This blog post is inspired by, and dedicated with affection to, my dear Italian friend Elena Natale — a beautiful connection between two cultures that have always shared a deep appreciation for art, beauty, creativity, and life. Our relationship with Italy didn’t begin with diplomacy. For many of us, it began in school. We learnt … Continue reading India and Italy: A Love Affair
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Statue of Unity: India Gets World’s Tallest Statue
The Statue of Unity is a monument dedicated to Indian independence movement leader Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India, and is located on the river island called Sadhu Bet facing the Narmada Dam near Rajpipla in the Indian state of Gujarat. Who was Sardar Patel? The one who won over British leaders in the movement of Kheda and Bardoli, Sardar Patel was … Continue reading Statue of Unity: India Gets World’s Tallest Statue
India: Happy Independence Day 2018
I believe in India because we've got great dreams, and because we've got the opportunity to make those dreams come true. 72nd independence celebration in India — the onus is upon us to create the life, the nation, and the future we want for ourselves.
The Weaver of a Billion Dreams
Today marks three years of Narendra Modi as the Prime Minister or, as he says, Prime Servant of India. No article may do justice to describe this man and his work, but this is my humble effort to write a few lines on him. Lovers — don't get excited and Haters — don't feel ecstasy, this … Continue reading The Weaver of a Billion Dreams