What is it like to be a teenager?#1

Teenage is not something only I am experiencing but something everybody experience at some point. But what is it like to be in your teenage during a pandemic? I know there are many people around the globe having same experiences as mine, but I have a very different perspective to all these situations. I would like to mention that these are the times that taught me some of the greatest lessons of life. Gratitude:something that is very important to include in your behavior. My everyday starts with thanking people and ends the same way whereas Pre-pandemics were the times of me living my life without this art of appreciation, we take every thing for granted but trust me it's not.

Some of these daily affirmation would surely help you:

*thankful for life🐣🌈

*thankful for my parents who are there for me always🧿🌍💗

*thankful for food 🍲

*thankful for everything 🙏🏻

Vande Matram!, it means Mother, I owe to thee. How much do we know about Vande Matram, our National Song? In this article you will get so many facts, its historical prominence and its meaning too.

Vande Matram, it is a Sanskrit poem, written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee,an Indian novelist, poet and journalist, in 1870. In this poem he is personifying India as a mother goddess and inspiring activists during the Indian Independence Movement. This song has become more popular after the publication of Bengali novel Anandmath.

This song always remains on the top of the chart, even then when the charts were not formed, sometimes due to controversies, sometimes due to Independence day, and if there is no reason then on the name of nationalism.

Almost all of us are acquainted with Vande Matram, the National Song, from the school days. It is in Sanskrit, the language of God. Usually we sing only two verses because only two verses are adopted by the Constituent Assembly of India, on 24 January, 1950, but it has originally six stanzas and the another interesting thing is that our Constitution doesn't have any mention of National song. It is adopted as a National song because of acumen of Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India.

In July 2017, the Madras High Court ruled that the Vande Mataram shall be sung or played at least once a week in all schools, universities and other educational institutions of Tamil Nadu. The Court also ruled that the song should be played or sung in government offices and industrial facilities at least once a month.

So what does this song mean!? How much do we understand this!? Here is its meaning, The first stanza (sujalāṃ suphalāṃ................. mātaram) praises the motherland, she is the one with the purest water; healthy fruits and crops; having cold and refreshing breeze with the aroma of sandelwood same as the Malaygiri hills; having the soil which is productive, prosperous, and light Brown in color. I bow to thee mother.

The Second stanza (śubhra jyotsnā ................ mātaram) again describing her features. It means, Her moonlit nights give gratifaction - pleasure and satisfaction - the land is engrossing and full of greeny and beautiful flowers. The different languages chanted here are melodious and delightful. The one who gives boon of pleasure and happiness. I bow to thee mother.

A nation's culture resides in the hearts and in the soul of its people. Somebody has quoted, "A person without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots." So we all should be connected with our culture and try to decipher it.

Jai Hind!, Jai Bharat!!

- Mohit Rawal

In the bustling metropolis of Delhi, where life moves at a fast pace, lies an NGO that provides a platform to aid the marginalized of our society. The name itself signifies what this non-profit organization stands for - to provide people opportunities so they can create their own “Pahchan”.

One of the main initiatives of the NGO is to provide support to the elderly. Hamari Pahchan NGO is striving tirelessly to provide comprehensive care and create a supportive community for our elderly citizens. Their primary goals are deeply rooted in ensuring happy and healthy lives for our seniors.

With a focus on healthcare, nutrition, regular health camps, and the prevention of elder abuse, Hamari Pahchan stands at the forefront of the battle against the challenges faced by our elderly population.

One remarkable aspect of the NGO's work is how even a small contribution can make a significant difference. A simple comfort kit, costing just 800 rupees, can sustain an elderly individual for three months, providing them with essentials and comfort. Each comfort kit for the elderly includes a hot water bag, age-appropriate medicines, a thermometer, blankets suitable for the season, energy drinks like Glucon D, and mosquito repellent spray.

By supporting this initiative, we can collectively help countless seniors enjoy a better quality of life. It is a small step that can have a big impact, and we urge everyone to contribute to this noble cause. Together, we can ensure that our elderly citizens are not forgotten and continue to live their lives with dignity and happiness. Your support can light up their lives and bring warmth to their hearts, making a world of difference to those who have given us so much.

Join hands with Hamari Pahchan NGO today and be a part of this heartwarming mission. Supporting them in their noble cause is not just a gesture of kindness but an investment in a more caring and inclusive society for all.