A Journey... The Girl Who Waits by the Shore: My Story of Love, Blood & Bond. Loving someone who belongs to the sea is not easy. You don’t just fall in love with a person—you fall in love with his absence, his voice through network cracks, his letters from unknown ports, and the silence that often follows. My journey as a Merchant Navy fiancée has tested me, shaped me, and above all, strengthened me. But I have not walked this path alone. There’s my brother —the one who never needed words to understand my heart. The one who saw me cry when I waved goodbye at the port, but didn’t ask why. He simply sat beside me in silence, offering his strength when mine wavered. He’s my anchor on stormy days. He still calls me “strong” even when I break a little inside. He’s more than a sibling—he’s the quiet hero of my story. Then there’s my mama —my guide, my gentle protector. He has always believed in me, even when I doubted myself. When people said, “Why choose a man who is never around?”...
Reading and Analyzing Annual Reports is an essential skill for business students, investors, analysts, and professionals. Here's a detailed yet easy-to-understand guide to help you read annual reports effectively: 📘 What Is an Annual Report? An Annual Report is a comprehensive document that companies publish yearly to provide information about their financial performance, operations, and future plans. It is intended for shareholders, investors, and stakeholders. 🧩 Key Sections of an Annual Report 1. Chairman’s / CEO’s Message Overview of the company’s performance Highlights of achievements, challenges, and future vision Gives insight into leadership perspective 🔍 Look for tone – confident, cautious, defensive – to sense company outlook. 2. Company Profile History, vision, mission, core values Products and services Global/regional presence Subsidiaries or joint ventures 🔍 Understand the nature and scale of the business. 3. Management ...