Longtime back as a student of physics i was taught 'time dimension' to things. But a visit to Varanasi falsify that theory. Time stands still in Varanasi.

People here are in no hurry. Things move at its own pace be on road, at the ghats, in temples... You can find banarasis discussing state politics over pan or lassi. Choicest snack or brunch is kachori, dahi and jalebi to top up with lassi. If you visit any of the ghats galaxy of stairs welcomes you where you can spend hours watching ganga flowing. I am told one can enjoy ganga if one can save oneself from beggers, ox, sadhus and stairs.

extended weekend and some earlier unclaimed leaves tempted me to fly to Leh to feel the sub zero temp. and here am i posting this blog from Leh with temp outside at -15degree celcius.

flight from delhi was 6 hrs due to bad weather at Leh and ful dress republic day celebration. but the wait was worth. himalayas in white coat were at welcome. amazing birds eye view. and not to disappoint the snow enthusiasts both the sides of the runway were shouting 'JULLEY ' welcome to Leh.

to be contd.

A NRI (non-resident Indian) family decides to visit India to spend time with family and friends. It’s a happy family comprising of two small children who are loved dearly by their parents.

This news may be relevant for those who planned to be in US this year.

Annual H-1B visa cap met--already
April 3, 2007 2:53 PM PDT
The rush by companies, particularly of the high-tech persuasion, to apply for H-1B visas has come to an end--only one day after it began.Annual H-1B visa cap met--already | News.blog | CNET News.com

During my recent trip to India, I got a chance to witness the true power of Pumba Network in the most unexpected way. I had gone to Ahmedabad for Guru Purnima in July 2006. I was planning to look up few alumni in that city. I went to buy a pre-paid sim card and found that it was impossible to buy a sim card unless you are a resident of that city !! I gave up on buying the sim card.

 Seven Summits: Scaling the Top Peaks

In mountaineering as in life, human potential is vast, and in many ways it is truly unlimited, so getting committed is the first imperative, writes Gautam Patil, the first Indian to have stood atop five of the world’s seven summits – the tallest point on each of the seven continents.

   Route: Hyd -> Solapur -> Pune -> Panvel

The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) defines ecotourism as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people."