Tag Archives: Nature

Nature-al Instincts

Ecosystem \’e-ko-sis-tem\ n: Any group of living and nonliving things interacting with each other. According to this definition, we are all a part of an ecosystem. A city, in spite of its concrete development and high density human population, is still an ecosystem. We are surrounded by nature everywhere – birds, insects, animals, trees, plants, clouds, atmosphere, lakes and other water bodies and many more living and non-living   things around us. But how often do we stop and think …

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In a Perfect Setting

We had waited in anticipation for the wet spell the whole of July. When it finally arrived in early August, we didn’t waste any time and set out for the eagerly awaited annual trek to Yeoor Hills. We were six of us, each an ardent lover of adventure, hungry to grab a slice of nature. We hopped inside a TMT bus that took us to the village, where we left all our belongings except for one haversack that contained food …

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Walking the wild side

Imagine walking through the wild terrain among thick tall trees with sunlight piercing the denseness of the jungle. Imagine camping near a beautiful alpine lake and swimming in its refreshingly cool waters. Imagine observing wildlife from close quarters during daytime and gazing at brilliant stars of the Milky Way during nighttime. If you are a keen naturalist or someone who likes adventure travel in wilderness areas, then this must sound really exciting. A few days back, twenty two young boys …

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Humane Project

Money donation for good causes is a great thing to do. But donating blood to save precious lives is perhaps the noblest of all donations. For those who are wary of blood donation for the fear of contracting undesirable diseases, please note that improvements to the blood collection process have made giving blood today safer than ever. In addition to the mini medical examination, which makes sure donors are healthy, a new needle is used for each blood donation, and …

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The Fake Terrorist

Mistrust among the people is growing, as was amply demonstrated in a BEST bus recently. It was about 4:30 pm and the 496 Ltd. had begun its journey from Thane Flyover to Andheri Station. When the bus reached Mulund Check Naka, a passenger noticed an "abandoned" suitcase lying on the front seat. The conductor inquired with the passengers if the suitcase belonged anyone of them. When nobody owned it up, fear began enveloping the passengers. Soon, everyone was heard discussing …

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