As children, most of us would have visited various places, some of which may have left indelible marks on us, so much so that even as we grow up, the pleasant memories of these visits come back to haunt us. Swetha Ramachandran’s recollection of the places she has visited as a kid is sure to leave you feeling nostalgic. More than anything else, read it for the childish delight that pervades this article.
Sandhya Ramachandran loves Ahmedabad for reasons more than one. It’s a place that has taught her many things and has given her a truckload of memories. Catch her sharing her feelings for the city that has given her priceless wings. Sandhya also promises some bonus. She picks some moments in her train journey from Ahmedabad back home – a short piece that will make you say, ‘Oh yes, I have been there too!’.
Varsha Sreenivasan takes us on a journey through the beautiful greens of Kerala, to a place called Kottiyoor which boasts of two temple shrines. Read on to know more about the place and the history that precedes it. Text and photographs by Varsha Sreenivasan.
Kashmir – the place that has been in news for many years now, brings to mind many images – both pleasant and disturbing. Manali Rohinesh shares her thoughts on Kashmir – the way she saw it.
Presenting the April 2011 issue of Spark – ‘As you Like it’ – and as a small yet heartfelt gesture of our appreciation for the Indian cricket team that won the World Cup, we dedicate this issue to them! :). So, go ahead and catch all the action. Please click on this post to access links to read the issue on the e-reader, ISSUU, or to download the issue as a PDF.
India has won the 2011 Cricket World Cup and yes, it isn’t a dream! It is indeed a historic victory. What could be a better time than this to discuss cricket, India’s phenomenal affection for the game, the World Cup itself and of course all the euphoria after India finally lifted the treasured cup? What could be a better time than this to say ‘Jai Ho’? Anupama Krishnakumar writes on cricket, the cup and the euphoria.
In an interview to Spark, Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni talks about her writing journey, her books and shares some advice for aspiring authors, among many other things. This is our special interview of the month. Excerpts from her interview to Anupama krishnakumar.
Here’s a tale of a woman and her man, both deeply in love. A short story by Manali Rohinesh.
Amrita Sarkar depicts the different stages in a woman’s life through her painting.