On August 9, 2024, the news broke out like wildfire: a postgraduate medical student at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata had been brutally raped and murdered. Initially, the police had the audacity to label it a suicide. It was only under immense pressure from students, the public, and a social media uproar that they reluctantly arrested a civic volunteer policeman, suspected of murdering the doctor on night duty. This suspect, a drunkard with undue influence within the police force, represents the rot within our system. The police, as usual, tried to sweep this heinous crime under the rug, a common practice for them. They manipulate cases to suit their narrative, protecting their own at the expense of justice. Our courts and laws are no better, often bending to the will of the powerful, leaving the common people to fend for themselves. In this case, the police and government cannot hide behind their usual tactics. The public, both online and offline, is demanding s...
Engaging in unnecessary scrolling on social media may incur various costs, both at the individual and societal levels. These costs may include: Time Wastage: Frequently scrolling through social media can consume valuable time that could be utilized more productively for work, hobbies, learning, or spending quality time with loved ones. Decreased Productivity: Excessive social media use may lead to reduced productivity by serving as a major distraction from tasks requiring concentration. Negative Impact on Mental Health: Continuous exposure to unrealistic, negative, or comparative content on social media may contribute to feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, and depression. Physical Health Issues: Prolonged screen time, especially on mobile devices, may result in physical health problems like eye strain, disrupted sleep patterns, and sedentary behavior, potentially leading to issues such as obesity and cardiovascular problems. Impaired Relationships: Excessive socia...