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  Imagine if you could travel back to the beloved days of 2016. What would you do? Many of us would jump at the chance to relive school days, reconnect with friends, and revisit those catfights. Picture this : four friends gathering at KFC with just Rs. 200. Back then, we could feast on snacks priced around Rs. 80 and delight in the WOW menu items for only Rs. 39. It was a frugal yet satisfying outing! Now, fast forward to 2024. The scene has changed dramatically. A standard Zinger burger now costs Rs. 135, meaning our budget can barely feed one person at KFC. Even our favorite Hide and Seek or Dark Fantasy biscuits, once just Rs. 20, have doubled to Rs. 40. This stark shift highlights the reality of inflation. When prices rise consistently over time, it’s a normal economic phenomenon. However, when prices increase at an alarming rate—say, doubling in a short period—we enter a more extreme realm known as hyperinflation. Decoding Hyperinflation: In 1956, Philip Cagan, an associate of th

  Hello, music lovers! Whether you’re dealing with heartbreak, Ex’s wedding or your next wedding, struggling with internal exams, had a fight with Bestie, faced a tough day at work, or got disqualified from an interview—what’s the one thing you turn to every time? Music, right?! 🎶 From Bhajans and rap to Bollywood hits, Hollywood scores, and rock anthems to Ragas, music has a unique way of working its magic on both your mind and body. But have you ever wondered how music does that? Let’s dive into the science behind your favorite songs and discover how they impact your brain! Picture: AI generated  The Power of Music on Your Brain: A Universal Language Songs are more than just pleasant sounds; they’re emotional tools that shape our lives. Whether you’re dancing to a Bollywood track, meditating to a bhajan, or rocking out to your favorite band, music stimulates different parts of your brain, creating emotional responses. But what exactly happens in your brain when you listen to music?

  Introduction: In Punjab, a dark cloud looms over many families dreaming of a better life abroad. Manpreet Singh's story, a young man from a humble farming background, highlights the pervasive issue of immigration fraud. The Heart-Wrenching Story of Manpreet Singh: Manpreet's family invested INR 15 lakhs (USD 18,000) with local immigration agents who promised him a job and visa to Canada. Months passed with no news, and the agents vanished, leaving the family in financial ruin and despair. Additional Cases Highlighting the Crisis: Numerous victims have come forward. Seven other people lodged police complaints, including Darshan Singh, cheated of ₹5.75 lakh, and Lovepreet Singh, defrauded of ₹2.5 lakh. Total losses amount to crores, devastating families and eroding community trust. Families lose their life savings, trust is shattered, and dreams are crushed. Parents, who hoped for better futures for their children, find themselves grappling with guilt and despair.  Recent Fraud

India must have done a lot of progress our technology is the best in world but even today a paper leak free exam is not possible in any state in the country. Let me share the story of Prakash, a boy from a small village who decided to crack a competitive exam. Prakash prepared a detailed study plan, joined a library, paid coaching fees, and sacrificed everything for his studies. He studied day and night, while his parents bore the burden of paying off loans to support his education Prakash traveled across six districts and changed two trains just to sit for a competitive exam. On his way back, he was standing in the luggage cabin of the train among 150 other students when he received devastating news: the exam had been canceled due to a paper leak. Imagine, for a moment, the pain and disappointment Prakash felt. This story is not unique. If you visit cities across India, you will find millions of students who have spent years of their youth preparing for competitive and entrance exams.