Nagaland house (green) at Shakespeare Sarani, Kolkata
I was made to go through some unpleasant experiences in Kolkata. After having being assured a room from January 12 to 15 at Nagaland House, the receptionist told me “There is no room”. An IAS officer in the Govt of Nagaland Read the rest of this entry »
I had in mind to blog on this topic, but now that it’s in the news, it makes my job easier.
“Mass weddings are a sign of good society” endorsed the Grand Mufti (the highest religious official) of Saudi Arabia while attending the mass wedding of 300 couples sponsored by the Saudi Government earlier this year. Their main motive for mass weddings is to reduce the costs incurred by the couples as well as encourage young people to get married so that crime is reduced. The Saudi Govt. believes that a proper marriage will make young people more disciplined.
Well, my point is – if Muslims, who are considered to be very strict when it comes to religious matters can be flexible when it comes to Mass weddings, can the more liberal Christians follow suit? Read the rest of this entry »
India has launched the world’s cheapest tablet computer Aakash priced at Rs 1700.
After launching the world’s cheapest car Tata Nano, Indians have one more reason to be proud of – it has created the world’s cheapest tablet computer priced at just Rs 1700. Read the rest of this entry »
I grew up looking at the beautiful mount Tiyi. During my childhood, it was a usual sight to see youths go up the mountain and come back with a bunch of Rhododendron flowers. I think most inhabitants of Wokha have heard enchanting stories related to the mountain. It is sad that Mt. Tiyi and its legacy is not being preserved although I have heard of some people initiating efforts. Read the rest of this entry »
Little brother has grown up! Sometimes I envy him for living a rather ‘relaxed and content life’.
In America where the ‘Debt Crisis’ is reportedly affecting everyone, he takes time off to shoot such a peaceful, soothing video :-) Read the rest of this entry »
Last month, I attended the 6th North East business summit in Mumbai…just to know what it was all about. Five minutes into the summit, I came to know what it’s all about – attracting investments!
Each NE state had the opportunity to ‘show off’ what they had and present themselves as an investment attractive state. So, a lot of brochures and reading material were being distributed. Read the rest of this entry »
Divine Connection is giving Indian bands a tough time @ MTV’s ‘Desi Beats Rock on’. They have managed to learn some Hindi…rest, their guitars are doing all the talking. Great going guys!
History is full of examples of how people who followed their dreams have ended up discovering new countries, inventing new things…and at times ended up ending nowhere. Many a times, these people have been termed ‘crazy’. The bottom line is, these people have tried, notwithstanding what may come. Read the rest of this entry »
A Naga warrior being shown on the giant helium balloon at the Commonwealth Games closing ceremony in New Delhi. Naga dancers had participated at the ceremony. They received a big cheer from the 70,000 odd crowd.
“Are you from Shillong?” asked a shopkeeper as I was purchasing some things in a shop in Andheri, Mumbai. Taken aback by the unusual question I gave him a ‘surprised glance’. Before I could say a word he shot back “I like how the Shillong people sing”. Read the rest of this entry »
