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Apes Knew, Do We?
Times of India Editorial 22/11/25
Apes Knew, Do We?
Kissing is an evolutionary tradition. Moral police, take note
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The pros and cons of processed food … editorial
Times of India 21/11/25
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INTERESTING QUOTES
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Appreciate and rejoice without any expectations. It doesn’t matter if people are nasty to you … betray you … don’t even say ‘thank you’ to you. By appreciating everything around you, from happy experiences to upsetting experiences, your life could be so meaningful, full of understanding, happiness, joy, strength and full of fearlessness … GYALWANG DRUPKA
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The worst speculative sceptic I ever knew was a much better Man than the best superstitious Devotee and Bigot … Scottish enlightenment philosopher … David Hume
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History is what hurts … FREDRIC JAMESON
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A mind not to be changed by place or time. The mind is its own place, and in itself can make heav’n of hell, a hell of heav’n … John Milton, Paradise Lost
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War is the continuation of business by other means, Brecht famously said, in his play, Mother Courage and Her Children. He wrote it in direct response to Hitler’s invasion of Poland in 1939
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Grand vision of justice, without adequate means of securing it and efficient means of delivering it would benefit none … SA BOBDE
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Unless you doubt, your ‘wisdom’ itself is in doubt is a Greek adage
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Authority is not truth; truth is the only authority
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Ram’s example reminds us that being human is super
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So paraphrasing Rene Descartes’ famous dictum… Cognito, Ergo, Sum- I think, therefore, I am, you doubt, therefore, you are.
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Spiritually, there’s nothing big or small. Such ideas are like those of the literary people who think writing a poem is a high work and making shoes … is a small … low one … all are equal in the eyes of the Spirit … it is the spirit with which they are done that matters …SRI AUROBINDO
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Shakespeare’s lines in As You Like It: ” Do you not know I am a woman. When I think I must speak.”
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Only a fruit-laden tree has rocks thrown at it… Indian proverb
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Being a woman is a terribly difficult task, since it consists principally in dealing with men … Joseph Conrad
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If you lose, you learn and, therefore, you win.
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If we all look into our own homes, how difficult we find it sometimes to smile at each other … Let us always meet each other with a smile, for the smile is the beginning of love, and once we begin to love each other naturally, we want to do something … MOTHER TERESA
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Even if the vilest sinner worships me with exclusive devotion … Speedily he becomes virtuous and attains peace … Fix your mind on me, be devoted to me, worship me and make obeisance to me; thus linking yourself to me and entirely depending on me, you shall come to me … THE BHAGWAT GITA
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When the heart speaks, the mind finds it indecent to object … Novelist Milan Kundera
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It is often said in English that hunches seldom let you down. What emanates from the recesses of the heart doesn’t go in vain.
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Hakim Sanai writes in one of his couplets in Pahlavi, ‘Zee an az Mee manzil zaaq-e-zehan/Shee’ and mansookh aawaaz-e-dil sehan’ … So long as I listened to my mind, I failed to reach my destination/ The moment I listened to the voice of my heart, the destination was before me.
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Mind misleads, heart heals … An old adage
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The symphony of the heart doesn’t have a single flawed note. It’s divinely prophetic
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Who would deny that a single shelf of a good European library was worth the whole literature of India and Arabia. … Thomas Macaulay
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There is a flower I meet on my walk … these days. It has sprung out of a … mug in Mrs D’s little balcony and is always nodding and dancing in the breeze. It is a happy flower, deserving of a happy, light name. I have named it Merry Heart, and sealed our friendship … RUSKIN BOND
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The opposite of forgetfulness is mindfulness. Mindfulness is when you’re truly there, mind and body together… When your mind is there with your body, you are established in the present moment. Then you can recognise the many conditions of happiness that are in you and around you, and happiness just comes naturally … THICH NHAT HANH
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Your heart, mind, object – may all these be One. So shall you prosper, all, and live in peace … God harnesses you all to the same yoke; the sacrificial Fire of Spirit tends ye all with one intent … walk ye together … and may your minds all know the Self-Same Truth … RIG VEDA
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“The thing is to be happy,” he said. “No matter what… try that. You can. It gets to be easier and easier. It’s nothing to do with circumstances. You wouldn’t believe how good it is. Accept everything, and then tragedy disappears. Or tragedy lightens … you’re… there, going along easy in the world.” … ALICE MUNRO, DEAR LIFE
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It is often said in policy making that let not the perfect be the enemy of the good.
