U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has been actively involved in negotiations aimed at securing a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas conflict. Blinken described the situation as a “decisive moment”, warning that this may be the last opportunity to achieve a ceasefire and secure the release of hostages. However, the negotiations remain delicate, with both…
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Wayanad Landslides: The Critical Role of Leadership and Conflict Management in Disaster Preparedness and Response
In recent weeks, the picturesque district of Wayanad in Kerala has been struck by devastating landslides, which have caused extensive damage and loss of life. According to a recent report by The New Indian Express titled “Wayanad tragedy: Landslides natural.. can’t prevent them but impact can be minimised”, the disaster has underscored the urgent need…
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The 3 Essentials Of Assertiveness
Assertiveness is the inclination to boldly or confidently assert oneself and be self-assured. This article is written keeping in mind all those who find their heart racing whenever they have to stand up for what they believe is right. It is for those who experience butterflies in the stomach when they come face-to-face with an instance…
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Empathy – A necessary trait
I heard a story yesterday that I wanted to share with the world. A group of salesmen were returning home after finalizing a multi-million dollar deal. The negotiations took longer than expected and they reached the airport without much time to spare. They grabbed their luggage and raced through the doors of the airport. In…
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