This Year

I completed a year in my new school yesterday. Notice how I still say 'new school'. Well here I am to rant.
A year ago I joined Sai International School to embark upon a new journey, class 11 and 12. This is the 'most crucial' phase of my education. It decides my entire career.
Apparently.
I must say, even now, for me my school is Loyola. It is something I am never getting over. That however, does not mean that this year has not taught me anything.
First of all, this was probably the biggest change I had to face as yet.
Loyola for me is my childhood, my best memory, my love and my home. It is the best thing that happened to me. To have it all torn away from me hurt a lot. And I am incredibly proud of how I have adjusted to this life.
I learnt that life is not as rosy as you'd like. At times you'll be in a place you don't like. However, it doesn't mean you can't find nice people. Oh yeah, I learnt to make new friends.
More importantly though I realised how very important my old friends and my parents are for me. They are the most special people in my life.
I learnt another valuable lesson. Back in Loyola, I could safely assume that most of my batchmates, all my teachers and some of my juniors and seniors knew me. I was on good terms with almost everybody. I was active and participated in everything. Now however, I am always buried in my books. My sole concern is my studies and my sleep. I belong to an 'uncool' section full of people who only study hard. (I don't find it uncool, btw). Ninety percent of my batchmates have no clue who I am. To be honest though, I don't give a damn. I have learnt that you could go from being somebody to being nobody and really, it does not matter.
I would like to say I have matured a little. I certainly have become a little more practical. I care a good deal lot about my studies. Also, I can now stay up late. :P
Who could believe a change of school could change me so much. But the question I still ask myself is, is it all for the better?

Freedom, a Joke?

By writing here today I am utilizing my Fundamental right, one the six freedoms provided to me under the Indian Constitution, freedom of speech and expression. I am sure we all agree that every single individual has the right to put forward his views on any issue as along as he does not offend or provoke any section of society.
Looks like all this is a joke for the TRAI.
Imagine having to pay extra for every website you access? Imagine being forced to make use of only one website in its category because none of the other similar websites are loading? Imagine what would happen if all the messenger apps would charge you for every message you send. Come April 24th and that is how the face of the internet will be for all Indian residents.
TRAI has formulated this regulation and will be implementing it on April 24th.
Just for a moment imagine if all the stuff I just said comes true. Ugh!
Dont we have the right to access any website or application we want with all working at the same efficiency? How pathetic is it that telecom operators complain of loss revenue due to these over the top apps? Moreover, charging extra for the usage of these apps to compensate for the loss incurred by the telecos and ISPs? My, oh my! Where have we got to and where are we headed?
Most importantly though I urge you to visit this website and send the mail to TRAI immediately.
The internet influences our lives more than we can imagine. It is our forum, it is where we develop our opinions, where we entertain ourselves, where we educate ourselves, where we connect and reconnect with people we love. It is our basic right. We wont give it up.

Byomkesh Bakshi: Detective

Where do I begin?
Set in the 1940s Calcutta during the World War 2 in British India, this movie is nothing short of brilliance. First of all, the feel of that time. Curfews, trams and the 'bangali babus' was perfect. And the plot? Baby, this plot keeps you engaged from the very first frame of the movie.
Byomkesh Bakshi, a private detective, took up the job of looking for a young man's missing father. Little did he know though, that this will take him deep into the scandals of politicians and mafia of Calcutta all alike. But hey, sinister plots and twists and turns? Perfect detective movie, people.
And the acting, man weren't they brilliant! And I wont tell you too much about how they were perfect in their roles because that will give the story away.
So a definite yes to this movie. Watch it and I promise you, you'll get your money's worth.

Theory of Everything

Do not be under the impression that I am reviewing this movie. It is beyond perfection. I just watched the movie and I feel particularly expressive. I am sorry I am full of thoughts at the moment.
Well, Stephen Hawking is my idol. I am a proud owner of his books. Moreover, who does not respect him for overcoming his disability?
At times like these, I realise how very insignificant my problems are. All I have to deal with is a few tiring hours and a little less fun. But does that come close? The answer is too damn obvious.
We always look to chase our dreams, to do what we're passionate about. But have you dreamt as bad as this man?
You'd expect me to cry watching this movie. But this time, I surprised myself. My eyes didnt tear up even slightly. All I could feel was a sense of empowerment and motivation.
Rare occasions like these remind me why people choose to pursue science. Because science is everything. It lies within us. And the study of the skies, the stars. We are made of them. We literally are all stardust. Can there BE anything more fascinating?
So people, dont worry about reaching for the stars. You already are one. ;)
Just go out there and do your thing.