Automation Engineer

2025 - start of rejections

When Hard Work Meets "Budget Constraints" – My Promotion Story I got the news today. My promotion was rejected. Not because of my performance. Not because I lacked skills. But because of budget constraints. At first, I felt a mix of emotions—disappointed, frustrated, even questioning if all the extra effort was worth it. Late nights, taking on responsibilities beyond my role, mentoring juniors, driving impact—yet, when the time came, the decision wasn’t in my hands. I let it sink in. And then I asked myself: What now? Here’s what I realized: ✔ My growth isn’t defined by a title. The skills I’ve gained, the respect I’ve earned, and the impact I’ve created—those remain mine. ✔ A "No" today doesn’t mean a "No" forever. Companies may have budget limits, but I won’t let that limit my potential. ✔ I have two choices: Stay demotivated or channel this setback into something bigger. I choose the latter. To everyone who’s faced a similar situation—I see you. It’s tough, but don’t let external factors define your worth. Keep learning, keep proving your value, and when the time is right, the right opportunity will come. Have you ever faced a situation where a well-deserved promotion didn’t come through? How did you handle it? Let’s talk. All the things that I wrote above is bullshit ....I feel shitty inside but wrote like a brave face...fk the system.

Perfect respond to agenda-journalism!

Saw this story on Morning Context: https://themorningcontext.com/internet/pocket-fm-faces-multiple-legal-complaints-in-the-us I assume the journalist spent months in getting all these documents, done the research work and then, allowed weekend and a Monday to other party to respond? Does that mean, the journalist wrote a 2000-word article in three days? My point is not whether Pocket FM is wrong or right. We cannot judge. But, the question is whether this style of journalism is the new normal? The way Morning Context kept cornering companies in their stories with a strong-agenda, this time in a sub-judice matter! I commend Pocket FM for not bowing down, asking for enough time that is there in their statement. Equally commendable for Morning Context to be brave enough to put that in the story (with a weak defence) . What do you all have to say for this style of journalism? Wake-up or just plain woke?

Cyclone Fengal to Hit Tamil Nadu Tomorrow

- Tamil Nadu braces for Cyclone Fengal's landfall on November 30, 2024, with heavy rains and strong winds expected. - Schools, colleges closed; IT companies advised work-from-home; public transport suspended on key roads. - Public urged to stay indoors and avoid non-essential travel for safety. Source: [Times Now News](https://www.timesnownews.com/chennai/cyclone-fengal-schools-and-colleges-closed-in-chennai-and-other-districts-work-from-home-for-it-companies-temporary-suspension-of-public-transport-article-115817032), [Asianet Newsable](https://newsable.asianetnews.com/gallery/india/tamil-nadu-weather-updates-school-college-shut-in-puducherry-chennai-tomorrow-due-to-cyclone-fengal-rba-snq1p4)