English Blues: No child's play: decoding the nuances of ‘with’
One of the most frequestly used words in the English language has a multitude of bewildering uses. Here's a list of ALL of them, and how not to get them all muddled up
E-Canteen Fundas: Work hard, play harder: Why recovery activities are the key to longevity
Pro Tip: To manage emotional energy for high performance, find energy recovery activities and make them a priority. Practice holding opposite emotions to access emotional energy for full engagement.
Welcome to Reason: Do kids need a healthy body for a healthy mind?
The mid-day meals are a much-appreciated scheme of the government to keep kids in school and keep them healthy. But, does it really serve the purpose of supporting the student's mind?
Get set for your virtual interview: Nicholas Francis takes you through the steps for acing an e-interview
After COVID, virtual interviews have emerged as a key window that employers are giving prospective candidates
Kill your pride, bury the hatchet: The Coach talks about showing maturity in the times of adversity
Angry with something a friend from college did aeons ago and consider him your mortal enemy? Don’t, says The Coach. Here’s why
Welcome to Reason: Should age be a factor in picking principals?
Government college lecturers allege that the age limit makes it hard for them to be appointed as principals. Is the restriction fair, or is it an abstract rule that robs the deserving of the position
E-Canteen Fundas: The energiser bunny in you needs a refresh too
Pro Tip: Physical energy is fundamental to performance. It is impacted by our breathing and eating rhythms. To increase physical energy measures, small changes in food, sleep and hydration help
English Blues: Understanding the difference between each other and one another
A look at the thin lines we tread between "each other" and "one another" and if a faux pas among them can lead to some serious miscommunication
E-Canteen Fundas: Learn to hit the pause button and refresh!
Pro Tip: To manage energy, use the oscillation technique — engage in focused work for 90-120 minutes and then disengage for 15 minutes for energy renewal.
English Blues: Decoding headlines and their language
Is that headline good enough for you? Find out what goes into the makings of magnetic headlines, and why it is never a mean feat
Welcome to Reason: Do you need uniforms during online classes?
Etiquette in formal dressing is making headlines in an era when people are forced to work from the confines of their homes. Is there a need for students to don their uniforms for virtual classes
World Youth Skills Day: Everything you need to know about the future of work after the pandemic
From IoT to AI and a whole new attitude to work — this what the future of work will look like as we move into a post-pandemic world
The fast and the curious: Why you should advise your children to drive responsibly
In light of the recent accidents involving young drivers, The Coach advises parents to teach their children to drive responsibly
Welcome to Reason: Should schools rescue the single parents?
Typically, the submission of applications for school admissions involves giving names of both parents — even if one of them is dead
E-Canteen Fundas: Find pleasure in the process and outcome to get the right result
Pro Tip: To enjoy the journey and get results, focus on the process. Use results to calibrate and adjust the process till you get the right result
English Blues: Using 'they', 'their', 'them' in the English language to bring in inclusivity
In India, traditionalists who are obsessed with linguistic rules and those who are not exposed to the gender-neutral singular ‘they’ will surely find fault with the headlines and point out the errors
Why law students should stay abreast of what's happening in the digital lawyering space
The process of digitalisation stresses on smart digital lawyering through which e-filing, e-hearing and e-trials can be possible.
India, dial D to disrupt dowry: Why the society should raise its voice to say no to the practice
In light of a recent dowry-related death, The Coach tells us why we as a society should raise our collective voices and say no to dowry
English Blues: Is couple plural or is it incorrect? Here's what we found
In British English, it is very common to treat ‘couple’ as a plural noun and it is not incorrect to use a singular verb after ‘couple’
Welcome to Reason: Can COVID-disrupted education be rebuilt?
All stakeholders need to supportively collaborate because reforming our education system and reimagining learning can wait no more
E-Canteen Fundas: Believe you deserve it and keep 'em coming
Pro Tip: Along with hard work and the right processes, work on deserve-ability. When you believe you deserve the best and expect it, your capacity to receive good expands
The Trainer Brainer: Negotiate things the right way, be a good listener
The key to a good negotiation is to be a good listener. Listen properly and come up with clear answers
Shun the stigma: Ensuring social distancing doesn't literally distance the youth
An unwanted outcome of the raging pandemic are the social taboos tagging along with it. This sense of fear has stretched to such an extent that victims of COVID are experiencing boycotts
Get with the legalese: Why law students must master the language of the law
The technicality of the legal language used in legal written documents is so unvaried and expansive, a legal expert or practitioner’s advice is a must to comprehend
Turning the tide with pride: All your questions about the queer community answered
This Pride Month, we at Edex answer all your questions about the queer community. There's a lot you can learn about them. Read more to find out
Insight Edge: What has COVID-19 done to education and technology?
As per a recent research, not more than 10 per cent of Indian teachers had ever used technology in their teaching before COVID-19
Welcome to Reason: Could influencers be blackmailers too? The debate is on
The rise of social media has helped people increase their outreach to a global audience. Influencers can also be typical individuals who post their interest
The Trainer Brainer: Explore all career possibilities and start early on to be successful
Scout out reference information from professionals in the industry, your seniors and social contacts
E-Canteen Fundas: How about cranking up that energy in here and see positive results in life?
Pro Tip: Energy is everything and vice versa. Change the context of all moments to a high-energy one, act doubly energetic and see positive results in your life
English Blues: Is the word 'batchmate' an Indianism or not?
Indianism refers to a word that is a characteristic of Indian English. In India, it is a very commonly used term
Dropouts still an aching sore: Why education is the only way to defeat social injustice
The first is first and always special and so is the first convocation of KISS Deemed-to-be University to be on June 27, 2021. The ceremony will be held in a hybrid mode — both physical and virtual
Using language smartly: Learning English for Specific Purposes could help you go a long way
Here’s an exploration of how English for Specific Purposes (ESP) offers customised learning for eager students who are in the pursuit of higher education or are working professionals
Yoga Day: Grand Master Akshar's masterclass on yoga for a post-COVID situation
Yoga’s role has become more important than ever in protecting the individual from the virus. Grand Master Akshar, Founder, Akshar Yoga tells us about the asanas that can serve us best in these times
Welcome to Reason: Is it okay to be under the mercy of school managements or moneylenders?
There are at least two well-known routes which prudent managements in the corporate/business sectors routinely resort to — Reserve Fund and Sinking Fund
E-Canteen Fundas: Are you worth it or not? Your self-worth decides what you allow into your life
Pro Tip: Your self-worth decides what you allow into your life. Increase your self-worth and treat yourself like you’re worthy, accept nothing less
The Trainer Brainer: Don't ever forget to self-reflect while trying to achieve something in your career
Self-reflection in one’s career grounds them to reality from an aimless wandering of the mind and here's how it can empower you
English Blues: What do the words 'social media butterfly', 'social butterly' mean?
Some people are very sociable and they enjoy talking to others and making friends with them. They easily break the ice and connect with anyone they come across
Don't use the R-word: Why we should be careful while using a few words in front of a rape victim
People often use many words that could be unintentionally insensitive to a rape victim. The Coach tells us why we should be careful
Keep the positive vibes coming to banish all COVID-induced gloom
They might have started off as safety regulations but actions like washing our hands often and wearing a mask have turned into habits at this point. We probably don’t even need reminders for that
How law education prepares you for whatever lies ahead, within or outside the field
The vast syllabus and standards of pursuing law academically demand constant efforts and involvement in the learning process on behalf of the students that can make them a winner in this field
