KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

Lessons from the Mountains: How to Stay Grounded During Tough Times   There’s something about mountains that speaks to the soul. They stand tall in silence, no matter how harsh the winds blow. They don’t rush. They don’t break. They just are. Maybe that’s why we often look up to them when we feel small, lost, or overwhelmed. I’ve grown up around mountains all my life, and in their quiet strength, I’ve found more life lessons than I ever learned in school. I was born and brought up in a small hill town called Mirik, in Darjeeling, West Bengal. A place where the morning mist kisses your face, where birds sing before the world wakes up, and where the mountains are not just a view — they’re a way of life. For us, they are silent teachers. When life feels too heavy to carry, the mountains remind me of one simple truth: we’re not meant to run from hard times — we’re meant to grow through them. Let me take you on a walk — not just through the hills of my home, but through the ...

From Tea Leaves to Life Lessons I was born in the peaceful hills of Darjeeling, in a small place called Thurbo Tea Estate, located in Mirik. My earliest memories are not of toys or television—but of green tea bushes, the sound of plucking leaves, and the sweet smell of fresh tea in the air. I grew up watching my parents and neighbors work in the fields. I listened to their stories, watched their struggles, and slowly, without even knowing it, I began to learn. This blog is not about tea only. It’s about life, and what tea—and those who grow it—have taught me over the years. You may think tea is just a drink, but for me, it has always been a teacher. Today, I want to share a few life lessons I’ve learned from tea leaves. 1. Growth Takes Time A tea plant does not grow in a day. It takes months and years of care—sunlight, rain, trimming, and patience—before it gives the best leaves. When I was young, I would ask my grandmother why we couldn’t just pick all the leaves from one ...

Parenting : Real Tips and Advice for Raising Happy, Well-Behaved Kids Parenting is a beautiful journey, but it's not without its challenges. One moment you're filled with joy, watching your child play and explore, and the next, you're dealing with tantrums and tears. It's a rollercoaster ride of emotions, but the love and connection you share with your child make it all worthwhile. No parent has all the answers, and that’s okay. What matters most is your love, effort, and willingness to grow along with your child. If you're trying to raise confident, kind, and well-behaved kids, you’re in the right place. Let’s explore some easy-to-follow parenting tips and practical strategies that really work in real life. Why Do Kids Act the Way They Do? Before we jump into tips and techniques, it’s important to understand something: children don’t misbehave just to make your life hard. Their behaviour is often a way of communicating. They’re still learning how to exp...

Darjeeling Tea: A Story Brewed in the Hills of My Home When people hear the name Darjeeling, the first things that come to mind are misty mountains, toy trains, and of course, tea. But for me, Darjeeling tea isn’t just a famous drink. It’s a way of life. I was born in Thurbo Tea Estate, one of the oldest and most well-known tea gardens located in Mirik, Darjeeling. For me, tea is not something I discovered later in life. I’ve seen tea since the moment I opened my eyes. Growing up among endless green bushes, hearing the soft rustling of tea leaves in the morning breeze, and watching tea pluckers at work — this has been my everyday reality. Tea is not just a crop here. It’s in our hearts, our homes, and in our blood. In fact, my mother was a tea garden worker, and she gave an incredible 52 years of her life to the Thurbo Tea Estate. She worked through sun and rain, never complaining, always with a quiet pride in her heart. Her hands, strong yet gentle, plucked countless leave...

WBSSC  SLST  2025 The West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) has released the 2nd SLST Notification 2025 on 30th May 2025. This notification is for the recruitment of Assistant Teachers in Class 9 to 10 and Class 11 to 12 in Secondary and Higher Secondary Schools across West Bengal. This is big news because WBSSC has announced 35,726 teacher vacancies after almost 10 years. So, this is a golden chance for people who want to become teachers in West Bengal. If you are interested and planning to appear for this exam, you should carefully read the full notification. You can find all the details on this page or by visiting the official website of WBSSC: www.westbengalssc.com WBSSC SLST 2025 Assistant Teacher (Class 9-10) Selection Scheme Selection to the post of Assistant Teacher for Classes IX & X shall be made on the basis of marks obtained inwritten examination, educational qualification, prior teaching experience, oral interview and lecture demonstration...