The Great Pulav vs Biryani Debate: Settled by Sid Sriram

The Debate That’s Tearing Humanity Apart What do you call this ? Me and my friend have found ourselves in the middle of one of mankind’s oldest, most contentious debates. No, not “which came first, the chicken or the egg?” or “is a hot dog a sandwich?” We’re tackling something far more serious: What do you call a dish that’s just rice and vegetables? Pulav or Biryani?...

January 9, 2026 · 2 min · Sathvik Joel

A Definitive Guide to Clubbing in Kora

Koramangala (will be referred to as Kora) is one of the best clubbing places in Bangalore. This guide breaks down how to make the best out of Kora, if you are planning to go clubbing there. Night in kora; you drink and then you dance and later you forget everything Vibe of Kora clubs 🎶 Most of the Kora clubs are CLUBS, different from restro bars that you usually find in Indiranagar....

December 22, 2025 · 5 min · Sathvik Joel

Best 10 months, POSCO GYP Program

Hey everyone! Buckle up because I’m about to spill the tea on the incredible POSCO GYP Scholarship Program. Let me tell you, the past 10 months have been an absolute whirlwind (in the best way possible!). 🌪️ Not only was this program an amazing experience for me, but I also want to equip YOU, the future GYP Scholars, with all the info you need to make the most of this life-changing opportunity....

April 11, 2024 · 8 min · Sathvik Joel

My TOEFL preperation Notes

In embarking on my TOEFL iBT journey1, I achieved a commendable score of 111/120. Eager to share my experience and valuable resources that fueled my preparation. A focal point of this endeavor is to furnish ChatGPT prompts tailored for the speaking section, a facet I personally found challenging. Moreover, I’ll elucidate the strategies and insights that proved instrumental in my success, encompassing adept utilization of ChatGPT. Stay tuned for an insightful exploration of my TOEFL preparation saga, laden with practical tips and tricks....

November 11, 2023 · 16 min · Sathvik Joel

My Mitacs Experience : Part 1

Welcome to my blog where I delve into my enriching experience as a Mitacs intern at the University of British Columbia, Canada. As an undergraduate scholar hailing from the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM), my journey reflects not only personal growth but also the profound academic exchange facilitated by Mitacs. In this initial segment, the first of a two-part series, is dedicated to an in-depth exposition of the meticulous application process....

August 22, 2023 · 5 min · Sathvik Joel