98th Issue, Apr-May 2020 For in-flight reading only
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May 9 - World Migratory Bird Day 2020
Let them fly free World Migratory Bird Day is observed worldwide to raise awareness about threats faced by migratory birds, their ecological importance, and need for international cooperation to conserve them. 'Birds Connect Our World’ is the theme for year 2020. It focusses on tracing routes of migratory birds across the globe through different technologies and also use that knowledge in their conservation.
“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” Albert Einstein
We are all going through unprecedented times. We have witnessed the world go into lock down during the current pandemic; a crisis which halted all airline operations across the globe and called out for some bold decisions. As a responsible airline, IndiGo has followed all guidelines and advisories issued by the health authorities to prevent the spread of COVID-19. From following social distancing norms, to maintaining good hygiene at all our airport touch points, to disinfection and sanitisation of our airplanes, we did everything possible to help transport our customers home safe. Post lock down, operations of all passenger flights have come to a halt, pushing us to make some strategic decisions. We have been focusing on serving our nation by operating relief flights for the govt. of India to carry medicines, medical equipment and supplies free of cost, while also continuing our cargo operations to transport essentials to both national and international destinations under strict guidelines.
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Our 6E teams have been working from home and we have rallied together during these challenging times to lift our own spirits and the spirits of our customers, engaging with them in every possible way. As we work with the authorities, we are preparing our planes to have you all back with us soon. We would also like to take this opportunity to applaud the efforts of all health officials and security personnel—our corona warriors— who are leading from the front in this battle. We urge all our travellers to stay safe and look forward to provide a safe and sanitised travel experience soon.
While we miss having you onboard, we did not want you to miss enjoying the wonderful travel companion on board, our Hello6E magazine, and so here we bring to you our latest digital issue. The April-May issue of Hello 6E lets you explore the architectural wonders of Delhi, evolution of tattoo art, and the need to save our environment along with some other interesting stories. Do stay safe. We look forward to serving you again. The Sky Will be Blue Again! Safe Flying with #LetsIndiGo
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Glimpses of domestic and international destinations of IndiGo network
14 OffBeat
An off-beat approach to explore various destinations of IndiGo network
20 TakeOff
Delhi's historical monuments and their respective architectural styles
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26 Artistry
The world of tattoo art and its evolution through the ages
30 Touch&Go Discover the beauty of Nagarhole National Park in South India
38 42 MyCity MyWay
Mangaluru through the eyes of Indian Cricketer K L Rahul
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Presenting Green colour through a range of photos
46 Viewpoint Discovering Sri Lanka through five different angles
50 Green Intentions Focussing on environmentrelated issues
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around the world News from the world featuring interesting aspects of the world including travel, events/festivals, new book/film releases, and tech.
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green and white homemade flag in Springfield symbolises the beginning of environment movement during 70s. The ecological symbol of this 3x5 foot long flag, created in October 1969 by cartoonist Ron Cobb, was intended for protesters to rally around and also appeared in the 1970 collection Raw Sewage by Cobb.
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ritish Galleries of the Metropolitan Museum of Art have been reimagined to exhibit the history that can be read from multiple perspectives. The gallaries offer a diverse display of 100 teapots showcasing an outstanding work of art. Beyond tea, the other rooms in the British Galleries trace the empire’s history from 1500 to 1900, as represented by artworks and decorative objects. The artifacts featured in the galleries belonged to royalty, politicians, upper class and working Brits alike.
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orean muralist, Stickymonger exhibited her collection, a mix of artworks and sculptures, at Facilitate Dubai, a new concept space in Dubai Design District. Titled Lonesome Planet, the collection presents subjects lost in otherworldly realm. The murals by Stickymonger have an autobiographical tendency and merge melancholy with playfulness.
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ondon celebrates Florence Nightingale’s 200th Birthday with an exhibition featuring her famed lamp and other objects in the Florence Nightingale Museum. Among the vast array of objects on display are Nightingale’s writing case; a copy of Oliver Twist written by her friend and admirer Charles Dickens; and a family album that includes watercolour sketches of the famed healthcare worker. Visitors can also see her beloved pet owl, Athena, whom she got preserved after death and kept it mounted in her family home.
