December 31, 2006
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We live in a chemical world. They are in use all around us – from pesticides to cosmetics and baby bottles to computers. Some chemicals are known to be toxic and we know very little about many others. There are … Continue reading
December 31, 2006
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The New Year is almost here, and the greeting cards with best wishes are flooding in. Just today, I received some 34 greeting cards. Many of them were from people I don’t even remember. I doubt if I am going … Continue reading
December 31, 2006
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I came across an interesting page that compares a piece of writing with an algorithm based on study of the differences of usage of language between the two sexes. This study can be found here. Curiosity is a virtue, or … Continue reading
December 31, 2006
by Vidyut
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I came across this press release in my relentless surfing (when I find the time). I found this to be an interesting concept. Most vacations are contributing to the degradation of the environment and global warming. These guys have come … Continue reading
December 30, 2006
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I received a call from someone called Girish, who was enquiring about prices for a rafting trip for a group of 20-25 people. Assuming that this was a run-of-the-mill group of employees/friends, I provided the details with practiced ease. The … Continue reading
December 26, 2006
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Amid rumours of Goa being targetted for terrorism, and the government assurances that security is adequate and things are under control, my mind travels to the recent past, where the bomb blasts in Mumbai caught us all unaware. As helpless, … Continue reading
December 17, 2006
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I found this out, in my quest to find out ways people can connect with social awareness issues and do their bit to be aware, spread the awareness and encourage support. The Peacock Project and MAM Movies are coming together … Continue reading
December 15, 2006
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The annual rock climbing course offered by Girivihar is one of the most perfect opportunities to learn rock climbing in depth. Continue reading
December 15, 2006
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It is a confusing image that India has and on all fronts. On one side we have our rich cultural traditions and diversity, on the other, we have orthodox beliefs and discrimination. We are growing as an economy, yet we … Continue reading
December 14, 2006
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A passion to follow ones dreams always makes for an inspiring tale. I came to know the story of Malli Mastan Babu, an IITian from Andhra Pradesh who has scaled the world’s seven highest summits in record time. What’s more, … Continue reading