy diet.
Even though I read a lot about taking vitamins, and my friends were talking about the importance of consuming multi-vitamins with proteins and minerals as one of the ways of boosting immunity, I lost the zeal to get back to my healthy lifestyle.
It was tough, but I pushed myself. Now, I am back to my routine and I am sharing 5 ways you can adopt a pro-active approach towards health and wellness.
If you have been following my blog for a while, you know I am a sports person and my health transformation journey has been life changing.
However, I am a chocolate lover and on the constant lookout for chocolates that will allow me to stay on the path of good health.
I have been trying out different options to ensure that clean eating is not boring.
Recently, I came across Bee Tee’s MELT brand of chocolates and was pleasantly surprised!
My brother often shares how ‘peer pressure’ makes many teenager and adults very sad and lonely. I feel teens and adults make things more complicated than what they really are. I have some simple tips that I am sharing here. Try to follow them with an open mind and see the magic unfold.
When I was in Junior KG, till my Senior KG, I had little insomnia (yes; I know this BIG word – I read a lot – remember?). So, as I was telling you, I had a little insomnia, and I used to stay awake till 3:00 AM.
I used to play on the phone or with my toys all the time. And even when I got on the bed, I used to keep tossing and turning – it would irritate my family who was snoozing away!
I started sleeping on time once I got into the first grade. Yes, suddenly the New Year changed my life! Read on to know how…
Hi… I am Sanskriti Jain. I am 7 years old and daughter of Mayura Amarkant, the Managing Editor of DiaryOfAnInsaneWriter.com. I am going to tell you what you can do if you are bored.
Now that lockdown is almost over, you may still be bored. Try to do something fun that you like to do. Here are 12 fun activities for kids and adults to beat boredom and blues. Read on…
This poem won the Spoken Word Contest by BlogChatter in August 2021.
So many thoughts flooded my mind while writing this poem. Coronavirus has shown us an entirely new way to live life. Death, disease and destruction became gruesome part of life and we talked about it as if it’s a normal occurrence. People became a mere statistic.
Gripping narrative, powerful performances and immersive background score and superlative choreography make Cartel a binge-worthy watch that make you thirst for Season 2. Prashant Bhagia’s direction is a refreshing, I have fallen in love with his amazing narrative style. Prashant has sculpted each scene carefully and background score lends an immersive experience. Murder, sex, violence, drugs and abusive language Cartel has it all, but it seamlessly fits in to the narrative. The climax is gripping and leaves the audience hungry for a second season where hope & order will be restored.
Yes, I am back with one more topic that people usually brush under the carpet. But that is what DiaryOfAnInsaneWriter is about – addressing issues that make others uncomfortable. The fact remains that such issues need to be addressed. Here are some ways on how you can spot toxic friends and remove them from your life.
The subject or rapes and murders that Thaver has chosen is a sensitive one, and yet he handles it with dignity and sensitivity, the same way that he has while covering countless such unfortunate incidents while on the job. It is very easy to cross the line with such subjects and describe scenes of sexual assault or murder in gory detail simply to keep the reader hooked, but Thaver steers clear of it. Instead, he chooses to focus on the nitty gritties of crime detection and investigation, which do an equally effective job of retaining the reader’s attention till the very end.
“What I found particularly likeable was how Dixit has recreated the world of Bombay 3, a part of south Mumbai where he has grown up and observed with the detail of a journalist’s eye.The bit about the three friends who form the central characters of the book looking at trains, debating which one is the best and making plans to go out someday are also endearing.” – says Mohamed Thaver, senior journalist
Don’t be surprised if you hear huffing-chuffing & rattling sounds while reading this book named, ‘Halt Station India’. This book would fully enthral you in the world of wheels that transformed India. I had picked up this book two years ago at Delhi airport but it was just recently that I finished reading it.
Emotional Intelligence in children, why is it important now than ever before? The times are unnerving. Parents are constantly wondering how to develop Emotional Intelligence in children? Here are six ways that will help you in developing emotional intelligence in your child.
The Colony Kid by Meena Chatty is a brilliant choice for oldies like me to reminisce on our childhood. The writing is vivid, conversational and fun. It truly felt refreshing to read such a positive book, and positivity is ultimately paramount in these trying times. It shows how as kids adapted to change and found happiness in everything, and encourages us to do the same today.
Have you ever been in love? Do the twists and turns of love’s journey leave you enchanted and intrigued? If your answer is yes, then this book is for you.
