Karan Khatri

They say some people come into your life not to stay, but to show you a version of yourself you never knew existed. For Meher, that person was Ravi. In 2009, the classrooms of Mahesh Tutorials were always buzzing with the chaotic energy of teenagers stressed about their 10th Standard boards. Meher was the loud, bubbly Parsi girl who seemed to be friends with everyone. But beneath her bright laughter, she was anxious and overwhelmed about the future. Ravi was her quiet corner. He was a gentle, observant Gujarati boy who spoke less and listened more. During their breaks, they would sit on the worn-out wooden benches, completely lost in their own world. Ravi would talk about Math—how equations had a beautiful, hidden logic to them. Meher hated Math, but she loved the way his eyes lit up when he explained it. In return, they would fiercely debate which stall sold the best vada pav, with Ravi defending a local spot near the station and Meher swearing by the one outside her lane. While...

Whenever we think of Hanumanji , we picture the ultimate symbol of strength. He is the perfect macho man—powerful, sorted, devoted, and fearless. In our society, we often hear phrases like, “Men don’t cry,” or “Real men don’t get depressed.” We are told that feeling low or hopeless is a sign of weakness. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. Men are human too, and the struggles of the mind spare no one. We see people today giving up on life when things get too hard. We look for jobs, try to clear tough exams, hustle to earn money, search for a life partner, and try to build a stable life. When the results don’t come, it is natural to feel sad, low, and completely lost. Some even start having suicidal thoughts. But let me tell you something fascinating from the Valmiki Ramayan that most people never talk about. Did you know that Hanumanji—our great hero—also felt deeply depressed and even contemplated ending his life? Yes, you heard that right. Depression and hopelessness are no...

Have you ever felt like you’re staring at a mountain, trying to figure out how to jump straight to the top? That was me for a long time. Whether it was finishing my CA finals, growing the family business, or even just trying to stay fit, I always thought I needed to make massive, sweeping changes to see results. But then, I came across a book that turned my thinking upside down (in the best way possible). It’s called "One Small Step Can Change Your Life" by Robert Maurer. I’m giving it a solid 4 out of 5 stars , and today, I want to tell you why this little book is a total game-changer. The Battle Inside Our Brains The book talks about two ways to change: Innovation and Kaizen . Innovation is like a shock to the system—radical, fast, and scary. Kaizen is the art of taking tiny, comfortable steps. Here’s the science part (in simple terms): Our brains are hardwired to protect us. When we set a huge goal, like "I’m going to run 10km every day," a part of our brain ...

Hello everyone, and welcome back to karankhatri.xyz! Today, we are going to dive deep into a topic that we Indians hear about almost every single day, yet rarely understand completely: the caste system . I recently finished reading Varna Jati Caste by Rajiv Malhotra and Vijayan Viswanathan, and I have to say, it completely blew my mind. I am giving it a full 5 stars , and I want to sit down and chat with you about why this book is an absolute must-read. I have been following and reading books by Rajiv Malhotra for a while now. When I saw the launch event for this book, I knew I had to pick it up immediately. I went in expecting to learn a few historical facts, but what I actually got was a complete shift in my perspective. How This Book Changed My Outlook If I am being totally honest, like many of us, I used to look at the Indian caste system with a lot of confusion. But reading this book filled me with a surprising sense of pride. It made me realize that the original Varna Jati s...