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  “Whenever I give a lecture on Quantum Physics, I feel as if I am talking on Vedanta!” – Hans Peter Dürr. Lalit Shastri The above quote by  Peter Dürr prompted me to explore deep and draw a comparison or draw an analogy between Quantum Physics and Vedanta. The idea that "matter doesn't exist" in quantum physics can be confusing because it challenges our everyday understanding of reality. Here's a simplified explanation: Classical vs. Quantum View Classical Physics: In the everyday world, we see objects as solid and well-defined. A chair, for instance, is a solid object with a clear location and shape. This is the classical view of matter. Quantum Physics: At the smallest scales, the rules of the universe behave very differently. Instead of being solid and fixed, particles (like electrons, protons, etc.) exist in a state of probabilities. They don't have definite locations or state until they are observed or measured. Key Concepts 1. Wave-Particle Duality : In qu

Lalit Shastri After four decades of relentless dedication to journalism, guided by a deep commitment to the larger cause of society, I have made the difficult decision to cease writing editorial pieces. The ideals of truth and justice I once upheld seem increasingly irrelevant in a society fractured along narrow caste and religious lines, where the masses are ever-willing to be swayed in any direction by those who exploit division for power.  Politicians have perfected the art of drawing strength from vote bank politics and divisive agendas, leaving society fractured and vulnerable. Matters are further entrenched by a reservation and quota regime woven into our Constitution with no end in sight—a system that perpetuates division rather than unity. Corruption has metastasized like a cancer, with politicians presiding over a pyramid of pliable bureaucrats whose spines have turned to rubber, bending in any direction to serve their political masters. The entire government machinery and sys

Lalit Shastri In the silence of the morning, when the world's still, Find the courage deep within, harness your will. You hold the wisdom, a guide to your path, Be your own teacher, embrace your craft. Learn from each stumble, rise with each fall, In every failure, there’s a lesson, standing tall. Challenge your limits, push through the strain, Be your own student, cherish the gain. The journey is endless, the horizon so wide, With every step forward, take it in stride. Listen to your heart, let it show you the way, Be your own teacher, each and every day. Reflect on your progress, celebrate what’s small, For in self-guided growth, you’ll stand tall. Both mentor and learner, in harmony blend, Be your own student, until the end. In every question, in every quest, You find the answers, within your chest. Trust in your journey, let wisdom unfold, Be your own teacher, be brave, be bold.