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    HUMANITY First – Kerala Will Rise Above Hate-mongers!

    Monsoons have always been eagerly awaited in India, since the Indian Monsoon plays a major role in turning large parts of India from semi-deserts to green lands. It is a symbol of joy and celebration, especially amongst farmers. They wait patiently throughout the year, just for the monsoons to arrive and help them grow crops at their best. Who could fathom that this joy would be diminished in India this year? Little did we know that this year, the same Monsoons would wreak havoc in God’s own country – Kerala. Around August 10-11, I noticed Twitter trends highlighting about Kerala floods, which had reached alarming levels. Several parts of Kerala…

  • Top 15 Must-Visit Places in Vietnam

    Vietnam has emerged as one of the most exciting tourist destinations of South East Asia in recent times. After continuous conflicts and war situations in the country, the government of Vietnam initiated a series of economic and political reforms. This marked the beginning of Vietnam’s journey towards integration into the world economy. Since 2000, the economic growth rate of Vietnam has been among the highest in the world. Gradually, this beautiful country has evolved and now become a hotspot for beach lovers, food enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Before we delve deep into the pristine beauty and cultural complexities of Vietnam, I have a major announcement to make. Best Offer on…

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    “A Heart’s First Flutter” – An Ode to that uncanny vibe of LOVE

    Disclaimer : Please note that I have never been a poet and hardly have any poetic flair. This particular post is a consequence of relentless encouragement from a woman of substance, who kept prodding me to pursue writing from my heart. We have never been close friends and were introduced on rather strange circumstances at some point in our lives. Our relationship from that day to today, has come a long way. Today, I look up to her as a major inspiration and influence in my life.  And ofcourse, this post is dedicated to the man who has been my rock-solid anchor in life. I could not have asked for…

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