Remembering Belgium
Belgium Diaries: A Diamond Surprise in Europe - Belgium's diamond district captivates with its trading hub near Antwerp Central Station; a romantic trip includes the Grand Palace and Mini Europe but...
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Festivity begins
India's post-monsoon festivals unite families and communities across religions with joyous celebrations like Onam and Holi, reflecting cultural unity amidst diversity.
Thread of love
Rakhi: A Hindu festival symbolizing brother-sister bonds through sacred thread tying—celebrated widely for unity & familial affection across India's diverse social spectrum. Tradition meets fashion...
Life in monsoon
Mumbai braces for monsoon disru01, with heavy showers causing transport chaos and affecting services; locals adapt while appreciating the resilience of line-men who restore connectivity amidst...
Amby in city of joy
Kolkata's cab scene dominated by yellow Ambassadors; a blog post explores their charm and practicality as India transitions towards modern cars like Maruti, Tata Indica, etc. The author fondly...
W questions of Indian life
India's middle class is diverse with distinct sub-divisions united by curiosity about others, despite their own busy lives and societal pressures surrounding education choices, career paths, marriage...
Mumbaiya Lingo
Overheard on a train: "Tabadtod andar jaane ka" is an informal local phrase blending Hindi with Marathi, Konkani, and English words in Mumbai's cosmopolitan culture—a linguistic mix known as...
Wednesday- Best of all weekdays
Amidst the bustling streets of Mumbai's arts district Kala-Ghoda, I celebrated my friend Pamela’s solo train journey with a French rock concert and dinner at Café Mocambo—a unique blend of culture,...