BrishtiAug 1, 20236 minTitbits'Publish Frequently or Perish' culture: How is it affecting academia?"We've been asked to write a journal paper almost every month!" declared an academician friend of mine in frustration just a few days...
BrishtiNov 6, 202210 minLifestyleThe Lost and Fading Professions of Bengal - Part 2Continuing from Part 1. NOTE: As I talk about the various lost and fading professions in this series, I would also like to emphasise the...
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BrishtiOct 12, 20225 minEnvironmentGuano - The bird excreta that almost started a World WarFAST FACTS: What made Guano so important as to almost start a World War? All of us are very well aware of the importance of fertilizers...
BrishtiSep 9, 20224 minBooksHere are the reasons why I find it difficult to get rid of books. What are yours?Do you find your books to be clutter or love stacking them? I have never been much of a hoarder and periodically declutter by donating...