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Of Places and Fond Memories

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.

Bye Bye Ahmedabad

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!’.

The Call of Kottiyoor

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.

Eternal and Ethereal Kashmir

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.

Local Wisdom

Local trains in Mumbai are notorious across the world for their crazy crowds. They’re an institution, really. Balaji Iyer personifies the famed Mumbai ‘locals’ and gives us an insider’s perspective on what getting into a train in the morning entails and how one can survive without getting delayed, thrown out or run over!

To Uncle Pai

What would we have done without the Amar Chitra Kathas and Tinkles? Bijesh Krishnadas pays a tribute to Uncle Pai.

Of Penne and Paper Roasts

Exotic dishes tease the traditional Indian tongue. How’s Indian cuisine holding up against its enchanting counterparts from across the world? Swetha Ramachandran explores the battle between Indian and foreign cuisines – read on to know what emerges the winner – or is there one?

When Women Become Girls

Women mature faster than men and suddenly, these women become girls, who the boys die to impress with their gentlemanliness. Here’s an interesting take on what happens when women indeed ‘grow back’ to girls. Jeevanjyoti Chakraborty entertains with his thoughts and words.

Only a Homemaker?

The role of a homemaker is not as valueless as it is made out to be. P.R.Viswanathan feels that it is perception that shapes preferences. Read on to find out his perspectives on the status of women in the society and the role of a homemaker.