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Taking
water to the mountains
by Peeyush
Agnihotri
BOOKS
on hydrogeology contend that the probability of being able to
economically harness groundwater on mountain peaks is low. Geologists,
scientists and drillers have over the years seconded this opinion.
Nirmand
Kashi of the
Himalayas
by Manoj Jreat
OVERLOOKING
the Sutlej valley in the lesser-known Seraj region of Kulu district, and
about 150 km from Shimla and 17 km from Rampur, is the large Nirmand
village. This village has been in existence since the early Vedic
period, making it one of the oldest rural settlements in India. A number
of ancient stone and wooden temples dating back to the 6th and the 7th
centuries A.D. speak of Nirmand’s religious and historical importance.
For this reason it is often called the "Kashi of the
Himalayas."
New
generation of music maestros
by Ravi Malhotra
WHOEVER
thought that Indian classical music is dying, must think again. Over the
past couple of years, a number of young, talented and, more importantly,
committed vocalists and instrumentalists have emerged, determined to
make India proud.
Are
you on pins and needles?
by I.M. Soni
LIVING
stress-filled lives has become the order of the day for most people.
In almost every walk of life, be it
business, social, professional or educational, there is intense
competition. As a consequence, almost every individual faces stress in
his everyday life which leaves him tired, tense and distraught.
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