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Puja eshe gechhe. Puja is here. Even in a year marked by the ravages of pandemic, some tell-tale signs of the Bengalis’ annual autumnal revelry have survived. The fleeting whiff of urban shiuli (night-flowering jasmine) had long…
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Kerala has rich culture and heritage which is so well preserved by the locals. Unique beauty of Kerala is not only reflected in its glistening water bodies and the verdant forests, but also in its culture and Kerala Dance Forms. The local…
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Ever wondered why Kerala, a small but graceful state in South-India, often known as ‘God’s Own Country?’ The rich culture, historical and natural beauties, and all things serene have earned the state this title. One such instance which the…
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As the weather turns chilly and wanderlust kicks in, one can almost hear the road calling. Be it along challenging mountain roads or easier stretches by the sea, a road trip always spells adventure—and no one knows that better than our…
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In late March, when India went into coronavirus lockdown, the government suspended all international flight operations. Six months later, countries are cautiously opening up their borders to other nations with close geographic, economic or…
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Seventy-three years seems like a long time. Yet for those who lived through the euphoria of August 15, 1947, it possibly seems like yesterday when thousands huddled close to the radio, listening in amazed disbelief as Pandit Jawaharlal…
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May 2017, Karnataka: I’m on an annual sojourn to my native place in the coastal town of Mulki, a half-hour’s drive from Mangalore, where rice fields are interspersed with tiled clay roofs of old homes. The balmy summer air is laced with…
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Monsoons in India ripen the mood for a romantic and nostalgic getaway. Escaping to remote waterfalls flanked by misty mountains, lush forests housing a rhapsody of migratory birds or little shacks on beaches to catch puffy clouds and rainy…
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Planning your first trip to India for 2021? Here's my recommended India itinerary for those looking to experience the best of India in 2 weeks. India is an absolutely fascinating conglomeration of cultures, colors and flavors. They say you…
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When in Chennai, the ordinary joe might head to Marina Beach for the sunset, or visit Mylapore for its colourful temples and old messes. But few know that 15 minutes away from the latter lies a neighbourhood brimming with stories.…
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India has a coastline of over 7,500 kilometres, but ask anyone about their preferred beach destination and it’s Goa that usually comes to mind. “How can I be an exception then?” laughs Subodh Kerkar over a telephonic conversation. The…
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