Category: Leadership

My Idol: Virat Kohli
July 6th, 2025 by Saksham GujjarWhen I think of determination, discipline, and passion, one name instantly comes to mind — Virat Kohli. He is not just a cricketing legend but an inspiration to millions like me. As a fan of cricket and someone who believes in hard work, I truly admire Virat Kohli for his journey, mindset, and achievements. Born …

Climate vs. Economy? That’s the Wrong Question
June 18th, 2025 by Jamie LiuAs climate disasters grow more frequent and severe, the question is no longer whether we can afford climate action, but whether we can afford not to act. While some countries argue that economic growth must take precedence over climate action, fearing that environmental regulations might hinder industrial progress, this framing is both outdated and misleading. …
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Financial Literacy: The Silent Weapon for Women’s Empowerment
June 8th, 2025 by girlup_imkaanWhen we talk about empowering women, we often think of education, healthcare, and leadership opportunities. These are undoubtedly powerful tools. But there is another silent weapon that often goes unnoticed: Financial Literacy. Financial literacy means having the knowledge and skills to manage money wisely. It might seem like a basic skill, but for many underprivileged …
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Dear Younger Me,
May 11th, 2025 by girlup_imkaanYounger me refers to every girl out there who feels her voice is too small to be heard in this huge world. But trust me, you are more powerful than you know to bring the change. It is a reminder for you to learn that being a girl is a strength, it gives you the …

A Guitar and Grandpa’s Harmony
March 10th, 2025 by sahanaFor most 5th graders, the last day of school is one of emancipation. But for me, it was a day I dreaded for one reason. Our school’s annual field trip to Pier 39 in San Francisco. After an insufferable 2-hour bus ride, filled with typical elementary school atrocities, we had finally reached our destination. My …

Online Platforms and Their Impact on Democracy
January 5th, 2025 by girlup_imkaan“Democracy is not just the right to vote, it is the right to live in dignity.” – Naomi Klein The availability of information through online platforms has undoubtedly changed people’s attitude towards news, opinions, and resources. Internet environments have broken geographical barriers, allowing people all over the world to access information instantly. This global dimension …
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Public Speaking: Make Them Care
December 29th, 2024 by Matt_InternationalEventCoordinatorTo most people, public speaking is just going up in front of a crowd and speaking, however, this is not truly the spirit of public speaking. It’s about influencing people, making them care about what you say and effectively communicating your idea. Whether it’s giving a presentation in class or at a speech for house …

Women in Corporate world
December 15th, 2024 by girlup_imkaan“Feminism isn’t about making women stronger. Women are already strong, it’s about changing the way the world perceives that strength.” ― G.D. Anderson To begin with, we all know the basic statistics of the world we all are living in. It is not new that out of the two one will always try and overpower …

A Survival Guide to Managing Hostel Life While Pursuing MBBS
December 8th, 2024 by Gunn MittalA Survival Guide to Managing Hostel Life While Pursuing MBBS For many people, entering the field of medical education is a dream come true, but it also presents the particular difficulty of acclimating to dormitory life while being away from home. Living in a hostel adds an additional level of responsibility to the rigorous and …
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MAN IS THE MASTER OF HIS FATE
August 16th, 2024 by Yogita BatraSwami Vivekanand said “Stand up, be bold, be strong. Take the whole responsibility on your own shoulders and know that all the strength you want is within yourselves. You are the creator, the master of your own destiny”. Really, these lines are sufficient to motivate a man who is feeling low, the one who has …