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Spotting the differences This was my response to an analytical piece "Why Gen Z India Stir is Different" published in ET on July 27, 2026 : "The events, 'spontaneous' gathering of tens of thousands of youth from different walks of life for a common cause at a sensitive location and the crowd 'clinching' a victory of sorts by forcing a minister to resign have been celebrated elegantly. It is now for the central government and the people to decipher the message and show the wisdom to repair the system which was responsible for the developments that caused the breakdown of the architecture, in the first place. The birth of CJP or the forced resignation of one minister have no parallels in the protests which threatened the regimes in Nepal, Bangaladesh and Sri Lanka except in the role of Gen Z. Earlier the real issues like corruption, inefficiency and sagging trust in governance are addressed, the better for India." M G Warrier

Good Morning M G Warrier Significance of AUM In the Upanishads, AUM (Om) is defined as the primeval, imperishable sound representing the entire universe, ultimate reality (Brahman), and the inner Self (Atman). It encompasses past, present, and future, serving as the ultimate tool for meditation and spiritual liberation. Structure and States of Consciousness The Mandukya Upanishad breaks down the sacred syllable AUM into four parts, mapping them directly to human states of awareness and cosmic reality: A (Akara): The waking state (jagrat), representing outward-facing consciousness and the physical world. U (Ukara): The dreaming state (svapna), representing inward-facing consciousness and the realm of mental dreams. M (Makara): Deep sleep (sushupti), representing a state of integrated rest where desires and dreams vanish. The Silence (Turiya): The fourth transcendent state, representing pure infinite awareness, peace, and the ultimate unified Self beyond the three spoken syllables....

Paradox of choice - The Economic Times https://share.google/CGlwYDuiTEcBMA34B Excerpts : "Decision-making presents challenges due to overwhelming choices and the fear of regret. Humans often face an anguish of freedom when choosing between attractive options. Krishn advised Arjun to embrace his duty and focus on moral responsibilities. Detaching from outcomes and cultivating a calm mind are essential for sound decisions. Arjun's reflection led to victory after applying these principles." This is not about philosophy. This is about a dilemma all of us face in everyday life. Too many choices or options available. Which dress to wear? Whether focus on health and family, or struggle for a wealthier, brighter future in some corner of the world? Whether plan short-term or long term, when it comes to career, savings etc? Whether to WFH(Work From Home) or go to Office? Whether to cook food at home, or order, or go out and eat? What to eat? Menu Card is not a Card, it's a b...

Welcome To Warrier's Friends' COLLAGE, July, 2026 : Part IV Remembering E X Joseph July 24, 2026 is second Memorial Day of E X Joseph. We had maintained a cordial, brotherly relationship ever since we met sometime in 1964. Prayers M G Warrier A Adieu, E X Joseph https://www.warriersblog.com/2024/07/adieu-e-x-joseph.html Excerpts : Dear Joseph *** "When we met first in 1964, I was still a teenager and you were Secretary General of All India Audit and Accounts Employees Association. You had come to address us (employees of AG's Office, Thiruvananthapuram) and all of us were amazed by your oratory which received continuous applause from the audience. We were not aware of your MA Economics background then. After restoring recognition of the Association, you left AG's Office and pursued journalism, law, writing poetry and books and what not, till recently, before giving up the practice in Supreme Court as Senior Advocate." *** During his stay in ...

Reserve first half for regular business The intro to the detailed report on disruption of proceedings in Parliament on front page in The Economic Times on July 21, 2026 (Detailed report was on page 2) captioned "Opposition Stalls LS on Opening Day; Stir Likely to Continue" engaged my attention. Perhaps, all Media Current Affairs desks keep such templates easily accessible for use any day during the period some legislative house is in session. So that, with appropriate update, this can be used without wasting time. I also have preserved a draft response ready for use, occasionally. So far, my response on this subject has not been published. Today... Sharing submitted version* : The Editor The Economic Times July 21, 2026 Chat Room Reserve first half for regular business This refers to the report "Opposition Stalls LS on Opening Day; Stir Likely to Continue" (July 21). Legislatures across the country, from upper house of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) to Loca...

Bergson’s philosophy of laughter https://share.google/yqgTPTlAHaIkwiVMS Nobel Lauraette Henri-Louis Bergson ( 18 October 1859 – 4 January 1941) was a French philosopher who was influential in the traditions of analytic philosophy and continental philosophy, especially during the first half of the 20th century until the Second World War, but also after 1966 when Gilles Deleuze published Le Bergsonisme. Leaving laughter for a moment, let's look at Bergson and his philosophy briefly : https://amzn.in/d/05hKWddy "Bergson and His Philosophy" by John Alexander Gunn is a landmark work that provides a detailed analysis of Henri Bergson's philosophical beliefs, a notable French philosopher of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. Gunn dives deeply into Bergson's philosophical views, clarifying his thoughts on time, intuition, and the essence of reality. He delivers Bergson's ideas in a straightforward and understandable manner, making them accessible to...