How to Support a Friend Going Through Infertility

I saw a couple recently who had stopped attending family functions. They were not being antisocial. They were tired of answering the same question: “Good new...

Why Do Indian Students Cheat in Exams?

I have never believed that Indian students cheat in exams because they are born dishonest. They cheat because marks have been made the price of admission to ...

Which Stream After 10th: Science, Commerce or Arts?

Science, commerce or arts after Class 10? Why a fifteen-year-old should not be locked into a lifetime choice, and how to decide without panic.

How Social Impact Startups Build on Success: A Positive Deviance Guide for Indian Founders

I've seen many social impact founders struggle to find their footing. They often believe they need groundbreaking ideas to make a difference, but the truth i...

Should You Tell Your Boss You Are Doing IVF?

Last week, a patient told me she had missed an important meeting because the clinic had called her at 10.30 in the morning and asked her to come in for a sca...

Should Your Child Take a Gap Year After Class 12?

Should your child take a gap year after Class 12 in India? When it helps, when it hurts, and the questions to ask before you decide.

Is Coaching Really Necessary to Crack NEET or JEE?

Every few months, a parent asks me the same question: “Doctor, should my son join coaching for NEET or JEE, or can he prepare at home?” The question usually ...

What I Want to Tell My School Teacher: An Indian Adaptation of Letter to a Teacher

You're sitting in a classroom, feeling unheard, grappling with the weight of expectations that seem to crush rather than uplift. I've seen students like you,...

CBSE vs ICSE vs State Board: Which Is Right for Your Child?

CBSE vs ICSE vs the state board: how they differ on syllabus, difficulty and exams, and how to pick the right board for your child.

Is IVF Worth It? The Money and Life Decisions No One Prepares You For

IVF can be worth it, and it is not automatically worth it. An honest look at the money, the odds and how to decide whether another cycle is right for you.