A Train Journey to Remember

Train journeys have always fascinated me . The traveller residing inside my soul always craves for long journeys to exotic destinations. I think that travelling on trains has the potential to change your outlook towards life. Today, I wish to share a story about a 18 -year old boy namely Rahul from Delhi (what else could be the most common name in North India). This name has traditional connection with Bollywood movies and has been adopted widely by star-struck parents in this part of India. However, before I start the actual story… Read More

Ladakh Beckons……

Ladakh is an enigmatic place. It’s a cold and white high-altitude desert. It’s a faraway place situated at the northern-most end of Indian subcontinent. It’s the farthest north you can travel in India. It’s barren and surreal beauty can’t be described in words. Then, why am I attempting to write about Ladakh ? Why does Ladakh beckons a traveller ? No obvious reasons but people visit Ladakh simply because it’s there… up above the sky……near clouds. So, if you have few days to live your life…visit Ladakh. There is no other reason…there… Read More

My tryst with King Cobra …..

Snakes have always fascinated me since my childhood days in mid-90s……they are a fascinating creature whose slithering movement sends a chill down the spine of most brave-heart man or woman.Even while watching snakes on Discovery Channel can be quite a daunting task for some people.Imagine watching snakes on TV and realizing that one of their brethren is slithering in your bedroom can be a horrifying experience. So, Yesterday a naughty Common Cobra visited my home ….It was planning to have a dinner time chat with me in my kitchen garden. But, actually… Read More

Godavari to Kosi Part V

Dear readers, It is nice to be back to the story once again so soon…just the way I promised you last time. I am willing to complete the story today itself…but you have to be with me for a considerable longer time. But, as the Sunday is approaching, I am sure that time won’t be a handicap. Let’s begin the journey….. I ended the day on 21st March 2013 by sleeping 09 hrs. and woke up next day as a brand new young man ready to fight demons in the hills of… Read More