Articles by: Shura Darapuri

The Toy-Train of Lucknow with a Memorable Past

The Toy-Train of Lucknow with a Memorable Past

In Lucknow, the very popular old Toy-train also known as Bal Bhavan Loco or Bal Rail was started for the first time in Lucknow Zoological Garden on 14th November 1969. This Toy- train remained the main attraction for the visitors both old and the young alike for nearly four decades. The date 14th November which is also celebrated as Children’s[Read More…]

by 20/04/2021 Comments are Disabled India
His Master’s Voice or His Mistress’s Voice- An Essay on Dog

His Master’s Voice or His Mistress’s Voice- An Essay on Dog

                            On the occasion of Women’s Day, it might appear surprising to see an essay on Dog. Believe me, I had no interest in dogs till some of my close ones started taking interest in some street dogs. And I have no idea when I too was[Read More…]

by 08/03/2021 Comments are Disabled Patriarchy
Need For ‘Compassion Of Buddha’ On The Road

Need For ‘Compassion Of Buddha’ On The Road

 The roads are regarded as the ‘Lifeline of a country’ India has one of the largest and densest road networks in the world. But a newspaper recently published an alarming report stating that ‘according to 2015 data released by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, 400 people die daily in road mishaps, ten times the entire global toll of[Read More…]

by 29/06/2016 1 comment Life/Philosophy