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Baek Se-hee, Author of I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki, Dies at 35


South Korean author Baek Se-hee, known globally for her candid and bestselling memoir I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki, has passed away at the age of 35. Her work deeply resonated with readers through its raw exploration of mental health and everyday resilience.

Human Interest

Deepika Padukone Becomes the Voice of Meta AI and Indiaโ€™s First Mental Health Ambassador


Bollywood icon Deepika Padukone has been announced as the voice of Meta AI across multiple countries and appointed as Indiaโ€™s first-ever Mental Health Ambassador by the Union Ministry of Health. Her dual roles highlight her growing impact beyond cinemaโ€”into tech and public health.

EduConnect

St. Xavierโ€™s College, Department of Psychology Celebrates Mental Health Day 2025: โ€˜Pathway to Supportโ€™


The Department of Psychology at St. Xavierโ€™s College marked Mental Health Day on October 9, 2025, with a vibrant and inclusive celebration under the theme โ€˜Pathway to Support: Because Every Mind Matters.โ€™ The event combined awareness, creativity, and connection, empowering students to prioritize emotional well-being through engaging performances, interactive activities, and thoughtful conversations.

Social

Goa Walkathon Inspires Wellness and Empowerment Among Rural Women


CCP Mayor Shri Rohit Monserrate, along with Smt. Sulakshana Sawa, spouse of the Chief Minister, flagged off a Walkathon for Rural Goan Women from Kala Academy, Panjim to Betim Jetty, featuring 1 km and 2 km routes. Organized by GSRLM in collaboration with Padmini Foundation and Say Foundation, the walkathon aimed to promote mental and physical wellness while fostering unity and empowerment among rural women.

Films

Rab Di Awaaz Screening Inspires Inclusion at Chubby Cheeks Spring Valley High


As part of the pre-events for the International Purple Fest, Goa 2025, Chubby Cheeks Spring Valley High School hosted the screening of Rab Di Awaaz, a moving film series on the lives of persons with disabilities, fostering empathy and awareness among students.