Roma Gupta Sinha’s latest masterpiece, ‘I Live To Love You’ twists the formula of a fairy tale happy ending. It takes you on a wild ride of emotions and each page leaves you wanting to move to the next.
Read to find out why kids should learn the importance of balance, self-learning and joy, and how can parents direct them towards a better and brighter future.
On the occasion of World Theatre Day, legendary actor, Puneet Issar opens his heart about his love for theatre in an exclusive interview with DiaryOfAnInsaneWriter. Read on to know more.
With the second wave of COVID-19 hitting India hard, it’s going to be a thanda Holi. People will be mostly staying at home and flipping through their phones reminiscing their carefree days when Holi parties were a norm. Why should COVID stop you from experimenting with food? DiaryOfAnInsaneWriter brings to you a unique way to celebrate Holi. Read on and be delighted with these yummilicious dessert treats brought to you by entrepreneur Minal Vivek Narsaria the owner of Cuppylicious.
Puneet Issar, the legendary actor will essay the role of a subdued, never seen before character in DHAPPA, a fascinating play that travels across 3 timelines.
Puneet ji is extremely excited about his new role in the upcoming play Dhappa. It’s produced by Karwan Theatre Group Mumbai and Aum Theatre Mumbai. Written and Directed by Akshay Mishra, this magnum opus production will be a visual treat for the theatre audience.
If you are looking for solace and healing in your life, then this post is for you. Through this exclusive interview with healer Retam Kothari, you will understand how to use God’s healing power in your life.
Here’s the story of an ace woman cricketer who is a married Marwari woman and mother of the sweet, 5-year-old, Ayaan. She effectively manages a travel & tourism business, her home and her passion for cricket. A super woman indeed! Meet 35-year-old Sweta Girish Ranawat, a left-handed batswoman who has been creating waves across Mumbai’s woman cricket scene.
All across Mumbai, Manali Bhandari’s name is taken with respect in Women’s Cricket. She is one of the most sought-after team mates in the city. Simply because of her nature, performance and winning attitude. Here’s a simple girl who PLAYS TO WIN, and this is her story….
The beautiful, haughty Jasmine treated her simple-looking sister, Bhagwati as a trusted lieutenant. Things took a turn for the worse when Jasmine accused Bhagwati of the heinous crime she never committed. How far can sibling rivalry go?
On April 23, 2020, Franklin Templeton Trustee Services Private Limited voluntarily decided to wind up its suite of six fixed income funds on April 23, 2020. The company says that the decision was taken in light of the severe market dislocation and illiquidity caused by the COVID-19 pandemic but it was taken with the objective of safeguarding the interest of their investors.
There has been order passed by the Honorable Supreme Court and their way forward on the Voting exercise. The Karnataka court felt that it was necessary to seek unitholders consent before winding up the six schemes under regulation 18(15) (c).. Thus, Franklin Templeton will be holding an e-voting process for the same. You know that the company has always been keen to move forward with the consent voting. Here is all you wanted to know about the e-voting process by unit holders of Franklin Templeton.
The questions that haunt all ladies above 40 today: How to arrest aging? How to get glowing skin after 40? Is there a safe alternative to boost facial glow after 40? Can I have a glowing face without a salon visit? Is there a natural product for boosting facial glow?
I came across Kimsukadi Tail – a glow boosting facial oil by Just Herbs.I used the product for 15 days and timed it according to a wedding that I was going to attend in Bilaspur. Here’s what happened after that…
When India was shrouded with the fear of Corona and the Sushant Singh Rajput controversy was hitting the headlines, there was one film-maker & his team who diverted energies into creating a fabulous movie. With Ludo, Anurag Basu has yet again proved that he is a master story-teller who has upgraded himself to suit the needs of the current audiences. The pre-promotion of the movie was pretty low key with the PR focussing on the real-life stories of the actors. Nothing much was told about the film. That Anurag does a cameo in the film was also hidden. This film is loaded with so many surprise packages.DiaryOfAnInsaneWriter LOVED Ludo and instead of doing a typical review, I have highlighted the different aspects of the film that will help you decide faster.
What does the nation need to know about the arrest of Republic TV head, Arnab Goswami’s arrest? Here are some insightful facts about the Arnab Goswami – Anvay Naik case written by prominent journalist, Gautam Mengle. Read on and do let us know how you find it.
Akshay Kumar starrer Laxmii released on November 9 on Disney Hotstar Multiplex. We were very excited to see the film and decided to review it for our readers. The only reason to watch this film is the powerful performance by Sharad Kelkar who enters after the interval. Here’s an honest review and rating along with bloopers for Laxmii. Read on…
The untimely and mysterious passing of Sushant Singh Rajput gave birth to a photo of his dead body. This photograph went viral and broke the internet. Today it has finally spoken. Read on to know what it wants to say.
