A Walk to Remember: Shimla the Leisurely Way
byEvery summer, our hearts quietly start counting down to Mashobra—our serene little escape just 10 kilometres from Shimla. Yet, despite the proximity, we often…
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‘Tiger Abhi Zinda Hai !’ — But Elections Are In The ICU
by[It was reported by the Satya Hindi news channel, and reiterated by a Congress spokesperson, that after the declaration of the West Bengal results,…
Challenges And Drawbacks Of Retired Life
byManali: Many retirees feel devalued or unproductive, missing the daily engagement and social interaction previously provided by work, which can create a significant emotional…
Stars Of Shimla – Samuel Evans Aka Satyanand Stokes
byAt last I was at ‘Harmony Hall’ – the abode of the only ‘American’ freedom fighter of India. The huge, beautiful and traditional Pahari…
One Mother Operating System, Many Versions
byWith Mother’s Day being celebrated today, millions of people across the world are posting emotional messages, sharing childhood photographs, and promising to “call more…
Saluting Courageous Women MLAs Who Challenged Mamata’s Brutal Rule
byPolitics in India is so messed up that democracy feels like it’s running out of breath. Leaders are rarely chosen for their personal integrity….
Better To Reign In Hell Than To Serve In Heaven
bySince these are tricky times, let us begin this week with a trick question: what do the following events have in common with each…
The Sapling and The Report
byAnother report goes into the file, Pressed neat, archived in style. It speaks in weight, in paper and tone, It quietly sits, magnificently alone….
Hillscape Harmony
byPerched between clouds and quietude, India’s hill stations are not merely destinations—they are experiences shaped by altitude, atmosphere, and timeless charm. In the gentle…
Retirement Party Fever Grips Kullu Valley
byManali: Retirement parties are increasingly becoming fashionable and significant social event in the Kullu Valley and across much of Himachal Pradesh, evolving from simple,…