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Wisdom finds truth We are all interested in knowing the truth since the knowledge of truth is quite valuable for us. All knowledge of science, philosophy, history, geography, psychology etc., is the attempt to find the truth. We also know…

Words are sharper than the two-edged sword The Pandavas had built a beautiful crystal palace in Hastinapur; and the Kaurava prince Duryodhana along with Sakuni was taking a round of the palace. As they came across a crystal surface, Duryodhana,…

A young man had been caught in a daring act of theft and had been condemned to death by execution. When he was asked about his last wish, he expressed his desire to see his mother, and to speak with…

Innovation is the key determinant of economic growth and social welfare Innovation is the introduction of something new, a new idea, method, or device. Innovation is not same as invention, which means discovery of a new thing altogether. Innovation is…

Be the change you want to see in others On his second trip to India from South Africa, Gandhi attended the Congress session in Calcutta. The sanitary condition of the Congress camp was horrible. Some delegates used the verandah in…

Customary morality cannot be a guide to modern life The progress of a society depends on harmonious living of the members of the society. When people follow the moral principles, they take care of one another and create a loving,…

A people that values its privileges above its principles loses both How do you feel when you are going to your office and you find the traffic halted because some VIP or minister is passing on the road? How do…

A good life is one inspired by love and guided by knowledge The American philosopher and author Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to…