Ahmedabad, streched across the either side of river Sabarmati and Gandhinagar, the capital city collects the places of historical importance, besides serving to the modern Indian taste. The former appears largely cosmopolition whereas the latter retains some of the authenticism.
Sabarmati Ashram is located on the bank of the river Narmada. After passing through the gate (no entry fee to my surprise), I could see the children navigating through the maps. The place was well-managed and moderately crowded.
he title resonates aptly with the movie, as at several stages, characters find themselves in a dilemma between leaving home in search of a livelihood and wishing to return to fulfil their responsibility toward their family. The movie deftly weaves up issues related to discrimination based on caste and religion, exploitation from the upper class and position, the red tapism and corruption, critiquing the government, migration of youth from villages to cities in search of jobs, the poor living conditions of workers in industries and factories and ultimately the hardships related to the havoc created by Covid 19 pandemic.
Matt Damon epic delivers spectacle but not soul. -The Guardian Which movie counts as a good movie? Usually, it's the one that satiates our mood and taste at the point we need it. However, when it comes to me, some of the films that left an indelible mark on me are those that transport me … Continue reading The Great Wall: Fusion of Action and Mythology
I often visit my village whenever I am home. I meet and greet several elderly people (because they're the only ones left). The remarkable thing is that my language involuntarily turns to Magahi, the dialect spoken in parts of Bihar and Jharkhand.
Nestled at the intersection of three states, and the capital city of two states, Chandigarh emerged as a commercial hub, an epitome of modernity, and a centre to those looking for a standard lifestyle. As a school student, I always disagreed with the statement that those who reside near the railway station or bus stand … Continue reading Things to Do in Chandigarh in a Day
It's not unusual to feel caught in labyrinth you wanted to discern. You often find yourself at the same path from where you started. This doesn't mean that you've gained nothing. You've traced some paths that didn't work. You've gained insights that will help you in tracing the paths ahead. Guys, I am not an … Continue reading Mystery Unveils or Deepens Further: What does Preliminary Report on Air India 171 Crash says?
Visva-Bharati represents India where she has her wealth of mind which is for all. Visva-Bharati acknowledges India's obligation to offer to others the hospitality of her best culture and India's right to accept from others their best. -Rabindranath Tagore I still remember the days spent at Viswa-Bharati, a university nestled in nature, waking to the … Continue reading Exploring Visva-Bharati: A Cultural Journey in Santiniketan
The ruins of Nalanda University (also sometimes referred to as Nalanda Mahavira) are specifically for those who take a keen interest in history and architecture. Others can also visit to appreciate the opulence of the place which was the centre of education, where people from every corner of the world used to come and participate in the teaching-learning process.
You know- What's the best time of the year? Deepawali at home. And the bestest? (if such a word exists) It's Chhath Puja! Chhath Parv comes like a blessing that doesn't let the joy of a day's Deepawali fade away soon. Unlike Deepawali, which is celebrated like a compulsory ritual, the festival of Chhath is … Continue reading Mahaparv Chhath: The Four Days of Divine Bliss
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