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arvel movie will soon get a video game of its own. Crystal Dynamics is working to turn Marvel's movie into a decent video game. The storyline of the game steers clear of the film scripts and players can choose to be Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Black Widow or Hulk to save the world.
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early 4506 km-long walking route around the English coast will be accessible from the next year as the World’s Longest Coastal Path. Divided into four areas—North West, North East, South East and South West, the path will help people enjoy, understand and access the natural environment. With seaside routes that wind walkers past coastal ports, rocky cliffs and sandy beaches, the trail is a history lesson and a nature hike rolled up in one.
oland's Cat Museum celebrates humankind’s collective fascination with all things feline. The museum doesn’t explore cats’ natural history or biology, instead its owners Nataliya Koshivaya and her husband Yuri Snevshikov’s extensive private collection of kitty knick-knacks. Started some 15 years ago in their home country Ukraine, the museum has some 1,000 cat-themed collectibles and objects—ranging from soap dispensers to snow globes.
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abindra Nath Tagore’s Chaturanga is a short novella set in 19th century Bengal. The philosophical questions, which are raised in the course of the story, make this one of his most complex and metaphorical works. Quartet, the latest translation of Chaturanga by Nirmal Kanti Bhattacharjee, lends a contemporary flavour to the novel and successfully brings out Tagore’s profound understanding of the human subconscious. Published by Niyogi Books, its Kindle edition is also available.
howcasing the historical, social, cultural, religious, and political canvas of Burma (now Myanmar) by two powerful events: the British colonial conquest and the Japanese occupation of the country during World War II, The Lacquered Curtains of Burma recounts the country's strife for independence from colonial Britain and imperial Japan. The book, written by Eugene Lawrence and published by Niyogi Books, narrates the post-independence conflicts in the country during 1962.
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he Sandcrawler in Singapore takes inspiration from Star Wars Robot. Opened in 2019, the building is said to be inspired from Jawa Sandcrawlers, junk scavenging natives of Tatooine called Jawas. The exterior of this industrial building is covered entirely with polished glass segments making it totally futuristic and so-called alien architecture.
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A BIRD'S-EYE VIEW OF SOME DOMESTIC & INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS OF INDIGO
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EAT RIGHT
JAMMU
Currency Indian Rupee
Population 1.52 million
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Celebrating traditions of community of Jammu, Bahu Mela is held at the Kali Temple in Bahu Fort twice a year. GIFTING ZONE
INDIA Best time to visit September to early March
April-May 2020
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FACT Jammu was once the capital of the Dogra dynasty and also the domain of Maharaja Ranjit Singh in the 19th century.
A visit to Jammu is incomplete without trying the aromatic Kashmiri Pulao. Little bit on the sweeter side, the dish is garnished with dry fruits.
Jammu & Kashmir
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Kashmir Papier Mache souvenirs can make for a perfect gift. One can choose from various colourfully painted handicrafts such as pen stands, wall hangings, flower vases, lamp shades, etc.
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INDIA
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Karnataka
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FACT Hubli and Dharwad are twin cities.
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GIFTING ZONE Best time to visit October to February
Savour authentic North Karnataka food like jolada rotti (flatbread made of sorghum) and enne gai (brinjal curry) at Basaveshwara Khanavali.
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Hubli's Unkal Lake is not only a perfect spot to go for picnics, it is also the best place to witness a stunning sunset.
Do not forget to take back home the famous Dharwad Peda, a sweet made of milk and sugar. Thakur Pedha is the best place to buy this delicacy.
Currency Indian Rupee
Population 0.944 million
JODHPUR
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Rajasthan
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FACT Mehrangarh Fort is one of the largest forts in India.
Best time to visit October to March
While in Jodhpur, tasting the varied assortment of kachori is a must. Visit Janta Sweet House for its onion kachori and mawa kachori.
If you happen to be in Jodhpur in October, don't miss the Marwar Festival, a traditional festival showcasing local music and dance.
Bandhej (tie and dye) is very famous in Jodhpur. There is everything from dresses, dupattas, scarves, skirts and men’s kurtas available in this pattern.
