Photo by Reet Gupta Description by Ritvik Shekar In the modern concrete jungle of Singapore, the lives of those who toil tirelessly often remain in the shadows, unbeknownst to the public. The photo beautifully encapsulates the theme of “Untold Stories”, shining a light on the unsung, and often difficult lives of migrant workers in a…
Category: June Edition 2024 – Untold Stories
Stitching the Motif of Culture: Rural Artisans Shaping India’s Culture
by Nandita Kanodia Rich woven textiles, intricate flowing sculptures and splashes of colour on a preserved leaf- while these may seem like priceless items displayed at a museum, they are, in fact, an essential part of the social fabric around the world. A plethora of art formats have been long revered in India, and rural…
Voices of India: The fight against linguistic extinction
by Aditya Bhatia A land of unparalleled beauty, with a vibrant mix of 780 different languages and rich traditions, India stands as one of the most diverse countries in the world. From the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas to the lush backwaters of Kerala, India’s geographical diversity is mirrored in its rich linguistic landscape. However…
The Untold Story of The Human Calculator
by Sanjana Yugan Katherine Johnson, born on August 26, 1918 in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, became a trailblazer thanks to her exceptional mathematical skills that advanced America’s space exploration efforts. Johnson showed remarkable math skills early on, finishing high school at 14, a foreshadowing of her promising future career. In spite of her exceptional…
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