Tannu Shree

In April 2025, Zach Yadegari, an 18-year-old entrepreneur and CEO of the AI-powered nutrition app Cal AI ignited a nationwide debate on college admissions. Despite a 4.0 GPA, a 34 ACT score and a startup generating $30 million annually, Yadegari faced rejection from 15 of the 18 elite universities he applied to including Harvard, Yale, Stanford and MIT (indiatoday.in). His story, which went viral with over 10 million views on X (formerly Twitter) challenges the traditional metrics of success and raises questions about the values upheld by prestigious academic institution. The Paradox of Achievement Yadegari's accomplishments are nothing short of extraordinary. He began coding at seven, launched his first app at 12 and by 16 had successfully exited a gaming business (independent.co.uk). His current venture Cal AI employs 15 people and has become the fastest-growing app in its category (hindustantimes.com). Yet these achievements were seemingly insufficient for admission into top-tie...

  1 You know how sometimes life just feels too heavy? Like you are carrying all this pain, confusion and heartbreak but you don't know how to let it go? That’s exactly how I felt when I picked up All This Love by Ashish Bagrecha. And let me tell you, this book is not just a collection of poems. It’s like a warm hug, a friend who sits with you in silence and somehow makes you feel lighter. Mental health is not an easy thing to deal with. I have had my fair share of days when nothing made sense, when everything felt too overwhelming. And that’s where this book helped me. Ashish Bagrecha has been through depression and anxiety himself and he has poured all his emotions into these pages. His words hit straight to the heart because they are real, raw and unfiltered. It felt like someone understood exactly what I was going through. "Some wounds are invisible, and only those who have them know how deep they truly are." One thing that really stayed with me is how writing becam...

History, as we know it, has often been written by those in power. But what happens when the voices of the marginalized refuse to be silenced? Meena Kandasamy’s The Gypsy Goddess is not just a novel—it’s a bold act of resistance that reclaims history from the margins. By bringing the Kilvenmani massacre of 1968 into focus, Kandasamy challenges mainstream narratives, forcing readers to confront the brutal realities of caste oppression in India. A Novel That Defies Convention Kandasamy’s transition from poetry to fiction wasn’t just about switching genres; it was about reaching a wider audience with stories that needed to be told. The Gypsy Goddess doesn’t follow the usual linear storytelling methods. Instead, it adopts a fragmented, postmodernist style—one that refuses to make history a neat, consumable tale. This structure mirrors the way Dalit histories have been suppressed, distorted, or erased over time. Unlike conventional historical fiction, which often tries to reconstruct the pas...

 Poetry has a way of capturing emotions in the simplest of images. A single object, a fleeting moment, a color—these can hold a world of meaning when placed in the right hands. In Save Me an Orange Hayley Grace does exactly this. She takes something as ordinary as an orange and turns it into a symbol of resilience, friendship and fleeting joy. But why an orange? Why not an apple, a flower or the sky? The choice is deliberate. Oranges are bright, small bursts of sweetness but they also carry a hint of bitterness. Just like life. In this blog we will explore how Grace uses the orange as a metaphor offering readers a quiet yet powerful message of hope. The Orange as a Symbol of Resilience Throughout Save Me an Orange Grace writes about pain and struggle, the shadows of growing up and the weight of survival. The orange in this context becomes more than just a fruit—it is a reminder that even in hardship something sweet remains. One of the most striking lines in the book reflects this t...

"Sometimes, the best way to welcome a new year is not with fireworks, but with the silence of the mountains." The Beginning: A Journey Through Changing Landscapes On December 28th, I set off from Jalandhar, heading towards an adventure that would push my limits and leave me with memories for a lifetime. After a stop at Chandigarh, I made my way to Manikaran, a town famous for its Gurudwara and natural hot springs. The winding roads, the crisp mountain air, and the anticipation of what lay ahead filled me with excitement. By December 30th, I had reached Kalga, a peaceful village hidden in the Parvati Valley. Surrounded by apple orchards and wooden houses, it felt like stepping into another world—one where time moved slowly, and life felt simpler. The Trek: A Battle Against My Limits On December 31st, I began the 24-kilometer trek to Khirganga. The path wound through dense pine forests, crossed wooden bridges, and followed the sound of flowing streams. Each step brought a new s...

 The Art of Storytelling: Enhancing Writing Skills Through Creative Narratives Storytelling is a timeless art form that has been used to share knowledge, inspire action, and entertain for centuries. In the classroom, storytelling can be a powerful tool to enhance students' writing skills and unlock their creativity. By encouraging students to tap into their natural storytelling abilities, educators can help them develop stronger writing techniques, improve their ability to communicate, and foster a lifelong love for words. Why Storytelling Matters in Writing Storytelling isn’t just about spinning a good tale — it’s a way to connect with readers, express ideas clearly, and leave a lasting impression. Whether it's through a personal narrative, fictional tale, or even non-fiction writing, stories help us make sense of the world. Integrating storytelling into writing lessons helps students understand the structure, emotion, and purpose behind effective writing. At its core, storyte...