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Collegedunia.com – A comprehensive Education Portal

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September 29, 2014

While google has become a part of our daily lives, sometimes looking for colleges and educational institutes can be a herculean task. I remember the days when the experience was harrowing to say the least with unending queues just for information about Courses. Collegedunia.com is a unique search engine devoted…
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Children, Memoirs, Musings

Storytelling

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September 22, 2014

You know when I was growing up, people around me never really indulged in storytelling. My own parents did not have the habit of reading to me. I don’t remember how I got initiated into reading. It must be because my elder sister and dad were avid readers. But no…
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Life, Social Issues

The malaise of what will people say

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September 15, 2014

There is this strange entity that exists among us, is seen and yet unseen. It is so important that we dare not raise our voice against its notions. So, we end up pushing our daughters to marry against their wishes. We end up mortgaging our homes to spend lavishly on…
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Health, Life, Yoga

Yoga for seasonal allergies

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September 12, 2014

I first started suffering from allergies when I lived in the US. But it hit me really hard when I came to live in Bangalore a decade back. The first year was very bad with allergic rhinitis episodes almost every day throwing my routine life out of gear. But then…
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Children, Memoirs, Musings

Rains, Paper Boats and Childhood

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September 8, 2014

It was 5 pm in the evening. Suddenly the sky went completely dark, swallowed as it was with black, bulbous clouds. Within a couple of minutes, sheets of water descended from the heavens coupled with loud thunder. It was suddenly as dark as an inky black night. The streetlights came…
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Children, Hair, Life, Social Awareness, Social Issues

It’s only hair!

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September 2, 2014

Long hair is considered to be the crowning glory of a woman. Pick out any of your favorite film stars or models, you will be hard pressed to find one with short hair. Thick, luscious, gorgeous long mane is every woman’s pride. Most women lament about hair fall and losing…
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Children, Education, Memoirs, Musings, Social Issues

Teachers, without vision?

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August 26, 2014

We may not realize it but there are times when all we need is that knowing look, a gentle smile or an encouraging prod that enables us to reach for the skies. I have had the pleasure of knowing many, many souls who have encouraged, motivated and mentored me. Some…
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Website Review

DealGuru — Website Review

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August 25, 2014

I am an avid online shopper, make it crazy online shopper. Really there is nothing that I’ve not ordered online including apparel, shoes, gadgets, home décor, bags, gifts, groceries, vegetables…. And I am a sucker for deals. Who isn’t? Seriously, there are so many bargains online as compared to in…
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Memoirs, Musings, Social Issues, Women

Think before you speak!

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August 18, 2014

“Why are your children so thin? Aren’t you feeding them well?’” “Ask her to use chironji with milk; that will brighten her complexion. Otherwise, who will marry her?” “Why haven’t you conceived this far? I can suggest medication and postures!” “Why is your husband at home? Who earns?” “How much…
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Product Review

Good Home Vegetable and Fruit Wash Review

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August 16, 2014

I enjoy cooking at home with fresh and local produce. My husband grows a few vegetables, fruits and herbs in his organic terrace garden. The best part about these vegetables and fruits is their crackling freshness and the fact that they are completely devoid of any pesticides and toxic chemicals.…
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