Google Maps: A Useful Tool or a Threat to Your Spatial Cognitive Ability Google Maps: A Useful Tool or a Threat to Your Spatial Cognitive Ability Im writing this article because I can see this happening to my family members and all round me. Yes, are you one of the millions of people who rely on Google Maps to navigate their way through unfamiliar places? Potential Risks While this popular navigation tool can certainly make life easier, there are potential risks associated with using it too often or relying on it too heavily. Here are some of the most common risks and what you can do to mitigate them. Navigation Skills Over a period of time, I have observed that most of my family members including me have lost some degree of navigational skills. For me it has become hard to find lanes, houses and lanes in places where I'm visiting for the first time. There was a time , ...
In the bustling markets of India, the price of a simple loaf of white bread, once a mere 15-20 Rs, has doubled to 30-50 Rs in just a few years. This seemingly trivial change is a stark reminder of the escalating cost of living in India's urban centers. If you find yourself grappling with rising expenses, here are some crucial insights to help you understand and navigate this economic landscape. 1. The Urban Price Surge: Major cities in India are becoming increasingly expensive. With limited land and an influx of capital into the country, land prices are soaring. For instance, construction costs in Goa have risen by approximately 25-30% recently. This increase directly impacts the prices of virtually everything. In the realm of traditional economics, the means of production are defined as Land, Labour, and Capital. When the cost of land escalates, it triggers a domino effect, causing a rise in rent, business costs, and more. While the prices of flats in big cities may not sky...