Rangoli in the Kholu for Navratri
We reached India just in time for Navratri celebrations. My mom, as always, had elaborate plans for the kholu. Navratri was a total relaxation time for me as i had nothing else to do...
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The mighty Cauvery
Watching the river Cauvery(or Kaveri, however you want to spell it) puts one in a spell. It, being one of the major rivers of Tamil Nadu, provides water for irrigation for almost the entire...
Read moreBack from vacation
Back in Cyprus after a month long vacation. In fact, the time in India during the vacation was more hectic than the regular working time in Cyprus! But, the vacation was great. I travelled...
Read moreDiwali rockets have sky-rocketed
This is my first Diwali in India in six years and i was quite surprised by the relative lack of excitement visible on the streets considering that Diwali was just around the corner. Where...
Read moreIt is cold in Chennai – El Nino?
Chennaiites are not used to the weather being cold. Even when it is a pleasant 20-something (deg C), you can see swarms of chennaiites out for their morning walk wearing their monkey caps or...
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