Hello there Reader,
While the world is a tornado of news and headlines, ‘The Echo’ stands as an informative initiative brought to you by the students of CHIREC, amplifying ideologies that circulate amongst friend groups and fellow classmates.
Our ideologies are like the screws of that machine that shapes our future as CHIRECians, and therefore, the Echo is our initiative to enlighten other schoolmates to explore various ideas and current affairs.
Our team has worked tirelessly, combatting swirling musings using the pen and paper. That being said, in a world often fractured by differences, human sentiment is the key to enlightening one another. The aim of this edition is solely to inspire, and to connect current affairs with strong-rooted values that are essential in today’s world.
The currents of progress are not always smooth. Our writers have left no stone unturned when bringing facts to the table – be it social injustices, political upheavals, or various technological advancements. Be it mysterious happenings in China, written beautifully by Arnav Kaul. Or the crux of the Israel-Palestine conflict by Aanya Menon and the Sudanese civil conflict by M.S. Meenakshi. Ayaan Unni broke down all there is to know about NATO, while Timinesh Singhal strategically presented the facts about the recent Lok Sabha elections. While you brew over these political matters, Aanya Jaidka has written extensively about the World Cup while Mahi Jamuar has listed 2023’s Nobel Prize winners. Not to forget the Editor-in-Chief, Anjani Tammana, for her efforts in managing the team while presenting to you an article about the situation between India and Maldives.
‘The Echo’ shouldn’t be something you read casually along the hallways of our school, it should give a thought, an idea to ponder upon when you don’t get sleep. It should make you question our fundamental existence, ideas, societies and culture. I deeply thank the journalists, the designers, the photographers and other heads of the Echo who have devoted precious hours of work amidst the dark shadows of exams.
It is important to note that both CHIREC and the editors have no connection whatsoever with the thoughts behind the articles. Each article has been authentically presented, with an external influence of almost nil. Enjoy reading!
Echoing the Voices of CHIREC
Adhvai Deepak Menon
Head of Journalism
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