nupurkulshrestha

i love anything and everything that lets me be myself

[Nirupama Menon Rao 🇮🇳 @NMenonRao]

A yellowing newspaper clipping from @the_hindu from September 1979 recalls a landmark moment in the history of the Indian Foreign Service.

This report records the Supreme Court’s judgment in the case brought by Ambassador C.B. Muthamma after she was denied promotion to Grade I of the Indian Foreign Service despite an outstanding record of service.

While the immediate issue before the Court was her non-promotion and seniority, the judgment went much further. The Court expressed deep concern over service rules that discriminated against women, observing that “the stain of sex discrimination” should be removed without waiting for further litigation.

Some of its words remain strikingly relevant even today. The Court spoke of the “disturbing thought” that prejudice against women could still pervade government service decades after Independence, and reminded the Government that equality of opportunity is a constitutional guarantee, not a concession.

I joined the Indian Foreign Service only a few years before this judgment. For women officers of my generation, it marked a turning point. We owed a debt of gratitude to C.B. Muthamma, whose determination to contest the injustice done to her helped transform the professional landscape for those who followed.

Progress in institutions rarely comes by accident. It comes because individuals of courage insist that merit, not prejudice, must determine opportunity. Ambassador Muthamma’s case stands as one of those defining moments when constitutional values prevailed over entrenched convention.

Nearly half a century later, this fragile newspaper clipping reminds us that lasting institutional reform often begins with one person refusing to accept unfairness in silence.

[Crazy Moments @Crazymoments01]

Predators thought they had a chance - until the hippo began firing at full throttle.

[Indian Coast Guard @IndiaCoastGuard]

#ICGRaisingDay2026

The Hon’ble Raksha Mantri of #India Shri Rajnath Singh extended his warm wishes to @IndiaCoastGuard on the occasion of 50th raising day.
#IndianCoastGuardDay2026
#WeProtect
@rajnathsingh

@DefenceMinIndia

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

On their Raising Day, greetings to all the ranks of the Indian Coast Guard. They have made a mark for standing as a steadfast shield along our shores. Their unwavering commitment to maritime security, swift disaster response and protection of our marine ecosystem is commendable.

@IndiaCoastGuard

[Indian Coast Guard @IndiaCoastGuard]

On the occasion of 50th #ICGRaisingDay2026,
Director General Paramesh Sivamani, AVSM, PTM, TM, #DGICG laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, #NewDelhi. In a solemn ceremony, he paid heartfelt tribute to the valour, courage and supreme sacrifice of the #Bravehearts who laid down their lives in service of the nation. Their legacy continues to inspire #ICG in its unwavering commitment to the nation.
#IndianCoastGuardDay2026
#ICGRaisingDay2026
#WeProtect

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri @SethSanjayMP felicitated the #IndianNavy clContingent with the RDP 2026 Best Marching Contingent Trophy among the three services, at an impressive function held at RR Camp, Delhi Cantt, today.

While interacting with the Contingent at the function, Hon'ble RRM applauded the Contingent for their outstanding Drill & Band accompaniment on the #KartavyaPath.

@SpokespersonMoD

[Indian Coast Guard @IndiaCoastGuard]

Proudly celebrating the 50th #ICGRaisingDay2026 from Port Victoria.
The Tricolour was hoisted onboard @IndiaCoastGuard Ship Sankalp, marking a moment of national pride at sea. The ceremony was graced by the High Commissioner of #India to #Seychelles, underscoring India’s enduring commitment to maritime diplomacy and regional cooperation.
#SankalpAtSea #MaritimeDiplomacy
@MEAI@MEAIndia
@hci_seychelles

[Bhagavad Gita 🪷 @Geetashloks]

Which temple is famous in your state ?

[IN @IndiannavyMedia]

Energy high. Spirits higher.
Boots in tandem. Hearts on fire 🔥

#IndianNavy powers through #RepublicDayRehearsals—precision in motion, pride in every step.
The march is coming. Stay tuned. 🇮🇳✨

🗓️ 26 January 2026

#RepublicDay2026

@IndianNavy
@IN_WNC
@IN_HQENC
@IN_HQSNC
@INS_India_IN

[D Prasanth Nair @DPrasanthNair]

Beautiful rendition

[This Account Makes You Happy @FeelYouHappy]

Happiness doesn't need much, just good company and a little fun.

[Indian Coast Guard @IndiaCoastGuard]

In line with #AtmanirbharBharat and #MakeInIndia, initiative @IndiaCoastGuard accepted delivery of two state-of-the-art Dornier 228 aircraft on 19 Jan 26, from @HALHQBLR at TAD #Kanpur, in presence of Deputy Director General (Aviation), #CGHQ. Equipped with advanced sensors, modern avionics including a Glass Cockpit, Mission Management System and specialised role equipment, these aircraft will significantly enhance #ICG’s maritime surveillance capability and operational reach. With over 75% indigenous content, the aircraft are fitted with critical mission systems developed within the country, reinforcing #India’s self-reliance in defence aviation.

[Mr Sinha @Mrsinha]

The show was ahead of time... And Bhatti saheb 🙏🏻 😂😂

[nupurkulshrestha @nups1976]

Flew @airindia from Rajkot to New Delhi. It was an amazing flight. The ground staff at rajkot were very helpful and so was the crew in the aircraft. #AIFans #FlyAI

[Nature is Amazing ☘️ @AMAZlNGNATURE]

Uber Fish 😂

[Nature is Amazing ☘️ @AMAZlNGNATURE]

Monkey sees itself in the mirror for the first time

[AJNIFM @AJNIFM_]

AJNIFM is honored to have supported @MyGovNagaland in preparing its Memorandum for the 16th Finance Commission. We are pleased that our contributions were well-received and the report has been recognized as 'forward-looking'. A proud step forward in collaborative governance.

[AJNIFM @AJNIFM_]

(2/2) MoU was signed by Ms Nupur S Kulshrestha, Professor AJNIFM and Ms Swati Surve Sr ACGDA and Shri Madhu Krishnamoorthi, Director Executive Education @ISBedu.The signing performed in presence of Sh Praveen Kumar, Director AJNIFM
@DefenceAccounts
@FinMinIndia
@DefenceMinIndia

[AJNIFM @AJNIFM_]

(1/2) On 07 Nov 24 AJNIFM signed two MoUs, one with Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA) to conduct Mid-Career Training Programs (MCTPs) for IDAS Officers across three phases and another with Indian School of Business as an academic partner for better delivery.

[anand mahindra @anandmahindra]

This clip went viral a while ago.

An American vlogger discovers a Ph.D candidate running a food stall, part-time.

What struck me as truly special, however, was the end, when he picks up his phone & the vlogger thinks he’s going to show him social media mentions of his stall—but instead, he proudly shows him online the research papers he has authored!

Incredible. Unique. Indian.