Posts by Santanu

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Durga Puja

Experience Durga Puja's blend of tradition and modernity in this blog post. Celebrated by Bengalis worldwide, the festival marks good triumphing over evil with Maa Durga descending for five days to...

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Back to Work

Returned from vacation with mixed feelings about work emails and settling in Bombay; plans for frequent blog updates on experiences living abroad through a Western lens amidst blackouts.

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Aids Awareness - Paris

A Parisian anti-AIDS campaign from 2006 uses a condom moon in sunset scenery to promote safe sex, contrasting with India's taboo on discussing AIDS. The author hopes for more open dialogue about the...

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Few books

Vacation reading spree: Devoured Brown novels but found them repetitive and technically flawed; praised Ghosh for his rich portrayal of Indian history, culture, and opportunities in "The Glass...

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Le vol

Struggling with luggs in Europe pre-India trip: excess baggage stress & lessons learned from Qatar Airways' generous allowance amidst a hectic move out of Paris!

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Souvenir

Friends in Paris gifted us with thoughtful presents reflecting our interests: cross-stitch projects for hobbies like coffee crafts; personalized items including an Eiffel Tower lamp, all adding to...

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Last days in Paris

Embarking on an adventurous move from Paris to Bombay sparks a journey of self-discovery, captured through meticulously curated photos and experiences. Despite the unexpected rainy August in Paris,...

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Last Week

Last week: Movie marathons in Paris and running with bibs - blogger shares personal reflections on activities that bring joy amidst challenges faced by aspiring athletes back home. Discover classic...

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Swiss-Itenary, TGV and Gizmo

Experiencing Swiss travels via TGV: I upgraded my gear dreams to a Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LX2 and an Apple MacBook, while sharing insights on train amenities for frequent flyers! Check out...

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C’est fou - part II !

France's WC journey ended with a penalty shootout defeat to Italy; blogger criticizes Italian football style and calls for rule changes, while reflecting on France’s emotional investment in the sport.