Being India’s national animal has meant that the Bengal Tiger is always in the news for a variety of reasons – good or bad – and the sanctuaries and national parks that house the tiger are often overflowing with tourists. Even rarer than the tiger is the lion, recognized as the king of the jungle; … Continue reading The Majestic Gir
Author: Sameer Iyer
A visit to Somnath
Like the proverbial phoenix that rises every time from the ashes, the magnificent temple at Somnath in Gujarat also has a remarkable history of being destroyed and re-built over and over. From what the historians have described, today’s temple is no match to earlier editions in terms of wealth and glory; and yet, its magnificence … Continue reading A visit to Somnath
Don’t critisize the cricket team, be thankful to them.
So, a 10-day break – interspersed with a 2-day practice match - hasn’t done any good to the Indian players; and their hopes of retaining the top spot is burning as fast as a camphor chip. The body language in the third test so far shows total submission, indicating acceptance that we have already handed … Continue reading Don’t critisize the cricket team, be thankful to them.
Science or Religion? The power of two doctrines
Science and Religion are two fundamental tenets that influence our daily lives. And yet, they have little in common, in fact they are like two antagonists, rivals vying for the other’s jugular at all times. How often have we come across people who would expect all to renounce religion as an outdated concept; and some … Continue reading Science or Religion? The power of two doctrines
Where is IT leading us?
I was very pleased the other day, when the results for the HSC exams were announced - though I do not remember whether it was the ICSE or the CBSE results. The reason - one of the toppers in the exam mentioned that he does not aspire to get into an IIT, because almost everyone … Continue reading Where is IT leading us?
My reminiscences of Lisbon
Lisbon in a way is like a typical European Capital. The architectural fusion of old structures and new, congested central districts, public transport comprising of Metro, Trams, Buses and Taxis, narrow cobbled streets and broad multi-lane highways, small shops and eateries and big malls and corporate-run restaurants. You will find it all here. However, it … Continue reading My reminiscences of Lisbon
Well done, Team India !
It was redemption time for MS Dhoni, who has been struggling for runs. And what a fantastic moment he chose! The stage was set for a grand show and the India captain gave a great performace and ended that with a thumping six. The agonizing wait of 28 years came to an end, as India … Continue reading Well done, Team India !
Team, get the bowling act together !
A billion emphatic roars together could produce more noise than a nuke. A billion cold sighs could take us to the ice age again. Thankfully, none of that happened in one of the best matches ever in any World Cup, as India and England tied their encounter in Bangalore yesterday, thus ensuring we start the … Continue reading Team, get the bowling act together !
The sound of thought 