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Today, I want to take a moment to remember Madhu, a young Adivasi man from Kerala, whose tragic death in 2018 still breaks my heart. Madhu lived a hard life, he was poor, hungry, and struggling with mental health issues. One day, he was caught for stealing food, something as simple as rice and spices, likely because he was starving. But instead of helping him, a group of people tied him up, beat him, and humiliated him. Someone even took a selfie with him while he was suffering. Not long after, Madhu died. This story is painful to think about. It’s not just about what happened to Madhu, it’s about what it says about us as a society. How did we become so cruel? How did we lose our ability to care for someone who was clearly in need? Madhu didn’t deserve this. No one does. His death makes me ask tough questions: Why do we treat the poor and marginalized like they don’t matter? Why do we turn away when people need help? And why do we let anger or indifference take over when kindness is wh...

It has been over a year since the tragic death of Sidharth, a student tortured by seniors in Kerala (India), yet similar horrifying incidents continue to surface. In recent weeks alone, multiple cases of brutal ragging have been reported across Kerala’s educational institutions. From students being tied to cots and assaulted with dumbbells in Kottayam to others being forced to drink water spat out by seniors in Thiruvananthapuram, the cruelty seems unending. These incidents show that the state has serious problems in dealing with ragging and violence on college campuses. Similar cases have happened recently, making people worry that authorities are not taking responsibility. Political connections and careless management allow this problem to continue, leaving victims like Sidharth without safety or justice. This alarming trend underscores the urgent need for stricter enforcement of anti-ragging measures to ensure campuses are safe for all students. We need to stand together to end this...

When I joined Tesco as a Christmas temp a year ago, John welcomed me on my first day. He introduced me to other colleagues and showed me around the store. He taught me how to use the in-house tools and was always there for me whenever I needed him—whether it was when I didn’t understand a thick Scottish accent or when I had to deal with unfriendly customers! Two days ago, John had his last working day at Tesco. I wanted to be with him on his final day, so I requested overtime. You will always be missed, brother! I would like to wish you all the very best in the USA. You are a good man, and I am sure you will have a great future ahead. Thank you so much for being a great mentor and a wonderful friend. 

The world is celebrating the incredible achievement of Mr. Gukesh D, who has made history by winning the FIDE World Chess Championship at just 18 years old. Social media is overflowing with praise and admiration for this young champion, and rightfully so. His victory is a proud moment for India and chess enthusiasts worldwide. Gukesh’s hard work, dedication, and sheer brilliance have brought him to this pinnacle of success. However, amidst all the celebration, an interesting observation comes to mind. While everyone is now showering him with congratulations, there seemed to be little noise before the championship began. Few, if any, posts were seen wishing him good luck or cheering him on before he stepped into this monumental challenge. This highlights a sad reality of life—success is celebrated loudly, but the effort leading up to it often goes unnoticed. Gukesh’s victory is undoubtedly remarkable, but it is important to remember that such achievements are built on countless hour...

Exactly one year ago on this date, I joined Tesco as a Colleague. Since then, Tesco has played a crucial role in my life as a student in UK. It has been more than just a job; it has been a supportive environment that helped me focus on my goals and provided a world I enjoyed beyond the academic realm. During this time, I've had the privilege of working with three incredible managers: Steve, Dave, and Jay. Their guidance and leadership have been invaluable to my growth. I am also grateful to Ethan and John, my shift leaders, whose support and encouragement have made every shift enjoyable. I have been fortunate to work alongside a fantastic group of colleagues like Craig, Alistair, Zain, Erin, Eve, Lewis, Lynsey, Stuart, and many others. Each of them has contributed to making my experience at Tesco memorable and rewarding. Thank you, Tesco, for being an integral part of my life. Every little helps, indeed. Image Source: Tesco #gratitude #Tesco #EveryLittleHelps 

  My MBA Life summarized in a sentence, "Reflecting the reflection of the reflected"