“You see things; you say, ‘Why?’ But I dream of things that never were and I say ‘Why not?’” These words of George Bernard Shaw resonate in the life of Phanindra Sama, the founder of redBus, the world’s largest online bus ticketing company with operations in six countries. He simplified bus booking and streamlined the process at a time when no one thought it would be possible. Phanindra was born in a small village of Tadapaikal in the Nizamabad district of Telangana in 1980. He lost his dad at an age when he could not understand why things were happening. This major incident in Phanindra’s li ..read more

It was two months ago in America, I opened the top drawer where I’m sure my daughter had said the mugs were kept, but a packet of coffee powder stared back at me, or was it chilli powder? But they don’t keep chilli powder on shelves in America, do they? Let it be, I told myself, not ready to solve the coffee and chilli powder problem right now. So, I opened the drawer below, and nearly had forks, spoons and all the rest of the cutlery fall on my toes! I quickly closed the drawer on those murderous weapons and looked into the shelves on top. I remember my thoughts and what followed: Where’s my ..read more

The tenacious stubbornness for those toys lost in adulthood. Well, that’s life, The sensational feeling of trying new things lost in teenage nihilism. Well, that’s life, The magical experience of playing cricket with your buddies lost in the abyss of loneliness, well, that’s life, The life lessons from parents that seemed to cause a headache then became a way of living now. Well, that’s life, Well, there’s always a happy ending, and that’s life, too. The post Symphony of Life appeared first on The Teenager Today ..read more

It has no affection for the body. It is eternal! It is the purest … beyond your imagination. It is beyond the boundaries of this selfish world, It knows the way to the other irrespective of the physical selection; And it is all a matter of time, In the world with no one alive. At the point whenever the journey ends, Perceiving the shape of the immortal everywhere … The soul completes itself as usual, for eternity! The post The Eternal appeared first on The Teenager Today ..read more

The battles we fought No one knows about. “Oh you’re getting’ soo rude!” “You’re losing weight!” “You sleep too much!” “You don’t go out!” Are the words we hear all day long. They all see the scars we’ve got But are never concerned to know The battles we fought. I am tired of hiding the pain, Forcing a smile, Trying to act as if I am alright. Unable to bear more pressure getting through life, Already in pieces is this heart of mine. But still, beyond those broken pieces is the light, The light of hope, that after the darkness, the sun will surely shine. The light that’s trying to fill the gaps ..read more

Do you ever find your younger self Preserved in the pages of a book? Tucked in carefully, Like pressed-in petals, Hidden by pages read, Forgotten, Until you revisit. The post Pressed Petals appeared first on The Teenager Today ..read more

In the dance of life, a cherished bond, Friendship’s melody, forever fond. Through joys and tears, hand in hand, In the garden of trust, they firmly stand. Through trials and triumphs, side by side, With unwavering support, we stride. In the canvas of life, colours blend The guiding light, like a shining star. Through distance and time, our souls align, Bound by friendship’s sacred sign. In the tapestry of memories, woven strong, Forever enduring wherever we belong. The post Friendship appeared first on The Teenager Today ..read more

I have been travelling since I was a baby. I flew for the first time from my birthplace to Chennai at just five months old. But the longer I explore the world, the more amazed it leaves me. I consider it all an adventure. Packing that fills your bags at the cost of turning the house upside down, that rush of anticipation as you board a flight or train, silently observing fellow travellers, teenagers engrossed in their phones, stressed office workers, and that one bawling baby that is an inescapable feature on all modes of transport. I know people who think travelling is pointless. People who t ..read more

Image by pch.vector on Freepik There’s a magical time in the morning, as the sun rises and the world wakes up, where simple acts of stopping and greeting people, exchanging pleasantries, cracking jokes, smiling, and clapping hands during a morning walk can make a world of difference. This may seem small, but it has the power to uplift spirits and create a sense of enthusiasm that can carry through the entire day. When we take the time to stop and connect with those around us, it fosters a sense of community and belonging. It’s a reminder that we’re not alone and that the world is filled with a ..read more

Taba Chake performing at Vh1 Supersonic in Pune From Arunachal Pradesh, the land of the rising sun, comes Taba Chake, known for his eccentric way of playing fingerstyle percussive guitar chops. In 2014, he was awarded the title of runner-up in the All India Finger Style Competition in Bangalore. Chake comes from a Nyishi tribal family in Arunachal Pradesh. Inspired by tribal folklore and his intimate connection with nature, 31-year-old Chake began writing songs in 2007 and is known for his unique vocals, songwriting and performing style, s ..read more