Shikha, an engineering graduate, dedicated her life to villagers in Jharkhand through her venture Neev, employing rural women and supporting education. Facing reduced sales, she refused donations, instead requesting friends to try her organic handmade products and leave reviews—an inspiring display of dignity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit.
In today’s AI-driven world, mastery alone may not guarantee relevance. Ravindra Jadeja shows the power of versatility—good enough at both batting and bowling to be indispensable. Similarly, professionals must balance depth with breadth: master one skill, but also broaden capabilities to stay valuable when times change.
Just like relationships, work too can feel stale over time. The secret is to rediscover excitement by making small changes—adding new responsibilities, improvising, or seeking novelty in routine. Instead of waiting for luck or a dream job, reignite curiosity and fall in love again with what you already do.
Life’s fragility often hits us only when we lose someone close. We chase success, delaying desires and experiences. But regrets come from what we didn’t do. Don’t postpone unnecessarily—create urgency for things that matter. Whether it’s a journey, a dream, or a bond—do it now. Kal ho na ho.
In Chandigarh, Surjeet, an ex-corporate professional, is building his travel business through Uber. With his ex-trucker father-in-law learning navigation beside him, Surjeet leverages high-rated rides to connect with HNIs, replacing digital ads with personal interactions. A story of vision, grit, and flawless execution from strategy to action.
Maninder’s life turned upside down after losing his flourishing business in the Philippines and facing visa setbacks in Australia. Returning to India, he now drives an Uber with pride, viewing it as a platform for learning and new opportunities. His unwavering spirit reflects true resilience—never say die, always rise again.
On June 21st, I joined the Gurgaon Walkers group to serve kachi lassi in the scorching heat as part of a chabeel seva. We served 4,000 glasses and met people from all walks of life. It was humbling, heartwarming, and made me deeply grateful for life’s many blessings.
I recently met Mr. Vivek Atray, a former IAS officer and fellow NIT Kurukshetra alumnus, who now juggles roles as an author, speaker, spiritual leader, educator, and sports organiser. His calm presence, boundless energy, and ability to balance diverse pursuits left me truly inspired and full of admiration.
At a recent IIMAGES gathering, I learnt about Arun’s 48-hour fasting routine and Varun’s insight on job insecurity abroad. It reminded me how adaptable our bodies are and how perspective matters. Grateful for these monthly meetups that spark real conversations. How often do you connect beyond your office circle?
Metro housing has become unaffordable for most young professionals, with skyrocketing prices and stagnant salary growth. A ₹2.5 crore flat now requires a ₹1.5 lakh EMI—feasible only for top earners. Solutions include job creation in Tier-2 cities, promoting remote work, and improving transit systems to nearby affordable towns.
