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We All Belong Time

 

It is rightly said that “ we all belong to time “ . This is because time is a very integral part of our everyday lives.  I strongly believe that if a person does not give importance to time , eventually the person will lose its importance in everything else.  I consider myself to be an extremely pedantic person and thus, I was always particular about not only time but also everything else around me . However, I do have some grudges against people who do not value time. There are people who always take things in their hands at the last moment and then obviously struggle with the task.  It beats my logic to understand that if a person is  getting an opportunity to achieve something and do something in a better way , then why back off? As I strongly  believe that if time isn’t given to a particular thing , it can never turn out to be up to the mark.

In other aspects, there are certain things that we can do only one time and it is our duty to cherish that time , as we do not know if we will see a “ tomorrow” soon or will we ever see it. For example, if a group of friends meet at a place, they should cherish every moment of it as no one knows what will happen next. That is why “cherishing of time” very important.  The reason I feel that every moment that we are spending should be cherished is that because there are few things that catch our attention at a certain time only. No matter whatever the thing is, it can have a great impact on some of us. I am saying this from my personal experience.  Also, when we look back, we realize that how beautiful the times that we just let go.  Also, sometimes we realize that we have missed out on certain things which were important,  but we did not value it.

As the saying goes, “ tough times don’t last, but tough people do”.  I completely believe in this saying as  certain times makes people tough .  Anything in the world can be controlled except time. Time is like an unbeatable river that never seems to stop and wait for anyone and it will never stop , even a second extra and so yes, we all belong to time, there’s nothing beyond it.

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FILM REVIEW – ARTICLE 15

 

 

 

ARTICLE 15 is a 2019 Indian Hindi language crime- drama written ,produced  and directed by Anubhav Singha . It  follows a police investigation that commences after three teenage girls go missing from a small village.

The film deals with the Article 15 of the constitution which prohibits the discrimination of people against caste, religion, race, and sex. It is based on multiple true-life events including the 2014 Badaun gang rape allegations and 2016 Una flogging incident.  This film talks how powerful “bribing” and “political power” is in the rural areas of many places in India.  There are numerous cases of gang rape that take place every day, like it is some normal activity and they are also hidden.

 

The most astonishing thing that I found about this is that if a girl had disappeared no one was enquired about the disappearance of the girls, not even their parents. It felt as if they had been released from a burden. This rape and violence were subjected to Dalit (lower caste) teenage girls. They were made to work and if they asked about something or spoke up, they were subjected to violence.  Fake reports were made, and post-mortem of the bodies were done, claiming it to be a natural death or a suicide.  An IPS officer Ayan Ranjan (played by Ayushman Khurana) was posted in that small town where two rapes occurred, in Lalgaon.  Due to his intense investigation the case was proved to be rape cases and the rapists were found after a profound search.  Due to diligent officers like Ayan Ranjan these rape cases are reported otherwise they remain unreported due to so much negligence.

 

I found this movie to be very intriguing and informative . It is a very serious film but a bit slow. It gives a perfect scenario how Dalits especially Dalit women are treated in rural areas.

The film received positive reviews from critics for the sensitive portrayal of its subject matter, it is a two-hour long film and is a must watch.

 

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A Letter to Bulbbul

Dear Bulbbul,

When  I first heard the name, I was sure that the name belongs to a woman who has a very charismatic personality . There are some characters that have  such an impact you that you wish that they were not  fictional, and for me you were one such character.

Behind your strong, smiling , face , you carried a secret that no one could even get a hunch of. The amount of drastic changes that went in your life, you were bound to become this strong.

A big haveli that captured your childhood, you were separated from your dear “baba” and “pishima”. I guess when you asked your “pishimaa”  that “vash Kya hota hai” I am sure staying in the big haveli you got your answer. You only found one person who understood your value that was your same age brother-in -law, Satya.  But soon he was also gone leaving you to be all alone in the big haveli once again.  Another person who could have understood you was your “Binodini Didi ”. But instead of understanding you she was jealous of you and her jealousy kept on increasing day by day.  She envied your relationship with Satya  and also fuelled your Thakur against you. This was probably because she did not have a Satya in her life.  Just like the saying goes on that “ A woman is only a woman’s biggest enemy” your Binodini Didi proved the statement right, once again.  When she said that “Kahin log yeh na soche Ki Badi Bahu aap nahi hum hai” proves that she was also envious of your position and wanted to snatch it.

You were a subject to  intense violence only due to a mere misunderstanding, which prevented you from running like a free bird anymore.  Not only that , you were then mercilessly raped by your Thakur’s younger brother, Mahendra.  Next morning, you are a completely changed woman. No more the loving , innocent  and lively Bulbbul, but a woman who has nothing to lose and only knows to avenge wrong doers.  Binodini comes to cover up her husband’s deed. Like Lady Macbeth she shrewdly tells you that big houses have big secrets and asks you keep quiet. She says “chup rehna” after every sentence and doesn’t support you or give you strength.  It gives us a glimpse that maybe she was also a victim like you only , but she chose to keep quiet and let patriarchy prevail.  Women were probably supposed to stay like that and pass on  the learning of “chup rehna”.

