Entrepreneur, Philanthropist & Businessman: Datuk Vinod Shekhar
Stories of Art & Inspiration
Once in a while, you find inspirations when you least expect them. These little stories remind you that life is full of possibilities. All you need to do is notice. I have always been fascinated by people who express through words, colours and artistic forms. Their stories, if inspirational, have that additional beauty, which the... Continue Reading →
Celebrating Partnerships & Human Links
India’s mega diaspora show, Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, was held in Singapore on January 6-7, 2018. A joint effort by India’s Ministry of External Affairs and the High Commission of India in Singapore, the event celebrated 25 years of ASEAN-India Partnership, and explored centuries-old cultural, social, and human links. The theme of the PBD was “Ancient Route,... Continue Reading →
28th SGIFF Silver Screen Awards
It's always a pleasure to write about the Singapore International Film Festival. Apart from the stalwarts who continue to enthral, there are new narratives to enjoy, and new talents to watch out for. But what I find the most fascinating about these festivals is that they give us an opportunity to trace the similarities, the... Continue Reading →
Unifying Cultures through Designs
Lately, my work has been taking me in to the world of fashion and films, and it has been an absolute delight! Glitz and glamour aside, what I find most exciting is that there's a certain amount of electric energy around creative people. That energy gets contagious, and it's impossible not to be swept in... Continue Reading →
Teach Kids about Empathy
Empathy. I can't stress on it enough, and I can't stop talking about it. Thanks to TheAsian Parents Magazine for publishing my article. Read my original article here.
Children’s Safety and the Swimming Pool
It's impossible to be around kids and not to worry about their safety. As a parent, educator, or even as a policy maker, the safety of the children remains a top priority. Here's my write-up on the policy response to unsafe home pools. The article appears in Telegraph, Harvard University. Read the full article here.... Continue Reading →
Getting Wed in Singapore
This write-up is about weddings and all those beautiful little things that come together when two people do. Behind each wedding, however, there are many people, hard at work, trying to make the event perfect for the love birds. I truly enjoyed writing this piece. It's about dreams, magic, love and the creative elves behind... Continue Reading →
