Author: Karishma Sharma

When infidelity strikes a marriage, the emotional fallout is seismic. While most of the focus tends to fall on the wounded couple, the children—often silent witnesses—can experience just as much upheaval, if not more. As a parent coach, I frequently guide families navigating this sensitive terrain, where one or both parents are grappling with profound betrayal while striving to maintain a safe, loving space for their children. This feature offers a grounded, evidence-based guide for parents weathering infidelity, especially when leaving the relationship isn’t immediately possible. It’s about how to hold your child’s hand through the storm, even when your…

From Barriers to Breakthroughs The Indian Women Network (IWN) Chandigarh Tricity Chapter, under the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), hosted its Women Leadership Summit 2025 at CII Northern Region headquarters with the theme “Redefining Boundaries: From Barriers to Breakthroughs.” Over 200 women professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders gathered to share journeys, address challenges, and chart paths for inclusive leadership. Ritika Singh, Chairwoman of IWN Chandigarh Tricity, opened the summit, calling it “a celebration of leadership and a call to action.” Dr Reetinder Mohan and Mr Taranjeet S Bhamra emphasized building ecosystems where women thrive. Keynote speaker Trisha Rajani Vaidya highlighted the…

Lily Jones, a normal orphan girl, was doing homework with her younger sister Coco when suddenly a sparkling light appeared in their room. The two sisters walked towards it, and suddenly there was a rush of wind. When the wind stopped, they found themselves in a magical world. The moment they reached there, a small plump woman said, “Welcome to Magia.” “What?! No, no—how can this happen? We were just in Cambridge,” argued Lily. The woman explained that they had magically been transported to Magia, and to get back, they needed the help of Sabrina—the protector witch of Magia. “How…

“IN RUSSIA, HIS POPULARITY WAS SECOND ONLY TO RAJ KAPOOR.” Born in Lahore before the flames of partition reshaped the subcontinent, S. Harbhajan Singh inherited more than a legacy of resilience—he inherited a passion for truth. His father, S. Durlab Singh, was both a freedom fighter and a respected journalist. In 1947, the family moved to Delhi, but the ink in young Harbhajan’s veins stayed. As the eldest sibling, Harbhajan Singh naturally assumed responsibility early in life. He followed in his father’s footsteps and built a powerful career in journalism—spanning politics, cinema, and international diplomacy. Harbhajan Singh became a pivotal…

Following the reorganization of Punjab in 1966 and the creation of Haryana, the distribution of river waters—particularly from the Ravi and Beas—became an immediate concern. The 1981 tripartite agreement between Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan laid out water entitlements and directed the construction of the SYL Canal to facilitate Haryana’s access. Yet despite legal clarity, implementation was anything but smooth. Punjab’s resistance, both political and popular, led to stalled construction, culminating in the 2004 Punjab Termination of Agreements Act—an unprecedented legislative move that sought to unilaterally cancel prior arrangements. The Supreme Court later deemed this Act unconstitutional, reaffirming that inter-state water…

I was born in 1955, just eight years after India broke free from colonial rule. My earliest memories are woven with the scent of freshly ploughed earth in our Haryana village, where we sowed wheat and dreams side by side. We lived in modest times—ration cards in our drawers, lanterns in our homes, and news arriving slowly, often whispered by elders at the village square. Yet even then, I sensed something stirring in our land: a quiet fire, a stubborn hope, an unspoken belief that we were destined for more. India and I grew together. I was a boy of…

There are leaders who are born, and then there are those forged in the fire of grit, discipline, and deep-rooted values. Pargat Singh, once India’s wall on the hockey field, is now one of Punjab’s most respected and outspoken political voices. As a former Olympian, ex-Director of Sports, top cop, and now MLA, Singh’s journey is more than just the story of a man—it’s a chronicle of Punjab’s soul navigating modern challenges. “This generation of Punjabi youth needs direction — not labels.” He was never just a player on the field—he was the thinking man’s defender. Someone who knew that…

From wood sculptures to spiritual meditations, this Chandigarh-based artist speaks of a journey rooted in self-discovery, inner calling, and a decade of carving uniqueness in silence. Q. Tell us about your journey. How did it start? The journey began back in Class 8 when I sketched Buddha from a Hindi textbook. My parents noticed and said, “You’re good at sketching!” I then moved on to pencil portraits, including live ones of friends. But, like many Indian stories, academics came in the way. Later, some friends introduced me to woodwork — they were making wooden sculptures, and I thought, why not…

From classrooms to craft clusters, red carpets to research libraries, Dr. Vaibbhavi’s journey spans continents, disciplines, and centuries of Indian textile heritage. As a designer, educator, author, and co-founder of the conscious fashion label Vaibbhavi P, her mission is clear: to celebrate Indian craftsmanship while shaping a global narrative around slow, sustainable fashion. 1. You’ve had a remarkable journey bridging fashion, research, and education. Could you tell us a bit about your early inspirations and what led you to pursue such an interdisciplinary path? My journey has been fueled by a deep curiosity about how people, cultures, and the Earth…

In the spice-scented lanes of Old Delhi’s Khari Baoli—the largest dry fruit market in South Asia—a quiet revolution is ripening. Meet Fine Nuts Dry Fruit Wala, a pandemic born brand led by Ayush Mehta, a self-proclaimed “cracked nut” on a mission. What started as a COVID era experiment has evolved into a beacon of trust, sustainability, and tradition in India’s dry fruit gifting market. “We began self-procurement, right from the source, to ensure that our customers received only the best—untainted and honest.” The early COVID years exposed a gap in the market: lack of purity, inconsistent grading, and misleading packaging.…