Currency Indian Rupee
Population 36.9 Lakh
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Whether you like diving, swimming or just floating, summer is here and so is the time to get drenched in the fun of water sports. Adventure junkies can visit and participate in various water sports festivals happening across the globe throughout the year. Are you ready for some watery fun?
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Where: Barbados
All those who can swim, dive and even float can join some fun at Barbados Dive Fest. The festivals will have water awareness programmes, scuba diving demonstrations, beach cleanups, conservation tips, recyclable boat race as well as scuba dives all over the island - including the exhilarating east coast. So get set to dive in the beauty of Barbados shores.
Look out for: Recyclable boat races
What more? A PLACE FOR SURFERS Erosive Power of ocean is at its best at Bathsheba Bay. The beach here is popular for surfers and is well-known in the surfing community.
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Barbados Dive Fest
When: July 3 – 12, 2020
Built in 1658, the Jacobean great house at St. Nicholas Abbey is a must-visit. The site today operates as a sugar plantation and visitors can also see antiques, learn about the workings, and explore the grounds here.
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Get your adrenaline racing at this world renowned boat race. Considered as the largest team sports in the world, the festival takes place in the Pampa river at Champakulam, near Alappuzha. One feels mesmerised seeing the boats of various types including the snake boats making their way through the water. The sight of boats during the race is even more thrilling when 50 men on a single boat oar through water to reach the finishing point.
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Look out for: Boats of different shapes making their way through water.
When: July 4, 2020
Distance: IndiGo to Kerala
What more? KUMARAKOM BIRD SANCTUARY
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Spot a mesmerising variety of colourful and migratory birds at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. The lush woodland is located on the banks of the Kerala backwaters.
ALAPPUZHA BEACH Rich in natural beauty, Alappuzha Beach is a famous picnic spot with places like Vijaya Beach Park to host the tourists.
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Where: Champakulam, Kerala
When: August 5 – 9, 2020
Look out for: Become a Boardmasters surfer by learning surfing at Fistral Beach Surf School.
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Distance: IndiGo flies to major cities in England through its codeshare partner.
Where: Cornwall, England
What more? TINTAGEL CASTLE
MINACK THEATRE The theatre constructed above a gully with a rocky granite outcrop jutting into the sea is a must-visit. The theatre has appeared in the list of the world's most spectacular theatres.
This summer get ready for some fun by joining the world in unforgettable sun-drenched surfing. The event is an exquisite combination of live music and surfing. At Fistral Beach, one can enjoy the surf, BMX and skate competitions alongside an evening full of music.
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Legends related to King Arthur come to life at Tintagel Castle in Cornwall. The site is considered one of the seasonal residences of the regional king of Dumnonia.
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Where: South Africa
When: August 16, 2020
Gravity Adventure Festival
The adventure extravaganza is South Africa's original adventure festival. Get drenched in the spirit of Kayak races, down river croc races, trail runs, sprint adventure races, paddling events, mile swims and much more. Besides some water adventure, the festival is well-known for its beautiful venue, Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve and its surroundings.
Look out for: Beauty of Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve
What more? SPECTACULAR CAGE DIVES Great White Shark Cage Dives should definitely be experienced in Cape Town. Divers are enclosed in the custom-built cages through which they can see magnificent white sharks swim within inches of the bars.
For history buffs, Cape Town has two notable historic buildings, City Hall & the Castle of Good Hope. While the City Hall is a mix of Italian Neo-Renaissance and British colonial style, the Castle of Good Hope was modelled on the Big Ben in London.
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CITY HALL & THE CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE
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Colours that say a story Evoking a feeling of trust and tranquility is the colour blue. This is why so many financial companies (Visa, PayPal), technology companies (Facebook, Twitter), and healthcare companies use blue in their logos and advertising. Do you automatically feel thirsty when you see the classic red script of Coca-Cola. Colour red is the reason. Many companies use red to entice customers because the colour creates a feeling of urgency. In a similar manner, green is the colour of nature and growth, orange depicts confidence and enthusiasm and black is all about power and elegance.
