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Nov 16, 2024 | 
outlooktraveller.com | Urmi Chakravorty
As the last drops of rain glistened on the lush green leaves in late September, we drove to Goa, India's hub of seaside tourism. Choosing the lesser-known destinations of South Goa was a conscious and probably wise decision for us weary city travellers. Our first stop was Agonda beach, where we were welcomed by miles of uninterrupted golden sand and the continuous rhythm of foam-crested, crashing waves.
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Nov 16, 2024 | 
outlookindia.com | Urmi Chakravorty
Sitting in our boats, we were treated to a flurry of grey, brown, ochre, white and black, accompanied by some high-pitched peals of the raptors Photo: Urmi ChakravortySitting in our boats, we were treated to a flurry of grey, brown, ochre, white and black, accompanied by some high-pitched peals of the raptors Photo: Urmi Chakravorty
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Oct 12, 2024 | 
thehindu.com | Urmi Chakravorty
On our recent visit to a Himalayan hill State, we got stranded outside our property for a few hours. We were returning after an exhilarating day trip to a stunning valley when an experience of a different kind hit us. A huge fallen deodar tree was blocking the path leading to the resort. The local villagers, in a commendable display of solidarity and strength, cleared the path within a few hours. It made us realise the hardship and unpredictability of life in mountain terrain.
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Jul 20, 2024 | 
madrascourier.com | Urmi Chakravorty
Wading through the flotsam of flubs and failuresI chance upon a paper boat named Déjà VuI step in it and set sailnavigating the meandering tributaries of time. A whiff of familiarity, a glimpse of serendipitygreets me at every bend I take,reminds me of my lilac gown, a stolen kiss,or perhaps, a sparkling stein of Chardonnaysipped under the wrinkled moonbeamsshimmering across the ocean of memories,waiting for the sun to rise and cast them away.
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Dec 16, 2023 | 
thehindu.com | Urmi Chakravorty
A gentle breeze rustling through the ancient deodar forests, a milky waterfall cascading down rocks and boulders, the shrill whistle of a snow partridge, a mystical temple precariously perched on a hilltop, the first sunrays glistening on pearly peaks, the city lights twinkling at a distance like a fairyland — what is the common thread that binds all these diverse images together?
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Nov 19, 2023 | 
htsyndication.com | Urmi Chakravorty
India, Nov. 19 -- The morning newspaper has brought in a colourful flyer for the third consecutive day - the neighbourhood supermarket is offering delightful discounts on just about everything one needs, and more. The 'fancy ladies' shop' (never could fathom the fanciness of this utterly banal store!) down the road is dressed up in ceremonial finery, with gaudy lanterns. The mobile phone shows endless alerts from various online fashion houses.
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Nov 12, 2023 | 
womensweb.in | Urmi Chakravorty |Lalitha Ramanathan |Richa Jha
PThe morning newspaper has brought in a colourful flyer for the third consecutive day – the neighbourhood supermarket is offering delightful discounts on just about everything one needs, and more. The ‘fancy ladies’ shop’ (never could fathom the fanciness of this utterly banal store!) down the road is dressed up in ceremonial finery with gaudy tchotchkes vying for space with colourful lanterns. The mobile phone shows endless alerts from various online fashion houses.
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Oct 30, 2023 | 
womensweb.in | Natasha Ramarathnam |Urmi Chakravorty
Various joint conditions can cause pain that persists despite taking painkillers or injections. Natural remedies can help you cope with the manifestations of arthritis, arthrosis, osteochondrosis, because they have the necessary properties, but at the same time, are not aggressive to the body, do not cause side effects or allergies. They are especially effective when applied externally. Camphor oil.
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Oct 29, 2023 | 
womensweb.in | Vidya Raj |Natasha Ramarathnam |Urmi Chakravorty
Workplace Issues Stop Making Irresponsible Statements Glorifying Long Hours Spent At Work! Expecting people to work 70 hours a week as an industry leader said recently doesn't equal 'commitment', and is especially problematic for women. Anjali joined an investment bank after completing her MBA. She was living in a shared flat with two other women. They all worked hard and partied harder. This was the life she had dreamt of since her parents enrolled her in the IIT coaching classes, and she loved it.
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Oct 29, 2023 | 
womensweb.in | supriya Bansal |Natasha Ramarathnam |Urmi Chakravorty
So, the new season of ‘Koffee with Karan’ is out. According to Wikipedia, the chat show is one of the most-watched and second longest-running Indian English-language TV shows. And rightly so. The measured doses of political incorrectness have always attracted the target audience. So does the filmmaker and host Karan Johar, who delights and takes pride in his abilities to stir the pot, rake scandals and put his guests in a pickle.
