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The 5-Second Rule: Stop Overthinking and Start Doing (Science-Backed) We've all been there. You get a sudden burst of motivation—maybe you want to start a workout, make an important call, or finally launch that side project. But before you can act, your brain jumps in with hesitation: "What if I fail?" "I'll do it later." "I'm not ready yet." And just like that... the moment passes. That's where the 5-Second Rule comes in—a simple, science-backed trick to shut down hesitation and take action before your brain sabotages you. What Is the 5-Second Rule? Popularized by motivational speaker Mel Robbins, the 5-Second Rule is deceptively simple: If you have an impulse to act on a goal, you must physica...

How Blockchain Could Fix India's Broken Land Records System How Blockchain Could Fix India's Broken Land Records System The revolutionary technology that could bring transparency to India's chaotic land ownership records and unlock trillions in economic value India, home to over 1.4 billion people, has long struggled with a chaotic and outdated land records system. Disputed ownership, fraudulent transactions, and bureaucratic delays have made land governance a nightmare for citizens and authorities alike. But a revolutionary technology— blockchain —could finally bring transparency, security, and efficiency to this broken system. The Messy Reality of India's Land Records India's land records are a relic of the colonial era, managed through a patchwork of...

Uniform Civil Code in India: One Law for All or Respect for Diversity? Uniform Civil Code in India: One Law for All or Respect for Diversity? Should religion dictate personal laws in a secular democracy? Exploring the heated debate around India's proposed Uniform Civil Code. India is a land of countless cultures, languages, and religions—each with its own customs and laws. But when it comes to personal matters like marriage, divorce, and inheritance, should religion dictate the rules for everyone? That's the big question behind the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) —a proposal to replace different religious laws with one common set of rules for all citizens. The idea isn't new. In fact, India's Constitution mentions it in Article 44 , asking the government to work toward a UCC. But decades later, we're still debating: Should India have one law ...

India's Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025: Reforming Islamic Endowment Governance India's Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025: Reforming Islamic Endowment Governance How the new UMEED Act aims to bring transparency, inclusivity and efficiency to the management of 870,000 Waqf properties across India On April 5, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu approved the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 , bringing changes to how Waqf properties are managed in India. Waqf is an Islamic practice where property is donated for religious or charitable purposes. The new law, also called the UMEED Act , aims to make Waqf administration more efficient, transparent, and inclusive. Why Was This Change Needed? India has around 870,000 Waqf properties spread over 940,000 acres , but many face issues like poor manage...