Life in South City 1: Navigating the Challenges
As 2024 comes to an end, I read up all my articles of the year to summarise the challenges we face as a colony. Life in South City 1 is…
The Retreat Society’s Christmas Carnival: A Joyous Celebration of the Season
Retreat Society hosted a Christmas Carnival on 25th December. The event was thoroughly enjoyed by the residents with unbridled enthusiasm and festive cheer. The carnival had a plethora of attractions:…
A Makeover For M Block: Residents Take Up Cudgels
As children, we were taught how five fingers together make a fist, and you could be strong and fight any challenge. This message resurfaced when I recently saw some residents…
Revolutionising Sarees
We’ve witnessed the saree’s remarkable journey – from wedding celebrations to corporate boardrooms, and from casual meetups to glamorous events. However, #ShalmaliUncharted takes this narrative a step further. #ShalmaliUncharted is…
Surinder Dhir’s Journey for Accessible Travel for All
Surinder Dhir’s story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of advocacy. As a wheelchair user and avid traveler, Surinder has turned his per-sonal challenges into a mission…
The Slim Homes Thrift Store Brings Responsible Consumption
Slim Homes launched its Thrift Store Program in December 2023. Surabhi Pahuja (I-35) proposed the idea and we got off on a good start from January 2024. The program aims…
Batting for Textile Waste Management: South City 1 Scores Again
Residents of South City 1 discovered the environmental impact of textile waste management and joined the Circular Textile initiative, the Clothes Collection Drive at Gurugram by Saahas Zero Waste, Slim…
Part 2 – Life in South City 1: Hope and Not Much of Glory
On part 2 as I attempt to focus on the positive and the future, I cannot but think of “Hum Honge Kamyaab,” the Hindi version of the song “We shall…
History of Veer Baal Diwas
Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, in 17th century wanted to consolidate his rule, which led to, according to many accounts, forced conversions to Islam. Pandits from Kashmir approached Guru Tegh Bahadur ji, ninth…
Pruning of Trees – A Necessity: Navigating Stringent Laws
All, including the government departments, the various agencies, and the legislature know and understand that “Pruning of Trees” is an essential practice for maintaining the health and beauty of urban…