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Remarking that only a work that “reveals an unknown fragment of human existence” can be called literature, he added, “to be a writer does not mean to preach the truth, it means to discover the truth.”
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A referendum may look smart, but to get into its tight outfit, one has to unhook citizenship of its ribcage and place most of its vital organs in deep freeze … DIPANKAR GUPTA
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Humorist Kin Hubbard says … no one ever forgets where he buried the hatchet.
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I forgive all living beings; may all living beings forgive me. I cherish friendliness towards all and harbour enmity towards none … Renouncing all passions and delusions with a pure heart, I beg your forgiveness if I have not been prudent in my behaviour towards you due to inadvertence… Achara Samhita
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Every twelfth year of the Chinese calendar is considered the year of the tiger, and children born in that year are considered lucky and powerful …29.7.23 SPEAKING TREE SWAMI SUKHABODHANANDA
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During my childhood … the … years I spent at school, and again while I was working in Bengal … the time I spent in the jungles held unalloyed happiness for me … My happiness resulted from the fact that all wildlife is happy in its natural surroundings. In nature, there is no sorrow and no repining …JIM CORBETT
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Certainly, old age has a great sense of calm and freedom; when the passions relax their hold, then, as Sophocles says, we are freed from the grasp not of one mad master only, but of many … he who is of a calm and happy nature will hardly feel the pressure of age. … PLATO, THE REPUBLIC
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Laughter is far more sacred than prayer, because prayer can be done by anyone; it does not require much intelligence. Laughter requires intelligence; it requires presence of mind, a quickness of seeing into things … In deep laughter, the ego disappears … If the ego is there, it will keep you serious. OSHO
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Cows are of various colours, milk is one colour; The wise man looks upon the soul as milk, of bodies as cows of different garba. Knowledge is hidden, as butter is in milk.*
There is more power in rock music, videos, blue jeans…than in the entire Red Army. REGIS DEBRAY
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It was only a smile… It didn’t make anything all right… A leaf in the woods, shaking in the wake of a startled bird’s flight. But I’ll take it. With open arms. Because when spring comes, it melts the snow one flake at a time, and maybe I just witnessed the first flake melting … Khaled Hosseini
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The two most important days of your life are the day you were born and the day you understand why … MARK TWAIN
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We build too many walls and not enough bridges … Isaac Newton
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If you have nothing nice to say, don’t say anything at all
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Feminism is not about making women stronger. It is about changing the way the world perceives their strength … Geena D Anderson, Australian feminist
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To grow up is one thing, and to grow old is yet another thing. Growing up involves adding life to your years. Growing old involves adding years to your life.
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Citizenship is the chance to make a difference to the place where you belong … CHARLES HANDY
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Men owe something at all times, whether in peace or in war, for the privilege of citizenship an that the burden rested equally on rich and poor … Theodore Roosevelt
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You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today … ABRAHAM LINCOLN
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This city is what it is because our citizens are what they are … PLATO
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Forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair… KHALIL GIBRAN
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If God is all you have, you have all you need … Biblical message
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A rose by any other name,’ remarked William Shakespeare in ‘Romeo and Juliet’, ‘Would smell as sweet.’
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The timber’s already a boat; the rice is cooked … CHINESE SAYING
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What great ones do, the less will prattle of … Twelfth Night, Shakespeare
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For murder, though it has no tongue, will speak … Hamlet, William Shakespeare
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The harlot’s cheek, beautified with plastering art, … HAMLET
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To be, or not to be: that is the question … Whether ’tis nobler in mind to suffer
The slings and arrows of outrageous fortune,
Or to take arms against a sea of troubles … HAMLET
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POEM: WHY DO THINGS HAPPEN?
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POEM: WHY DO THINGS HAPPEN?
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Why do things happen?
And why do things don’t happen?
Is life a silent script already written,
Or a page that turns only when we touch it?
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Do events unfold,
Because they are destined to unfold,
Woven into the fabric of our days,
Long before we learn to read the script?
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Or things don’t happen,
Because destiny seals some doors,
Before we ever reach them?
To maintain the status quo.
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Is it really the absence of effort,
That stops things from becoming real?
