Day: October 3, 2022
Cycle rally in Delhi creates cancer awareness
Pink and blue buntings zig-zagged across the street while the crowd cheered for the 300 women cyclists who participated in the Hope on the Wheels
Fulfilling our promise
Who are your Rotary heroes? One of mine was Clem Renouf, 1978–79 RI president. I related to Sir Clem, who died in 2020, in many
White Rhinos and Black Mambas
Dressed in a baggy green camouflage uniform and black work boots, long ponytail swinging against her back, Tsakane Nxumalo, 26, and her partner Naledi Malungane,
Shining a spotlight on polio
In August, I was proud to visit Pakistan and highlight Rotary’s top goal, eradicating polio. It was also a tremendous opportunity to spotlight female health
Think long-term, beyond your year
One of the privileges I have is the opportunity to meet and interact with several Rotarians from around our region. During my interactions, the one
We’re better people, thanks to Rotary: RI President
Who, here, is not a better person because you are part of Rotary? Because of the opportunities it has given you to give back, to
British royalty’s Rotary connection
As the world focuses on the demise of Queen Elizabeth II and ascension of Prince Charles to the throne, the deep connect the British Royal
Prez Jones inaugurates a radiation centre in Pune
I can feel what these women are going through. I wouldn’t be standing here today if I had not received prompt treatment then. So don’t underestimate
Meet your Governors
Leadership workshops for Rotarians Under projects tiled FAB 10, clubs will come together to do high-impact, high-visibility service in Thane and neighbourhood. “Projects like
The role of UN today
United Nations Day is celebrated each year on October 24 since 1945 to mark its promotion of human rights, diversity and progress across countries. On
Why do developed nations have tiny bathrooms?
For the last two weeks I have been travelling in Western Europe, which is supposed to comprise developed countries. Economists and others use all sorts
Leadership lessons from Queen Elizabeth II
Ascribe it to the ironic times in which we live that a world torn apart by aggression, strife, war, and divided so deeply along regional,
For a healthier, happier you
Seasons change, times change and so do we. We grow older, perhaps wiser! The thing is not to get stuck and set in old ways
Litfest in the mountains
I am not a writer. I don’t know why I am here.’ That’s how Gita Ramaswamy began her conversation onstage. At the end of
A Rotary blood bank moves to new premises
For better accessibility to both patients and donors, the Rotary Challa Blood Bank being run by RC Hyderabad Deccan, RID 3150, was shifted to the
Early lessons in environmental care
It is rightly said that inculcating good ideas in a child begins at home. Surrounding the home with eco-friendly options teaches children to embrace
Fighting for disability rights from the wheelchair
People must be empathetic to the needs of the disabled. Disability is not a curse. It can happen to anyone; an accident or old age
A one-day RYLA for transgenders
In an effort to support the transgender community, RID 3232 conducted a one-day RYLA programme, titled Pride RYLA, for 63 transgenders below the age of
Ahmedabad Interactors raise funds for Ukraine and Pakistan
From starting a canteen to dedicating after-school hours to tutoring elderly people on online shopping, to selling bhel puri and pani puri, three Interact clubs
Why Indians loved the Queen, even while hating British Raj
Expectedly, the passing away of Queen Elizabeth II was received by most Indians with a heavy heart and a feeling of loss… loss that comes