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                   By Sreedevi Chitharanjan Some voices simply sing, while others become woven into the fabric of everyday life. Asha Bhosle is one such voice—vibrant, versatile, and enduring across decades. Born on September 8, 1933, into a family steeped in music, Asha’s early life was shaped by both talent and hardship. She was the younger sister of Lata Mangeshkar, a towering figure in Indian music. Yet, rather than remain in the shadow of comparison, Asha forged her own identity through determination and fearless experimentation. After the untimely loss of her father, she began working young to support her family, stepping into the demanding world of playback singing. In her initial years, she was often assigned songs that were considered unconventional or less prestigious. Instead of resisting, she embraced them. Her ability to infuse life into cabaret numbers, lively tracks, and bold compositions set her apart. What others overlo...

Sreedevi Chitharanjan Kochi, Feb. 18  The tragic death of 10-month-old Alin Sherin Abraham, who became Kerala’s youngest organ donor, has sparked urgent calls from doctors, road safety experts, and child welfare advocates to make baby car seats mandatory across Kerala and the rest of India. Alan suffered fatal injuries following a road accident, highlighting a critical gap in child passenger safety. Medical experts say that the absence of proper child restraint systems, such as baby car seats, significantly increases the risk of severe injury or death among infants during collisions. Unlike adults, babies cannot protect themselves during sudden braking or crashes. Their neck muscles are weak, and their skulls are still developing. Without a proper car seat, infants are often held in arms or placed on laps—positions that offer little protection in an accident. “Even a minor collision at 40 km/h can cause catastrophic injury to an unrestrained infant,” said a pediatric trauma spe...

By Sreedevi Chitharanjan On January 28, 2026 , India witnessed a shocking aviation tragedy that claimed the life of a prominent political leader. Ajit Anantrao Pawar , the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, died when the chartered plane he was travelling in crashed while attempting to land at Baramati Airport in Pune district. The aircraft, a mid-size business jet, veered off the runway and burst into flames on impact, killing Pawar along with four others on board, including crew and staff members. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation confirmed that there were no survivors. Ajit Pawar was a seasoned statesman with decades of experience in Maharashtra politics. Known for his administrative skills and grassroots connect in the state’s sugar belt, he served multiple terms as deputy chief minister and played a pivotal role in shaping state policies. His sudden death has plunged the political landscape of one of India’s most influential states into mourning and reflection. Leaders a...

  By Sreedevi Chitharanjan Madhav Gadgil , renowned ecologist, who passed away at the age of 83 , at his Pune residence on Wednesday late night ( January 7) , never sought the spotlight, yet his ideas consistently unsettled the comfort of unchecked growth. In a country racing toward economic expansion, he stood firm as a scientist who believed that nature, once broken beyond repair, would demand a far heavier price than any short-term gain could justify. His life’s work unfolded as a sustained conversation between ecology, democracy, and conscience. For Gadgil, the environment was not an abstract concept confined to research papers and conferences. It was the living fabric of everyday life—forests that fed villages, rivers that shaped cultures, and landscapes that carried memory and meaning. He argued that ecological protection could not be separated from the people who depended on these systems for survival. This conviction guided his scholarship and his persistent advocacy ...

By Sreedevi Chitharanjan When the Ernakulam Sessions Court announces its judgment on December 8 , it will be closing a chapter that began eight years ago but refuses to fade from public memory. The abduction and assault of a Malayalam actress inside a moving vehicle was not merely a crime—it became a rupture in Kerala’s cultural psyche. And as the case winds towards its conclusion, it has grown into a test of how firmly our justice system stands when powerful interests orbit a crime. The survivor’s decision to report the incident immediately and continue her fight through eight challenging years has been a defining feature of this case. Her persistence, despite hostility, smear campaigns, and immense social pressure, has been a reminder of how courage often comes at a heavy personal cost. But the long trial has also highlighted gaps in our legal machinery that can make or break a case involving influential accused. Perhaps the most troubling phase of the trial has been the steady colla...

     By Sreedevi Chitharanjan The curtain has fallen on one of Indian cinema’s most beloved legends. Dharmendra, the magnetic “He-Man” of Bollywood whose charm, strength, and warmth defined generations of Hindi films, passed away on Monday ,November 24, 2025, at his home . He was 89. Born on December 8, 1935, in the small village of Nasrali in Punjab, Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol’s journey to stardom was nothing short of cinematic. From his modest beginnings to the dazzling lights of Bombay, he carried with him a simplicity that never dimmed beneath the glare of fame.                                    Dharmendra made his debut in 1960 with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere , marking the beginning of a career that would span more than six decades and over 300 films. In the early years, he won hearts as the quintessential romantic hero, his gentle eyes and quiet confidence setting him apart...