But you Bulbbul, learnt to be the change. You did not supress yourself to these  atrocities.  You flew like a  bright bird only to stop the  atrocities against women around you. No wonder that little child called you a “goddess” .

You did not give Satya an explanation about your friendship with the doctor as you felt that it was not required, you could live in your own terms.

You scarified your life in killing demons who snatch the lives of women.  At least, at last you were satisfied with you self.

Every woman is a “Bulbbul” but just like you they need to spread their wings and fly.  I am sure you will be happy seeing that from where ever you are.

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HUMANITY AND THE COVID-19 CRISIS

 

The world is at standstill. It seems that everything is nearing its end. But still at this this time of crisis there is something that is giving us hope every morning and is motivating us to look forward to the day, and is Humanity

Yes, “Humanity” is binding us all together at this situation. The novel corona virus had originated from Wuhan city in China. This was an unknown virus according to the reports. When it started to spread, only it’s symptoms could be identified and apparently, its source were bats. After two or three months it started to spread like wildfire across all countries especially at that time in China. It soon became a world crisis and a war between life and death.

Many people are still struggling with this virus, throughout the world. They all have their families, children, mothers who are waiting eagerly with open arms for them to comeback. Those families who have already lost their loved ones have lost their faith and trust in the world. But still there are people like doctors, nurses, pilots, policemen, who are not worried about themselves or their families but are bent on saving other families and the world from this deadly virus. All caste, creed, religion, social prejudices are nothing now.

These petty things now are long forgotten, as now the world has come together and have become ONE. The world is still fighting this deadly virus. This virus is extremely contagious and can spread rapidly, it becomes especially dangerous when it starts to spread community by community.  Due to this mostly all countries are observing a complete lockdown for a certain number of days as that is the only way to combat the virus as of now. This virus has no specific treatment yet. All the citizens are asked not to leave their houses, stay clean and take all the required steps to stop the spread of this contagious virus.

The government, the hospitals, the doctors are trying their best and we all should try to give our best by just cooperating with them. Before taking any wrong step, we should think about the thousands who have lost their lives and loved ones and of those who are still fighting a battle to win over this virus.

This virus has definitely taught us to enjoy each and every moment and not to take anything for granted as we do not know what the world has in store for us the next morning.

But as of now, let us all wait for that morning when finally, we have won the battle against this deadly virus. Till then let humanity prevail and let humans help humans by just cooperating with each other, as this shall too pass and humanity will win once again, against all odds.

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The World is a Stage: My Theatre Experience

The World is A Stage…

I firmly agree to this statement. Even those people who don’t like acting or theatre . I mean to talk about the people who are very shy and feel nervous to act in front of a big audience.

But they’re quite good when it comes to bunk something, or refuse something. So I think the quotation mentioned above has a fruitful meaning. People may say like” I really don’t know what is theatre “Acting? Oh god make me do anything but acting “. These are the dialogues I keep on hearing in my school and any public place, when people are offered to act.

But what people don’t understand is that when they are saying those words itself, to the third person, they’re adding a sense of humor to it. They know pretty well that they can talk in the same way, in the stage.

I was also like that. But I started to learn theatre few months ago. I realized then, whether I acted in a stage or not, I used to act in home , school, and almost everywhere I used to go. I learnt that theatre is not only about performing in stage, it is also about building a self confidence among one individual.

Theatre has taught me how to express my self and discover myself. It has made me a better person.

 

 

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The World of Illusion

‘I like coffee ,because it gives me the illusion I might  be awake’

‘Difference between illusion and magic

Illusion::  When something seems real but it is not ,it is known as illusion.

Magic: The power of making something invisible, using super natural powers

My visit to an Illusion Show

On a rainy evening ,I was very excited because I  was going to attend my first illusion show.I h ad no clue what illusion is all about and so I was eagerly waiting for the evening to arrive.It took place in a hotel called Orion West Willow.
The Illusion Show was performed by a well-known city illusionist, Nilesh Kasat. That evening he really amazed us by his sense of illusion. He showed us tricks with various things such as Pencils, glasses, newspapers, board games, etc
I was really amazed and stunned by his performance. I never really thought that illusion shows could be so interesting . I was really happy attending that show and I am looking forward to more illusion shows.

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My Experiences in Riding

Riding is the only sport where your equipment can choose not to cooperate with you. When I started riding at the age of ten, I had never imagined that this was the sport which I would fall for.

How it All Began

I remember my first day, when I had vowed that I would never sit on a horse again in my life. First of all, I was extremely scared of the horses long furry tail, which seemed to swing right and left, wherever he went. I was told that there was nothing to be sacred of the horse would not do anything, but I found the same hard to believe. As the horse started to move, I gave such a loud shriek that I almost made all the other horses in the stable jump.

It took me a little time to adjust with the horses and get to know them. One thing I learnt , It is you must always talk to the horse and it should always listen to you and move.

