In Varanasi, the Ganges pulls the world into the rhythms of its waters, slowing time. There is an ancient energy vibrating with devotion, longing, and eternal love. As the river meets the sky, peace and calm suffuse the world around it. And yet, within that stillness, there is an ache—a feeling that...

Learning hope. On 15th August that year, Binodini was asked to sing bhajans at the Independence Day function of the town. The chief guest at the function was a renowned social worker, Mr Somnath Pandit. He had an internationally-reputed NGO that supported marginalized communities, especially women. During his speech, Mr Pandit promised to...

Dusk descended early on a quaint village, as it was enveloped by dark, wet clouds. A loud crack of thunder gave way to the soothing pitter-patter of raindrops. Abandoning work early, villagers rushed to their cosy, warm homes. However, the birds that still dotted the evening sky weren’t prepared for this sudden darkness....