Minus degrees temperature, no table or chairs, books in a language you barely comprehend and teachers who struggle with the lack of resources but still give it their best. Sounds
At last it is the time of the year we all have been waiting for the whole year. Diwali is here!!! But this time with a twist. We all know
Majuli (in Assam) is known for many things, to be the largest river island in the world, to be the first island to be a district in India, to sustain
In the deep interiors of the South West Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya is to be held the second edition of their annual marathon, the Mawkyrwat Ultra. Mawkyrwat, a primarily
The dormant valley of Ziro comes to life as artists from across the world unite together with the local artists to celebrate music. It started in 2012 after the
In the hilly terrains of Dima Hasao, Assam lies one of the unresolved mysteries of nature. Planked by the rivers, Jatinga and Dulong, and surrounded by the Borail hills of
Have you ever imagined walking on a vast white unending patch of Arctic ice? I have! I’ve been handpicked from across the world to participate in the ClimateForce Arctic Expedition
Situated in the East Sikkim district an offshoot of the historic Silk Route is Nathula at a height of 4,310m above mean sea level. Other than presenting a picturesque view
Plastic waste flowing in Ashwani Khad We often make plans for an escapade to the Himalayas, in the hope of witnessing its so-called pristine beauty and experience the calm that
A man with a backpack jostled me sideways and he was a bit peculiar, they were wearing hiking equipment, backpacks, tools and ropes for their much awaited hiking in Himalaya
Picture credit: QUARTZ The mighty Mount Everest, or Sagarmatha (as the Nepalese call it), at an elevation of 8,850 meters is indisputably one of the hardest mountains to climb. What
What comes to the mind when we think of a trip abroad? A long flight, exchange of currency, unknown language, skyscrapers, fascinating locations and some exotic food. Sometimes we get
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