Category: Articles
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Sudha Murthy’s gentle science for young readers
In her new children’s book series, Sudha Murty once again proves why her stories are loved across generations. With titles like How Bamboo Got Its Bounty and How Onion Got Its Layers, she blends curiosity, folklore, and simple science into warm, memorable tales for kids. Each story answers a child’s…
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It’s about igniting the soul
Teachers and Their Teachings: Lessons Beyond the Classroom When we hear the word teacher, our minds often drift to classrooms, chalkboards, and school bells. But teaching is not confined to the four walls of a classroom, nor are teachers just the ones who grade your tests. In truth, life itself…
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The one with garden beauties…
There’s something truly magical about walking through a garden. This magic is most felt just after the summer heat gives way to the first showers of the monsoon. The air feels lighter, fresher, filled with the earthy scent of wet soil and the subtle fragrance of blooming flowers. Petals glisten…
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New memories…brick by brick…
Day 9: May 28, 2025 Stepping into Legoland Nagoya felt like turning the pages of a cherished childhood story of kids. It was one we’d already begun in Legoland Dubai. We were thrilled to continue it in Japan. The moment we walked through those signature archways, the kids’ eyes (and…
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A Rainy Day at Nagoya Castle
Day 8: 27th May 2025 Our journey from Osaka to Nagoya was aboard the charming Haruka Express, a delightful blend of efficient travel and kawaii culture! With our JR Passes ready, we settled into the comfy seats and watched Japan’s landscape roll by, transitioning from urban sprawl to countryside calm.…
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From Maze to Magic
Day 7: May 26, 2025 Finding our hotel from Osaka Station was challenging. It felt like solving a real-life puzzle. There were countless exits, and a GPS that kept second-guessing itself. But once settled, we were seasoned pros. The next day, getting to Universal Studios was a breeze. Armed with…
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Serenity & Showers to Confusion at the Condominium 🏙️😵
Day 6: May 25, 2025 With cloudy skies and light rains casting a quiet charm over Kyoto, we decided to skip the long walks. We hopped on the Kyoto Sky Hop Bus. What a wise choice it was! We took both Blue and Red lines. We glided past a string…
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Tracks, Trains & Robot Service
Day 5: May 24, 2025 Kyoto Railway Museum Getting to the Kyoto Railway Museum was a breeze. Trains from the station were frequent and convenient. The journey was as smooth as the ones we were about to learn about. As we approached, we encountered a bustling crowd. It was a…
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Riding in Shinkansen and Kyoto Clouds 🚄🌥️
Day 4: May 23, 2025 Time to board the legendary Shinkansen Hikari 515, our very first bullet train ride! Sleek, smooth, and so punctual it made us question our whole understanding of public transport. I couldn’t help but kept comparing Mumbai locals as they are equally available in frequency and…
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