TEACHER STUDENT REUNION
He was inconsolable after his IIT results in 2005; 21 years later, Bombay Shaving Company founder meets the teacher who told him 'do your best and forget the rest'
Bombay Shaving Company founder Shantanu Deshpande recently reunited with his former mathematics teacher, JJ Sir, after 21 years. Recalling a difficult phase during his IIT preparation in 2005, Deshpande shared how his teacher's reassuring words, "Do your best and forget the rest", stayed with him over the years. The emotional reunion struck a chord with LinkedIn users, prompting many to share memories of teachers who supported them during challenging times.
Psychology says you secretly compare yourself with old classmates and it is not jealousy
Encountering someone from school can bring old ambitions, expectations and possibilities back to the surface. You may not necessarily want the career or lifestyle they have built, but seeing their progress can prompt you to think about your own goals and the plans you once imagined but have yet to pursue.
In 1999, an American teacher gave $5,000 to a Chinese woman fighting a desert. 27 years later, they reunited in tears after her trees grew into a 50,000-tree forest
In 1999, American teacher Ronald Sakolsky gave $5,000 to Chinese environmentalist Yin Yuzhen after seeing her fight against desertification in Inner Mongolia. Sakolsky eventually travelled to Inner Mongolia and met Yin in person in 2000. Decades later, their reunion ended in tears as the trees she planted grew into a forest of more than 50,000 trees.
Teach You A Lesson OTT release date: When and where to watch Kim Moo-yul, Lee Sung-min's high-school action K-drama in India
A gripping new K-drama, Teach You a Lesson, based on the popular webtoon Get Schooled, is set to premiere in India. This action-packed series tackles school violence with a dark, unconventional approach, featuring a special agency that uses tough methods to protect students. Read on to know when and where to watch it online.
The Cosmic Plot Twist of 2026: How Saturn, Pluto & Neptune Will Radically Change Every Zodiac Sign’s Destiny
2026 is astrology’s ultimate plot twist year, a cosmic shake-up where Saturn, Pluto, and Neptune rewrite destiny itself. Every zodiac sign will experience unexpected shifts in purpose, relationships, and direction as old structures collapse and new timelines emerge. What looks like chaos is actually divine reprogramming, the Universe editing your story for evolution.
Maharashtra govt asks all schools to start alumni associations
The Maharashtra government has mandated all schools, including private and government-run, to establish alumni associations. These bodies, comprising former students and school officials, will contribute to academic, infrastructural, and cultural development. Their responsibilities include upgrading facilities, organizing guidance sessions, and supporting meritorious students, with an online platform planned for tracking.
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Cinemacon 2025: Wicked For Good to Jurassic World Rebirth, top 15 movie trailers released at event
CinemaCon 2025 has seen a slew of announcements from John Wick 5 to a new Spider-Man movie. Here are the top 15 trailers that were released at the event.
Cobra Kai season 6: Martin Kove's John Kreese makes the ultimate sacrifice in season finale
Cobra Kai season 6: The final season of the much popular Netflix series is a rollercoaster ride for fans. Martin Kove's character John Kreese has an emotional reunion with Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka). Kreese even apologises for attacking Johnny years ago after a loss.
Physical classes for students of 1-8 resume in TN; children accorded warm welcome
Across the state, schools reopened for offline classes for the first time in over a year and a half for the students of classes I-VIII, with enthusiastic children being greeted by, in some places, the traditional Tamil reception involving Nagaswaram-Thavil instruments, used during auspicious occasions including weddings.
View: Tank up your relationship capital
Whether we are teachers, students, business leaders, executives or managers, each of us has spent large chunks of our accumulated relationship capital with impunity - not only to preserve professional continuity but also to continue to connect, reinvent, reimagine, innovate and survive the crisis.
As infections rise, C.D.C. urges some vaccinated Americans to wear masks again
CDC officials also called for universal masking for teachers, staff, students and visitors in schools, regardless of vaccination status and community transmission of the virus. With additional precautions, schools nonetheless should return to in-person learning in the fall.
View: Covid is a reminder why technology cannot completely replace the need to travel
Why indeed were we so mobile – travelling and commuting, clocking up miles and being slaves to transport schedules? E-commerce brings both luxuries and necessities to our doorstep. Erstwhile jetsetters are realising that they wasted their time in airports while they could have been equally productive on Zoom.
From potluck luncheons to 'ugly sweater' parties, Bengaluru's Anglo-Indians kindle the Christmas spirit
Here's how the Anglo-Indian family's bonds have metamorphosed in a rapidly exploding Bengaluru.
Are you prone to injuries during workout? Here is how to avoid them
Always warm up before you start your workout as it ensures your muscles & tissues receive enough blood to perform required tasks.
Cyrus Mistry was a naughty school boy
An excerpt from author Ashwin Sanghi's new book gives a glimpse into a lesser known facet to Tata Chairman Cyrus Mistry's personality.
Rise in your profession: Tips on how to utilize an alumni network
Your network of alma mater friends and the alumni from companies with a strong culture provide a pool of people seeking to connect and help.
Satya Nadella: An 'eagle' who loved 'Puff, the magic dragon'
Hyderabad Public School patted itself on the back for grooming alumnus Satya Nadella — remembered by some as the 'eagle' who loved Puff, the magic dragon.
What makes Hyderabad Public School, with alumni like Satya Nadella, Prem Watsa tick?
Other than Satya Nadella, the man tipped to be Microsoft CEO, the 90-year-old school has some famous alumni.
Ashish Nanda’s global blueprint for IIM-Ahmedabad
After taking charge, that global orientation lies at the core of the three ways in which Ashish Nanda is trying to take IIM-Ahmedabad to the next level.
Lootera: Movie Review
Lootera is based on a century-old short story ‘The Last Leaf’ by American writer O Henry.
Why Dominican Republic is the destination for sun, fun, family and money
Easy visa requirements and increasing NRI interest in the island as an exotic destination for weddings are fast putting it on our radar.
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