We are living through a deeply paradoxical phase in the job market. On one hand, headlines are dominated by layoffs, AI-led disruption, and shrinking job security. On the other, employers across sectors—ranging from farms to financial services—are struggling to fill open roles. Unemployment is high.And yet, jobs remain unfilled. Two Kinds of Labour Today’s workforceContinue reading “Musings of an Undercover Economist: Contradictions in the Job Market – Shortages in an Era of Unemployment”
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Beyond Reputation: What Cricket Statistics Really Reveal
Having spent my younger years playing competitive cricket and representing Mumbai, one habit has stayed with me — I instinctively read cricket through numbers. Scorecards, averages, strike rates… they rarely get carried away by hype. Because truth be told, many of our strongest opinions about players aren’t shaped by numbers at all. We often fallContinue reading “Beyond Reputation: What Cricket Statistics Really Reveal”
Class of ’92: Greys and Good stories on the Rocks
Recently, our MBA Class of ’92 finally made it happen again. The last reunion marked the “official” 25-year milestone—so this one, at 33 years, was clearly overdue. The spark came courtesy of a batchmate visiting India for his son’s post-wedding celebrations. One message led to another, WhatsApp did what it does best, and suddenly aContinue reading “Class of ’92: Greys and Good stories on the Rocks”
LIVE2B100: Age Actively, Age Joyfully — The GENES Way
As life expectancy rises and more of us are likely to live well into our 80s and 90s, the question is no longer “How long can we live?” but rather “How well can we live?” .The LIVE2B100 initiative is built on this belief — that active ageing is not a coincidence but a conscious practice.Continue reading “LIVE2B100: Age Actively, Age Joyfully — The GENES Way”
Safety at Home: Protecting Seniors from Slips, Trips & Falls
Every year, one in four seniors experiences a fall — and nearly 80% of these incidents are preventable. Simple yet powerful steps to make homes safer for seniors, while encouraging a positive mindset toward aging and independence. 🌟 Think Safety, Not Fragility Home modifications are enhancements for safer, smarter living — not responses to disability.Continue reading “Safety at Home: Protecting Seniors from Slips, Trips & Falls”
Yoga for Seniors: Boosting Flexibility, Mobility & Balance
Staying active and flexible as we age is possible – yoga can help. Move smart, live betterAs we age, stiffness in joints, back or knee aches, and reduced flexibility can limit our mobility and increase the risk of falls. If left unaddressed, this not only affects independence but also overall quality of life. The keyContinue reading “Yoga for Seniors: Boosting Flexibility, Mobility & Balance”
Healthy Smiles for Life
“Teeth are taken for granted—until they start hurting.”That was the opening line from the recent LIVE2B100 podcast hosted by Simpli5 featuring Dr. Smita Athavale, Senior Prosthodontist and Founding Member of the Association for Geriatric Dentistry (AGeD). And she’s right. We often neglect our teeth in our daily health routines, only to realize their value whenContinue reading “Healthy Smiles for Life”
Breathe Better: How Pranayam Boosts Health and Well-Being
In our quest to LIVE2B100—not just in years, but in vitality—one of the most powerful tools is already within us: our breath. Rooted in ancient Indian wisdom and now backed by modern science, Pranayam (breath control) is more than a relaxation technique. It is a proven way to stimulate the body’s natural healing system—what weContinue reading “Breathe Better: How Pranayam Boosts Health and Well-Being”
Team Over Stars? A Banker’s Reflection
I recently revisited the iconic ICICI Bank Towers at BKC after nearly two decades. Walking through its sleek corridors brought back a flood of memories—from a time when the place buzzed with urgency and ambition. Back then, if you weren’t dashing from the South Tower to the North or navigating the maze of meeting rooms,Continue reading “Team Over Stars? A Banker’s Reflection”
Unlocking Nature’s Own Pharmacy
With advancement in science of longevity, there is a growing community of scientists and doctors who believe that ageing, just as any disease, can be treated and life can be extended. It is possible to live to be 100 (LIVE2B100). However, to enjoy extended life, age gracefully and live life on your own terms, youContinue reading “Unlocking Nature’s Own Pharmacy”
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