When we think of Europe today, images of fashion, art, modern infrastructure and old castles often come to mind. But between the 15th and 18th centuries, Europe became something even more formidable. It ruled the waves of Ocean waters across the globe. The Emergence of Europe as the Naval Superpower of the world in those…
…Thus Began My Stroll Through Colonial Era. A stroll through colonial era, just happened to me while searching some old boxes carrying land papers of my ancestors. And I stumbled upon some clues that drifted me to the corridors of colonial era – that was here to stay in Indian subcontinent and East Asia for…
This time Monsoon season near me has been disloyal and erratic to us. It reminds me the loyal and trustworthy messenger cloud of mini epic (Khand Kavya) Meghdootam, a celebrated work of Kalidasa. This feel triggers in me a story which is about nature, literature and intricacies of human life. And, of course, these are…
We are in July now. In South Asia and particularly in India, it is Monsoon season (rainy season). Magic touch of Monsoon has rejuvenated the greenery all around. This time, Mango Tree in my garden, weaves a nature story for us! In this part of year, a mango tree goes for a brief rest. And…
Giving words to these feelings completely isolates an author from toxicity and tangles of man made world. It is for him an exercise of great internal churning and experiencing the abstract heaven, permeating all through. And thus an unique creation oozes out that may overwhelm its discriminating readers. A large part of my house has…
Importance of Makar Sankranti lies in its scientific background and its care for showing respect towards nature.
Taking sip of tea is like having an opportunity to date with ourselves, setting aside the worries, complaints, competition and distractions. There is only you, your time and your cup of tea!
Diwali not only illuminates houses but hearts as well. Happy Diwali.
Eco consciousness as an issue, is very much in, in our lives now. The cautions, apprehensions and the threats related to the vulnerability of climate, have walked out of the documents, and now stand real and formidable.
It feels great to notice how autumn descended this year around me – in my garden, in the outskirts and in my heart !