In Pursuit of Wisdom

HOW the Universe works is a fascinating question — Science has been remarkably successful at explaining it, and will keep making progress for the foreseeable future. But for me, a far deeper question is WHY the Universe exists at all. This is the fundamental mystery Religions have wrestled with throughout human history. Regardless of whether their answers hold up, asking "why" may well be the most vital exercise for any conscious mind. Working in AI every day, this question hits close to home. We often dismiss these systems as mere "fake intelligence," but I keep coming back to a single benchmark: Will AI ever genuinely wonder why anything exists, or will it simply grow more sophisticated at answering how —the very utility we build it for? True intelligence may not lie in mastering the mechanisms, but in possessing the capacity to pause and wonder why there is a mechanism to solve in the first place.

  Idea inspired from সোভিয়েতস্কি কৌতুকভ- মাসুদ মাহমুদ

I am in the middle of my Christmas vacation with my wife Shusmita, son Ahyan and daughter Suhaila trekking through the landscapes of South Africa, Lesotho, and Eswatini. While the views are breathtaking, the soundtrack to my trip is undeniably intense. I found myself listening to two songs on repeat— Fa9la and Ishq Jalakar —from the colossal hit, Dhurandhar . The movie has already crossed 1051 crore rupees worldwide , becoming the 7th highest-grossing Indian film of all time in just 24 days. But beyond the box office numbers, Dhurandhar offers a cultural mirror that I haven't seen in years. The Titans: Ranveer vs. Akshaye I admit, I have tried not to like Ranveer Singh for many years. But in Dhurandhar , he won me over completely. Gone is the manic energy; instead, we get a calm, composed, ferocious look that is terrifyingly quiet. If we are comparing recent alpha-male cinema, Ranveer in Dhurandhar is miles ahead of Ranbir Kapoor in Animal . And yet... he is completely outshin...

We meet people every day who know a lot , who think fast , or who are clever with a quick solution. These qualities are great—but confusing them with Wisdom is where we often get into trouble. Here is a simple, powerful story that shows the difference beautifully. 🦁 The Tale of the Four Friends Imagine four friends walking through a forest: Gyan (Knowledge), Buddhi (Intelligence), Chatur (Cleverness), and Pragya (Wisdom). They came upon the scattered bones of a lion. Gyan (Knowledge) spoke first: "Look, these are lion bones, probably six or seven years old. I know the anatomy." 👉 Knowledge is simply knowing the facts and data. Buddhi (Intelligence) analyzed it: "If the bones were fresher, a lion might still be nearby. We need to interpret the situation and look out." 👉 Intelligence is understanding, analyzing, and interpreting the facts. Chatur (Cleverness) tried a risky trick: "Watch this! I have a spell that can arrange these bones and bring t...

The news that American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky passed away yesterday, October 19th, has left the global chess community in stunned silence. At just 29, Danya, as he was affectionately known, was a brilliant competitor, a prodigious talent, and a phenomenal educator whose infectious enthusiasm made chess accessible and captivating for countless people. His passing leaves a profound void. While the world knew Danya for his incredible achievements—a grandmaster by 18, a U12 World Champion, and a five-time U.S. Championship competitor—my memories of him are more personal, rooted in the Bay Area chess scene. It felt like he was a constant presence at the Mechanics' Institute Chess Club, often immersed in a game, or just as frequently, holding court during one of his insightful lectures. He had a way of breaking down complex ideas into digestible, engaging lessons, making even the most intricate positions seem approachable. His passion for teaching was palpable, and I, like many ot...

  I came across an interesting way to look at our daily conversations. Almost everything we say falls into one of three kinds of statements: Positive - “The weather is beautiful today.” Affirms something desirable or true. Negative - “The weather is terrible today.” Denies or criticizes something. Neutral - “The weather is 75°F today.” States a fact without emotion or judgment. It made me wonder — what percentage of your speech do you think falls under each of these categories? For me, I’ve noticed I naturally try to reduce negative statements and increase positive ones, though honestly, most of what I say is neutral (just facts, updates, or simple observations). It will be difficult to put some %, but let's give it a try anyway. I think 5% negative, 20% positive and 75% neutral. Curious to hear your self-estimates — how do your conversations break down between positive, negative, and neutral?

I spent some time creating this detailed Categorization of Supporters and Critics of the Awami League based on my observations and experience, and now I'm genuinely curious about where my diversified friends here land! I'll start: I put myself squarely in Category 9—those who dislike Awami League immensely but don't want to Ban Awami League as a Political Party. Which category number (1 through 10 as per the diagram) do you feel you belong to? Did I miss any major categories of thought or action? What other significant groups of supporters or critics exist that this diagram doesn't capture? Let's keep the discussion open-minded and respectful!