Or is it the quiet and powerful destiny,
That lifts some moments into being,
While letting others slip away?
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A strange dialogue exists,
Between the strive and the fate?
It reveals where human effort ends,
And destiny begins?
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And what becomes of our dreams,
For which no effort was ever made,
Are they the failures of will,
Or simply paths never meant to be paraded?
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When I was young,
The road ahead shimmered,
With hope and promises,
Waiting to be claimed.
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There was so much to do,
Lovely dreams to pursue,
There were so many possibilities,
That made me feel success had pulled through.
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But now that age has slowed my steps,
I look back and see,
Layers upon layers of karma,
Some complete, some abandoned,
Some forgotten.
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Life is a crisscross of possibilities,
A web of chances,
That touch, bend, diverge, return and fade,
Before they make the way.
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It is a crossword puzzle,
Where each choice becomes a clue,
Each action becomes an answer,
That fills our lives with advantages.
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There is a divine meaning,
In why things happen,
And why things don’t happen,
Which is beyond human comprehension.
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We all come from the mist,
And vanish into the mist,
And that is the rule of life,
So take life as it comes.
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“Take life as it comes. Take success and failure in equal measure.”
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15/11/25 Northern Lights
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Poem: The Other Side of Hometown … by Kamlesh Tripathi … published on 9/11/25 in The Goan Everyday newspaper.
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Enjoy my poem. We all feel led down in our hometown at times, and this poem is an outcome of that.
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14/11/25 HAPPY CHILDREN’S DAY
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Enjoy my piece published in The Goan Everyday newspaper on Children’s Day.
Children’s Day: Celebrating the Joy and Rights of Children by Kamlesh Tripathi
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“Every child is a different kind of flower, and all together they make this world a beautiful garden.” This fascinating popular quote reminds us of the uniqueness of each child and the collective beauty they bring to our lives and the world. Let the world be free from the shadow of the Pied Piper, who led the children away from their village to the top of Koppelberg Hill, never to return. The street in Hamelin, called Bungelosenstrasse (street without drums), is believed to be the place where the children were last seen. Ever since, music and dancing is not allowed there. Children’s Day, however, is a celebration meant to overcome such dark associations. It is supposed to build on powerful child characters such as ‘The Famous Five,’ the hit novel of Enid Blyton, where children, while holidaying in an old dilapidated lighthouse, recover a lost treasure all by themselves. But the quintessential example of children’s day could be from the escapades of young bubbly Krishna in Mathura and Vrindavan. Did William Wordsworth think of child Krishna when he wrote, “Child is the father of the man”?
It is a day dedicated to celebrating children. The idea dates back to the early 20th century. The first official communique of Children’s Day was made in 1925 at the World Conference on Child Welfare held in Geneva, Switzerland. Since then, many countries have designed their own versions of the celebration. The day aims to raise awareness about children’s rights, their needs, and their well-being. Although celebrated on different dates around the world, the underlying message is universal: every child deserves love, care, protection, and the opportunity to grow in a safe and nurturing environment. While the day is often filled with fun and joy, its true essence lies in recognising that children are the future of the world.
In 1954, the United Nations declared November 20 as Universal Children’s Day. This was done to promote global togetherness, increase awareness among children worldwide, and improve their overall welfare.
In India, Children’s Day is celebrated to highlight children’s rights, education, and welfare. It is observed on 14 November each year, marking the birthday of the first prime minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru. Nehru was known for his fondness for children. On this day, many schools across the country organise educational and motivational programmes. Some schools declare a holiday, while others host fairs and cultural events for their students.
The first Children’s Day was observed on November 5, 1948. It was referred to as the ‘Flower Day’. On July 30, 1949, “Children’s Day” received wider attention and was promoted through radio, print media, and cinema.
In 1951, V. M. Kulkarni, a United Nations Social Welfare Fellow, was conducting a study on the rehabilitation of juvenile delinquents in the UK. He discovered that India lacked a systematic approach to support underprivileged children. Inspired by Flag Day in England, which raised funds for the ‘Save the Children Fund’ on the birthday of Queen Elizabeth II, he proposed that Pandit Nehru’s birthday be observed as Flag Day for raising funds for NGOs working for child welfare in India. Although initially embarrassed by the idea, Nehru eventually consented.