Can a bottle of massage oil have a story to tell? Its quoted saying that it loves its life and there are so many reasons why. Read on to discover a soul-stirring story from the point of view of a simple bottle of massage oil.
Ever since we published the episode breakdown of Mirzapur Season 2, readers and fans have been asking for an honest review. So here it goes: Read on to know more about the best performances, sub-plots, new characters and much more in this detailed review of Mirzapur Season 2.
After a long wait, they finally released Amazon Prime Original web series, Mirzapur Season 2 on October 23, 2020. The graphic climax of Mirzapur Season one had left all the fans with a lump in their throats. There were several speculations and excitement at what will happen in season two.
In this article, you will read the episode break-down of Mirzapur Season 2. A detailed review will follow soon.
A typewriter has been lying in a drawer for the past two years. Its old and rusted. It has finally decided to narrate its story to the world. Read on to know what he wants to say. This fascinating story will take you through the spider web human relationships and leave you wondering why human beings behave the way they do.
iGRiD has launched its flagship iGRiD HUSH – IG8100 Bluetooth headphones in India. These over the ear wireless headphones with powerful bass are an ideal companion for you who seek long-lasting comfort without compromising on the audio quality- it’s an experience to be in! These headphones are among the best value for money products available in the market today. They are available on all leading e-commerce websites such as Amazon and their own online platform igridstore.com.
Recently, I came across the trailer of Comedy Couple starring Rangbaaz star, Saqib Saleem and Shweta Basu. The trailer opens with the power couple performing a stand-up on the stage. Both are stand-up comedians who come from unique backgrounds. Their on-stage and off-stage chemistry is amazing and both of them have an affable quality.
A thorn on the stem of a pink rose decided to narrate his story after 25 long years. He takes the reader through a beautiful journey of a life well-lived by him and by those with whom he shares his life with. Read on to learn more about his fascinating life.
On Monday, October 12, 2020, Mumbai experienced a power-cut. They shut the entire city’s power. Great opportunity for the Twitterati to explore their creative side. Here are some hilarious tweets and reactions from Twitter:
Did you know that there is one rape every 16 minutes in India? A blood-stained, yellow dupatta is lying among the dried leaves in a forest. It is the prime witness in a rape case but the police didn’t find it because the dupatta didn’t want to be found. Ever wondered why? Read on to know more.
Dashavatar is a book about the ten stories of the 10 main avatars of Lord Vishnu and how each of them saved the earth from the rule of evil in their own way and what challenges they faced while doing so. The 10 avatars are Matsya (fish), Kurma (turtle), Varaha (boar), Narasimha, Vamana (dwarf man), Parashurama, Ram, Krishna, Buddha and Kalki. Each story defines the avatar for who they were and describes it from a fresh, unbiased point of view where you can truly see the merits and flaws of each character, so the true hero of the story is left for the reader’s imagination to decide.
Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for COVID-19, the president confirmed on Thursday. The president’s physician said the couple are both “well at this time” adding that he expects Trump to “continue carrying out his duties without disruption while recovering.” However, Trump will not be returning to the campaign trail for the time being, instead working from the White House where he is in isolation.
One morning, a grain of salt unknowingly became part of history. Read on to know how history forgot the role of a grain of salt in India’s independence.
The Instagram game is no longer about followers, it’s purely about content and its appeal to the target audience. After a lot of deliberation, DiaryOfAnInsaneWriter is releasing a list of 20 Instagram accounts you must follow in 2020. The criteria for choosing these have been simple: Did they educate/ entertain/offer hope/bring a smile, especially during the lockdown? Will they continue to do so beyond the lockdown?
Every published author has a dream, a dream of publicity around the book, a dream of being able to showcase the book in front of an audience and a dream to see their story on the silver screen. Here’s a man who makes all this possible and more.
Meet Nitish Raj, Editor-in-Chief, Literary Mirror and Literia Insights. He is also the curator of Lit Digital Awards & the brain behind Story To Screen. Along with his friend & partner, Vikash Saxena, Nitish is has been stirring up a storm in the literary world.
What makes me excited is that fact that an Indian company has swiftly risen to the call of the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, and created HiPi as an AtmaNirbharBharat initiative.
Here are 9 iconic Bollywood Comedy Scenes that have always made me laugh. These are scenes that stay with you long after the movie is over and when you are sitting quietly, they come back to you and leave you in splits.
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