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  Introduction Ghosting, the abrupt and unexplained cessation of communication, has long been a frustration in the dating world. In recent years, however, it has become a significant and costly problem in professional recruitment. Both job candidates and employers are engaging in this behavior, leaving the other party in a state of uncertainty and often causing significant damage to an individual's confidence or a company's brand reputation. While anecdotal evidence and surveys have highlighted the prevalence of ghosting, a deeper, data-driven understanding is needed to move from symptom to solution. This article presents a hypothetical but detailed regression analysis using a pre-constructed secondary dataset to identify the key factors that predict a company's propensity to ghost job applicants. By quantifying the relationship between a company's hiring practices and its ghosting rate, we can transform a frustrating behavioral trend into a solvable business problem wi...

🥊 Why the Underdog Matters: Sri Sudershan Reddy vs Sri Radhakrishnan Politics often feels like a numbers game—but every now and then, an underdog steps into the ring and reminds us that democracy is about more than arithmetic. The 2025 Vice-Presidential race is one such moment: CP Radhakrishnan (NDA) → Backed by a strong majority, likely winner. Justice B. Sudershan Reddy (INDIA bloc) → Retired Supreme Court judge, slim chance of victory… but a powerful symbol. So, why root for the underdog when the odds look stacked? ✨ 1. Symbol Over Strength Reddy isn’t a career politician. He represents law, integrity, and fairness . His candidacy says: “Democracy is not just about power, it’s about principle.” 📢 Shareable takeaway: Sometimes the loudest message is sent by the quietest contender. 🌏 2. South vs. South Drama For the first time, it’s a Tamil (Radhakrishnan) vs. Telugu (Reddy) contest. This isn’t just Delhi deciding Delhi—it’s Southern pride on national display . 📢 Share...

Shri Shashi Tharoor Diplomatic and International Stature: Tharoor has a long and distinguished career as a diplomat at the United Nations, where he served for nearly three decades, including as Under-Secretary-General. His international experience and global network are unparalleled in Indian politics. Eloquent and Public-Facing: He is a renowned author and public intellectual, known for his eloquent speeches and ability to articulate complex issues. He is a strong communicator and has a significant following on social media, which could be an asset in a public-facing role. Connects with Youth: His modern, articulate, and social media-savvy persona resonates with a younger demographic. Political Experience: He is a four-time Member of Parliament from Thiruvananthapuram and has served as a Minister of State in the Government of India. He has also held key positions as chairman of several parliamentary standing committees. Shri P. Chidambaram Extensive Administrative and Ministeria...

  Happy Independence Day, India! Today, we celebrate the bravery, sacrifice, and resilience of our freedom fighters who fought tirelessly for our nation's independence. As we mark this significant day, let's reflect on the values of unity, diversity, and freedom that make our country strong. Let's honor the legacy of our heroes and strive to build a brighter future for generations to come. May our tricolor flag always fly high, symbolizing hope, progress, and pride. Wishing a very Happy Independence Day to all Indians around the world! JaiHind भारत के लिए मेरी शुभकामना इस शुभ दिन पर, हमारे राष्ट्र के लिए मेरी शुभकामनाएँ सरल लेकिन गहरी हैं: हमारी एकता हमारे मतभेदों से ज़्यादा मज़बूत हो। हमारी प्रगति सिर्फ़ आर्थिक आँकड़ों में नहीं, बल्कि हर एक नागरिक की ख़ुशी और कल्याण में मापी जाए। हमारे युवाओं को शिक्षा के पंख मिलें और नया करने व नेतृत्व करने का साहस मिले। हमारा तिरंगा हमेशा ऊँचा लहराता रहे, जो हमारी संप्रभुता, अखंडता और एक उज्ज्वल कल के लिए हमारी अटूट आशा का प्रतीक है।...

