As we brace ourselves to welcome Diwali, the good old Charcuterie board is busy 'shape-shifting' across the globe. A little secret – it has ceased to be just a quotidian 'meat and cheese' board anymore. These delicious platters have earned their spot at social events and continue to evolve with every season. 

"What will people say?" encapsulates a web of expectations, traditions, and social norms deeply rooted in our cultures. From career choices to personal relationships, from clothing choices to marriage decisions, this question often looms large. It's a double-edged sword - on one hand, it can foster a sense of belonging and community, but on the other, it can stifle individuality and personal growth.

It's essential to redefine success on our terms rather than society's. Success doesn't have to be measured solely in terms of career achievements or marital status. It can encompass personal growth, happiness, and fulfillment in whatever form that takes.

2023 has been a milestone year for Canadian cricket. The sport not only regained the coveted One Day International (ODI) status after more than a decade when the national team finished in fourth place in the World Cup qualifier held in Namibia in April, but Canada also hosted the third edition of Global T20 (GT20) after a three-year hiatus, from July 20 to August 6. 

Khalsa Credit Union hosted its annual 2023 Scholarship Awards and Bursaries Gala at the Royal King Palace and Convention Center in Surrey on June 21st, 2023. Garry Sangha, CEO of Crystal Consulting Inc., organized the third CCI Mental Health Society Charity Golf Tournament at the Northview Golf & Country Club in Surrey on June 20th, 2023. 

Raghav Mathur, the talented Indo-Canadian singer, has again taken the music world by storm. In an interview with DARPAN, Raghav talks about the challenges of releasing a song in 2023, changes in the music landscape, and more.