I participated in my first equestrian show in 2016. I felt it to be the greatest achievement of my life. I was surprised that I was so scared only a few days ago but I was now capable of controlling it. I took part in the class event and the junior race. I managed to come third in my class event  and first in the junior race. That was my first prize in riding and I always keep the medal with me whenever I go to Riding or any competition .

The Adrenaline Rush

I was soon promoted to the horse class, where I learnt more new things. I learnt how to jump, canter and many more tricks. I participated in The Gymkhana tournament ,where I was again placed first. In gymkhana I participated in a game called ball and bucket race. I
remember how I struggled to put the ball on the bucket . I had managed to put it once, but the horses tail dropped the bucket. That is why I was always scared of the tail of a horse. But  I still managed to come third in that event.

Last month I took  part in my third annual equestrian show. I took part in Ladys hacks and the hat game. The horse played up with me very badly in  the ladys hack. It started to jump and put his legs up and down, trying his best to make me fall. But I held on to the reins and his hair tightly, so that I wouldn’t fall. I came fourth in that event. In the next event I came second . We had to put our hat on the pole, I did it perfectly in all the rounds except the last round. Seeing the other rider very far I put the hat very casually on the pole, but it was just still for one second and then it fell down, which caused me
to come second. That taught me even when you are close to the finishing line do not be casual – concentrate and win the race!

I used to be scared of many things such as swimming , height etc . After riding , I can very proudly say, that there isn’t a single thing in the world which I am scared of or I cannot do.

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5 Things I Learnt from Rakshit Tandon Workshop

Friday morning, the middle school assembled for a special event. It was hosted by Mr. Rakshit Tandon. He explained us how to use a mobile phone.

The main topic of this event was about social media. He told us that being on social media is good, but we must also be very careful. We all have heard about the dangerous cases taking place all over the world, due to social media. So, what did he tell us? Here are the 5 things I learnt from him.

Never follow unknown people
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He told us that we must never follow unknown people. We must always keep our account private.
5 things I learnt..
We got to know that in snapchat nothing gets deleted. We must never add unknown people.
He told us there was never a game called blue whale it was just a challenge to see how people could be fooled in social media.
He told as that we should never go in any social media before 13, as it can be dangerous.
He also told us that if we follow any famous person, we must see that it has the blue tick.

GAMES..
He told we must never be addicted to any games. Instead pf playing games in phone we should play real games.

CYBER BULLYING..
We were told that if we had any rivalry with any one we should never cyber bully anyone. We should instead go and solve the matter personally.

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Trip to Shantiniketan

 

Trip to Shantiniketan

First trip alone, all by myself with friends and school teachers. It was my first ever batch trip from school!!  6th of January and 7th of January were the days chosen for the trip. We boarded the bus and
were out of school by 7:00.

While travelling I was gazing out of the window to spot something extraordinary. I could not believe that west Bengal was so beautiful!!

The Beginning:

After an exciting journey of 4hrs, we finally reached our hotel “Camellia”. We stayed in a suite room with 4 people in it.  The name of the room was “Sonartali”.

 

Golden Memories

After lunch we went to the Shantinekatan market which is also referred as the”Haat”. It was in the Sonjhuri Forest. The Sonajhuri Forest is probably the cleanest forest I had ever visited. My early walks were a real success.

Shonajhuri  means “droplets of gold.” In winters, the Sonajhuri trees shed their tiny yellow flowers and the whole forest seems to have a downpour of gold.

In the evening we had to be down by 6 for the Bonfire. We were welcomed by an extraordinary Tribal Dance, by the locals.  After the bonfire we had a DJ who made us dance till our legs ached. After 3
long hours of dancing the delicious food awaited us in the hotel.

..And it Ends

Next morning we were taken to the famous university of Shantinekaten. We literally saw how beautiful the museum was!! The garden was lovely and spacious!

After lunch , It was time to go back to Kolkata. Time really flies !! It just seemed like yesterday, that It was announced we would be going for the trip. We stopped for a few pictures which would make us
remember how exciting this trip was!!!

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The Long Awaited Visit to HARD ROCK CAFE!

Finally I visited to the place I longed to! Hard Rock Cafe! Like my friends I believed it to be of the most happening places in Kolkata.  In my school people are just too keen to visit it – and I was no exceptions. My exams had just ended and so one Monday afternoon
we decided to go there.

We had visited the cafĂ© for the kid’s menu launch. Many celebrities were
there and it was a gala opening. I was so surprised to see all my favorite food   was there but then I remembered I needed to watch my weight – yet it is a tough task indeed. Therefore, though, I had many options I chose to have only a burger and Coca-Cola. I had a chicken burger, which was the newest in the menu options.

Though I did not want a desert I was forced to have it. But then the dessert was fabulous and huge!!

I saw dresses of many celebrities, like Lady Gaga and Nicki Minaj. I
was so excited to see the dresses of all my favorites in the café. And now I wanted to come back and listen to the music. Maybe some other day!!