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Dared to be different!
" Hum tumhe maarenge, aur zarur maarenge… lekin woh bandook bhi hamari hogi, goli bhi hamari hogi aur waqt bhi hamara hoga” This dialogue from the 1981 film Bulandi encapsulates the sp…
The Elephant Graveyard!
Odisha is a crucial habitat for elephants, with an estimated 2,098 elephants, three elephant reserves, and 14 elephant corridors. Elephants in Odisha have a rich history deeply intertwined with the r…
The Hibakusha-A fading legacy!
Hiroshima Day on 6th august offers a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of nuclear warfare and the enduring need for peace. It was that rare historical moment that requires little hindsight …
The Evolution of Jim Corbett: From Hunter to Naturalist to Conservationist
Edward James Corbett was born on July 25,1875, in Nainital.He started his journey as a skilled hunter in the Kumaon region.His close encounters with both predator and prey gave him deep insight into …
Where do tennis balls go after they die!
The Wimbledon Championship has drawn to a close for another year, and new champions have been crowned - but what happens to the unused tennis balls?There are approximately 54,250 balls used throughou…
Beyond the Miracle!
Some time back, I watched an outstanding film, 'The miracle worker' ,based on the life of Helen Keller.It earned Anne Bancroft and Patty Duke, Academy Awards for best actress and supporting actress, …