What’s the most fun way to exercise? Cycling with friends was my favorite task until work took over and balance went for a toss. “Find your tribe” is my mantra. The “chaleability” gang as Zakir Khan mentioned in his “Delulu Express” – I do believe any exercise can be fun if you find like-minded, infectiousContinue reading “Find your tribe”
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Salvation of a Saint
Ayane Mita and Yoshitaka Mashiba have been happily married for about a year till Yoshitaka asks for separation from Ayane since that was the deal was to be honored. Following the conversation, Yoshitaka is found dead at this apartment that weekend when Ayane is away to visit her parents. The last person to see YoshitakaContinue reading “Salvation of a Saint”
The Devotion of Suspect X
A murder.A suspect.An inquiry.Dimensions blend. Two old college friends meet by chance – one whose neighbor is a suspect in a murder, and another is a stubborn Physics professor. Chapter after chapter, in this book just like pawns on a chessboard, the story evolves in this book at a fast pace. The climax of theContinue reading “The Devotion of Suspect X”
Trip to Gokarna
Gokarna is a beach cum temple city located in North Karnataka. “Gokarna” or ‘cow’s ear’, it is named after the mythological transformation of Lord Shiva into a form of a cow. The temple is believed to have been built in 4th century and is a popular destination for Shiva- devotees. Apart from that, Gokarna attractsContinue reading “Trip to Gokarna”
ইন্দুবালা ভাতের হোটেল
কল্লোল লাহিড়ীর ইন্দুবালা ভাতের হোটেল পড়ার ইচ্ছে অনেক দিন ধরেই ছিল| ভেবেছিলাম হৈচৈ তে সিরিজ আসার আগেই পরে নেব, কিন্তু নানা কারণে তা পড়া হয়নি – অবশেষে দিদির থেকে ধার নিয়ে এক দিনেই পরে ফেললাম| আসলে কিছু কিছু বই আছে যেগুলো পড়া হয়না |মনে হয় শব্দদের স্রোতে ভাসতে ভাসতে পৌঁছে যাচ্ছি যেখানে লেখক নিয়ে যেতেContinue reading “ইন্দুবালা ভাতের হোটেল”
Top 5 Free Audible podcasts
Woice with Warikoo Ankur Warikoo is a household name as a self-help coach especially, for topics like time management and finance management. Usually, a short podcast, that occupies the listeners with rapt attention for various topics like personal growth, balancing risk, and aiming for entrepreneurship. Listen on Audible (Amazon Prime Member) Kaali Awaazein Hands downContinue reading “Top 5 Free Audible podcasts”
Independence
Chitra Karuna Banerjee has paid tribute to her roots in Kolkata. Contrary to her previous books, this book is more fiction than facts. However, surely a reader would lose oneself in the atrocities caused in the name of religion. The lines were drawn by the British and Indian politicians – the effect rippled across theContinue reading “Independence”
Comedy of error movies in Bollywood
Ludo A beautifully executed story with 4 protagonists pursuing their chase for “home”. Just like a token moves along the Ludo board, the protagonists take chances, loose a few to achieve their versions of home. The movie is a visual treat with the stories crossing paths at unexpected junctures. Lootcase A heavily underrated comedy movieContinue reading “Comedy of error movies in Bollywood”
Hyderabad Ramzan Food Walk
During the Holy month of Ramadaan, each sunset beholds the Hyderabadis thronging towards the Old City lanes. Gastronomes, who dream of perfect kebabs and mutton haleem, clutter near Charminar area, the de facto centre of Hyderabadi cuisine in the city. We headed over to Charminar,not only to hog on the delicacies,as well as to witnessContinue reading “Hyderabad Ramzan Food Walk”
Gone with the wind
This book is my first love and will forever be so. Scarlett o Hara has inspired me, shaped me into what I am today. I believe these quotes from the book will motivate you, even on your gloomy days! Have you read Gone with the wind? Isn’t it incredible to have such relevant quotes evenContinue reading “Gone with the wind”
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