  Indian Parliament Amends the Income-tax Act, 1961: Understanding it through STREAM Tax Modernization Framework In a significant move towards modernizing India's tax system, the Indian Parliament has passed an amendment to the Income-tax Act, 1961. Introduced by the Finance Minister, the bill seeks to streamline compliance, promote fairness, and align India's taxation framework with global best practices. The reforms emphasize simplification, rationalization, and digital integration, ensuring the system remains robust yet taxpayer-friendly. The bill is awaiting President's consent The S.T.R.E.A.M. Tax Modernization Framework The amendment’s essence can be captured in the S.T.R.E.A.M. framework—a structured approach to tax modernization: S — Simplify: structures for compliance and filing, reducing procedural complexity and paperwork. T — Target: exemptions and incentives to sectors and taxpayers where they can yield the most economic impact. R — Rationalize: tax...

  B - Break Down Skills (Start) : The cycle begins here. This segment is where the team identifies a large learning goal and breaks it down into small, manageable, bite-sized tasks. This is the "planning" stage of the loop. U - Understand the Process (The Recipe) : This segment connects from "Break Down Skills." Here, the team studies the "recipe" or the correct procedure for the tasks they just broke down. This is the knowledge acquisition phase. R - Roleplay & Repeat (Practice) : From "Understand the Process," the cycle moves to this segment. The team actively practices the tasks through roleplaying and repetition. This is the hands-on, practical application of the knowledge they just acquired. G - Gather Feedback (Inspection) : This segment follows "Roleplay & Repeat." It's where the team seeks input from customers, peers, or managers on their performance. This is the "inspection" phase of the loop. A feedback a...

  Santoshi Maa — the goddess of satisfaction, contentment, and wish fulfillment — is not mentioned in the earliest Vedic texts but rose to prominence through Puranic-style folklore and popular devotion, especially via oral traditions and the 1975 Hindi film Jai Santoshi Maa , which popularized her story. According to the traditional narrative: The Setting In the celestial realm ( Devaloka ), Lord Ganesha was living happily with his two wives — Riddhi (prosperity) and Siddhi (spiritual power) — and his two sons, Shubh (auspiciousness) and Labh (profit/gain). The Occasion One day, on the festival of Raksha Bandhan , Ganesha’s sister came to tie a rakhi to him. His sons, Shubh and Labh, noticed this joyous tradition and felt sad that they had no sister to celebrate with. The Desire They innocently asked their fathers, “Pitashree, why don’t we have a sister so that we too can celebrate Raksha Bandhan?” The Birth Ganesha, moved by their wish and the auspicious moment of ...

  🌿 Rama and Sugriva: A Timeless Tale of Friendship 🌿 Celebrating Friendship Day with the Ramayana On this Friendship Day, let us remember one of the most powerful and meaningful friendships in Indian epic tradition—the bond between Lord Rama and Vanara King Sugriva , as told in the Ramayana . When Rama was exiled to the forest and Sita was abducted by Ravana, his journey led him to the mountains of Rishyamukha , where he met Sugriva , who was also in exile, betrayed by his own brother Vali. Though strangers at first, they shared their sorrows and quickly built trust. Rama promised to help Sugriva reclaim his kingdom. In return, Sugriva pledged to help Rama find Sita. This mutual promise wasn’t just about alliance—it was the foundation of true friendship : ✔️ Built on trust ✔️ Strengthened by sacrifice ✔️ Proven through action Rama kept his promise and defeated Vali, restoring Sugriva to the throne. Sugriva kept his word and sent his entire Vanara army, including Hanu...

  ❄️ Once upon a time… In a cold and icy land far away—Antarctica—there lived a colony of penguins on a beautiful iceberg. They were a happy bunch, sliding on their bellies, catching fish, and raising little penguin chicks. The penguins lived their lives the same way, year after year. They believed the iceberg would always be their home. They didn’t worry much. Life was predictable. Life was safe. Or so they thought. 🐧 Fred the Curious Penguin But one penguin named Fred was different. He was curious. He liked to observe things. While other penguins played or dozed off, Fred studied the cracks and puddles on the iceberg. One day, Fred discovered something shocking. "Oh no!" he said. "The iceberg is melting! If we don’t do something, the whole colony will be in danger!" But Fred was just a quiet observer. Who would believe him? 👩‍⚖️ Enter Alice – The Brave Leader Fred went to Alice , one of the leaders of the colony. She was strong, brave, and respected. At first, ...