Though Nehru’s birthday, on 14 November, was celebrated publicly for years, it was only in 1954 that the day was celebrated as Children’s Day for the first time. Thousands of school children attended the celebration held at the National Stadium in Delhi.
In 1957, 14 November was officially declared as Children’s Day in India. On November 14, 1957, during the celebration, white pigeons were released into the sky. That same year, the government issued a special notification, officially declaring 14th November as Children’s Day in India. The Department of Posts and Telegraphs also released first-day covers and three commemorative stamps in honour of Bal Divas (Children’s Day).
Jawaharlal Nehru was fondly called Chacha Nehru (“Uncle Nehru”) by children. As Rabindranath Tagore once said, “Every child comes with the message that God is not yet discouraged of man.”
Written and posted by Kamlesh Tripathi
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Children’s Day: Celebrating the Joy and Rights of Children … Kamlesh Tripathi
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“Every child is a different kind of flower, and all together they make this world a beautiful garden.” – Anonymous. Let the world be free from the shadow of the Pied Piper, who led the children away from their village to the top of Koppelberg Hill, never to return. The street in Hamelin, called Bungelosenstrasse (street without drums), is believed to be the place where the children were last seen. Ever since, music and dancing is not allowed there. Children’s Day, however, is a celebration meant to overcome such dark associations.
It is a day dedicated to celebrating children. The idea dates back to the early 20th century. The first official communique of Children’s Day was made in 1925 at the World Conference on Child Welfare held in Geneva, Switzerland. Since then, many countries have designed their own versions of the celebration. The day aims to raise awareness about children’s rights, their needs, and their well-being. Although celebrated on different dates around the world, the underlying message is universal: every child deserves love, care, protection, and the opportunity to grow in a safe and nurturing environment. While the day is often filled with fun and joy, its true essence lies in recognising that children are the future of the world.
In 1954, the United Nations declared November 20 as Universal Children’s Day. This was done to promote global togetherness, increase awareness among children worldwide, and improve their overall welfare.
In India, Children’s Day is celebrated to highlight children’s rights, education, and welfare. It is observed on 14 November each year, marking the birthday of the first prime minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru. Nehru was known for his fondness for children. On this day, many schools across the country organise educational and motivational programmes. Some schools declare a holiday, while others host fairs and cultural events for their students.
The first Children’s Day was observed on November 5, 1948. It was referred to as the ‘Flower Day’. On July 30, 1949, “Children’s Day” received wider attention and was promoted through radio, print media, and cinema.
In 1951, V. M. Kulkarni, a United Nations Social Welfare Fellow, was conducting a study on the rehabilitation of juvenile delinquents in the UK. He discovered that India lacked a systematic approach to support underprivileged children. Inspired by Flag Day in England, which raised funds for the ‘Save the Children Fund’ on the birthday of Queen Elizabeth II, he proposed that Pandit Nehru’s birthday be observed as Flag Day for raising funds for NGOs working for child welfare in India. Although initially embarrassed by the idea, Nehru eventually consented.
Though Nehru’s birthday, on 14 November, was celebrated publicly for years, it was only in 1954 that the day was celebrated as Children’s Day for the first time. Thousands of school children attended the celebration held at the National Stadium in Delhi.
In 1957, 14 November was officially declared as Children’s Day in India. On November 14, 1957, during the celebration, white pigeons were released into the sky. In a rare and memorable moment, one pigeon returned and perched on Nehru’s head. That same year, the government issued a special notification, officially declaring 14th November as Children’s Day in India. The Department of Posts and Telegraphs also released first-day covers and three commemorative stamps in honour of Bal Divas (Children’s Day).
Jawaharlal Nehru was fondly called Chacha Nehru (“Uncle Nehru”) by children. As Rabindranath Tagore once said, “Every child comes with the message that God is not yet discouraged of man.”
Written and posted by Kamlesh Tripathi
Author, Poet, & Columnist
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https://kamleshsujata.wordpress.com
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Shravan Charity Mission is an NGO that works for poor children suffering from life-threatening diseases, especially cancer. Our posts are meant for our readers, including children and adults, and have a huge variety of content. We also accept donations for our mission. Should you wish to donate to the cause of cancer? The bank details are given below:
NAME OF ACCOUNT: SHRAVAN CHARITY MISSION
Account no: 680510110004635 (BANK OF INDIA)
IFSC code: BKID0006805
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