Ugly urban sprawl in Gurgaon

This is the view from the upper floors of one of Gurgaon's many highrises. This is in no way a unique view. Such shopping arcades, office complexes and malls dot all cities and major towns in the country. I counted about a hundred split AC units dotting this roof. Almost every unit in this complex …

Journey to the Mystery Island

I wrote this story for a school competition. I hope you enjoy it. I always wanted to travel to Africa. So, I brought a ship costing 55 lakhs rupees for the trip. We started our journey on 8th of April. Me and my family packed our things and reached the port. The ship was ready. …

Free auto service for women in Delhi?

Don't remember where exactly, but I saw this auto on Delhi roads. For those who cannot read Hindi, the poster struck on the windows read - "Free service for ladies. Evening 4 pm to night 10 pm. To metro station or bus stand" And this was no women's day special, for this photo was taken …

How to get your PF statement anytime

Download your Provident Fund statement (passbook) anytime by registering here. It is really easy. Gone are the days when you had to wait for years to get that narrow strip of paper called the PF statement. You can now register online at the EPF website and download your PF statement anytime you want. As you move …

India’s costliest soap

You are looking at India's costliest soap - the Mysore Sandal Millennium Soap. One 150 gram piece comes for a cool Rs 720.20 (USD 13.34 by today's exchange rate). This soap is so premium that it merits a brochure all by its own. All other soaps by the manufacturer - Karnataka Soaps & Detergents - share …