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I never considered myself much of a writer (just ask my high school English teachers), but I've always had a profound love for reading. There's something magical about getting lost in a book, stepping into someone else's shoes, and experiencing their world full of triumphs and sorrows.

My appreciation for writing came unexpectedly when invited to be a panelist for a moderated talk. That experience sparked a newfound passion for storytelling and crafting thoughtful, well-researched opinions. As a writer and editor for Ping! — the independent student media body of IIIT-H — I found a rewarding space to explore that passion. Now, as an editor for the MRSD Newsletter at CMU, I continue to promote readership among students and prospective recruiters alike.

Featured Articles

Psychology Behind Staying Home - Article Preview

The Psychology Behind Why Humans Find it Hard to Stay Home

A short feature exploring how humans have evolved to be the social creatures we are today, and relating this to how lockdown during the pandemic left most of us in a state of lassitude and psychological distress.

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  • Exploration of evolutionary psychology and social behavior patterns
  • Analysis of pandemic-induced psychological distress and isolation effects
  • Investigation of human need for social connection and community
  • Research-backed insights into lockdown mental health challenges
Online Felicity Festival - Article Preview

An Online Felicity: Exploring Challenges and Possibilities

With COVID-19 confining students to their homes, we investigate the possibilities and challenges of transitioning Felicity — IIIT-H's annual cultural festival — to a fully online format.

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  • Comprehensive analysis of virtual event organization challenges
  • Student engagement strategies for online cultural festivals
  • Technology infrastructure requirements for large-scale virtual events
  • Community building and participation in digital-first environments

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