Book Review of Dare Dream Travel

 

Dare Dream Travel is a collection of personal accounts of some daring woman travelers who have undertaken solo travel just to satiate their zeal and passion for travelling without additional responsibilities. The book has been compiled by Shefali Arora and is published by Book Street Publications. It is wonderful to note that these women from various walks of life are supported adequately by their family members in their quest for the adventure and satisfaction of solo travel. Whether it is road travel, trekking, jungle safaris, or travelling as a disabled person, each story has something exciting for the reader. Some of the experiences are hair-raising like the Manas National Park in Assam where two women who step down from the jeep to take photographs are charged at by an elephant or the paranormal haunting feeling in the middle of the Wayanad forest area. Another incident which caught my attention was the inhuman treatment of a woman traveler on a wheelchair by a fellow traveler.  The book is fast paced and provides tips from the experts. I enjoyed reading this amazing collection of solo woman travel experiences.

My rating for this book is 5/5.   

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Book Review of Shree Vishnu Mahaa Puraan

 

Shree Vishnu Mahaa Puraan by Seema G. Saxena is one of the most well researched books that I have read in recent times. It is a translation from the Sanskrit version but with a difference. The language is simple enough for anyone to read, and for people interested in Hindu mythology, it is a blessing. The entire narrative has been divided into six sections and it makes for interesting reading. The author’s grip over both the languages, Sanskrit and English, is there to be seen as we progress from chapter to chapter. Starting from the creation of the universe with twenty four elements, the narrative travels through the formation of the Bhaarat Varsh, the Sun and Moon dynasties, and ends with a peek into life and people during Kaliyug and then the detailing of the process of dissolution of the universe. There are some well known stories with content that is not commonly written about. Being a devotee of Sri Krishna, the Section five held an additional attraction for me. The book has been brought out in hard cover by Locksley Hall Publishing  and the cover design is evocative.  I loved the book and would recommend it to anyone who has a genuine interest in reading our ancient Hindu scriptures and understanding them.

My rating for this book is a perfect 5/5

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My rating for this book is a perfect 5/5

Reopening of school for Std. 8th to 12th from today in Mumbai - Education

 

After a full year and a half of online lessons, students of the 8^th to 12^th are being allowed to attend physical school from today in Mumbai. The children are really excited to be in the midst of their friends once again, but some parents are still wary of this move. With the Government having insisted that parents have to give consent to their child attending physical school, the school authorities have put it forward to parents. In a survey by Ed Tech Firm, LEAD, reported by Midday recently, around 67% parents want their children to attend school, while the others want the online classes to continue for some more time.

The main area of concern seems to be physical distancing, complete vaccination of teaching staff, health facilities and Covid 19 preparedness of the school, along with the oncoming festive season. Many schools have therefore opted to open in November after the end of the festive season, which seems quite fine, as it gives them the time to ensure that the safety protocols are in place. However, lots of schools in the city have already made arrangements to welcome their students back to school from today.

A decision on opening of schools for smaller children is yet to be taken. Colleges too may open only after the festive season with vaccination being a pre requisite for attendance for students above 18 years of age.   

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