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THE GEMS of the WALLED CITY Ruled by powerful empires in the past, the city of Delhi has an imprint of each dynasty. Words Avika Kashyap
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Humayun’s Tomb
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Safdarjung Tomb
Delhi, the capital city of India, is a place where the modern and ancient blend together in a flawless manner. A thriving city of millions, Delhi has a rich history that is visible today through its amazing architecture and heritage sites. We take you back in time to help you trace the history of this beautiful and magnificent city.
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QUTUB MINAR In a way, this towering structure marks the beginning of Delhi. Its construction was started by Qutub-ud-din Aibak, the founder of Delhi in 1192 AD and subsequent rulers added to the tower, making it one among the tallest individual towers in the world at 73 metres. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the tall tapering tower has five storeys and a spiral staircase of about 38 steps. The tower has been built with red sandstone and marble with several interesting elements such as cupolas, balconies, Quranic engravings, and a mosque at the base. It has also served as an inspiration for towers and minarets all over the world.
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SAFDARJUNG TOMB Built in 1753-54 as a mausoleum of Safdarjung, the Wazir ul-Hindustan (Prime Minister) during the reign of Ahmad Shah Bahadur, it is built on a raised platform with a gate to its east and spacious walkways on the other three sides. The Tomb, designed by an Ethiopian architect, has a high terrace and is capped with a massive central dome. Crafted out of red sandstone with a white marble dome, it is said to be the last garden tomb in Delhi. Having several canopies, such as the Moti Mahal, Badsha Pasand and Jangli Mahal among others, the complex also has a library maintained by the ASI. Constructed similar to the Humayun's Tomb in Charbagh-style, Safdarjung Tomb is decorated with ponds and fountains.
This mausoleum is considered as the last monumental garden tomb depicting Mughal architectural style.
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IT'S TRUE The old city of Shahjahanabad is known for two major architectural wonders, the Red Fort and Jama Masjid. The British in 1911 shifted the capital of India to Delhi. The Lutyens Delhi took shape in the imperial style of architecture.
British architect Sir E L Lutyen borrowed freely from Indian architectonic elements using them as building components, as well as a contextual continuity.
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HUMAYUN’S TOMB A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Humayun's Tomb is among the most stunning pieces of architecture. The beautiful red sandstone memorial was built between 1562 and 1570 by Akbar for his father Humayun. Considered to be the first garden-tomb in the sub-continent, the highlight is the beautiful Mughal gardens laid around the tomb. With two entrances, a southern side and a western side, the tomb is in the centre of Charbagh-style of gardens with pools connected to canals. The central arch and octagonal shape are important aesthetics of Mughal architecture.
TUGHLAQABAD FORT Built in 1321 by the founder of the Tughlaq Dynasty, Ghiyas-ud-dinTughlaq, the fort is a symbol of bolstering defense and dynastic pride. The architectural marvel is a massive stone structure that has walls around 10 to 15 metres high. The fort initially had 52 gates, out of which only 13 remain. This huge fort was abandoned in the year 1327.
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Art The art that came a long way from being a subculture to pop culture. Words Puneet Kapani
It is a truth that tattoos have been around for more than thousands of years. While it’s not entirely known what led early man from ancient civilisations to tattoo their bodies, we do know that the art of inking dates back to tribesmen and ancient mummies. According to new findings published in the Journal of Archaeological Science, two mummies, belonging to a collection of six, found in 1900 were sporting tattoos. Further research finds that they date anywhere from 3351 BC to 3017 BC. While Egyptian tattoos are the earliest known examples of figurative tattoos, or tattoos that represent images, various princes and warriors too are known to have had adorned meaningful tattoos. In India and across the globe, tattoo trends have evolved a lot in the last hundred years, morphing from an underground, seedy practice to a mainstream, exploding industry. A Pew Research report states that at least 38 per cent of people in the US, aged between 18 - 29 years, have at least one tattoo. The rest of the world isn’t far behind, and tattoos are fairly common even in Indian cities.
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Myth: Getting tattoos cause skin infections and bacterial diseases or even HIV contraction due to the needles piercing the skin. Truth: All one needs to do is make sure that sterilised needles are being used which is mostly the case with reputed tattoo art centres. A regular cleaning with antibacterial spray helps to avoid any such issues from arising in the first place. Myth: Tattoos fade out with time, chemical exposure or crinkle as you get old. Truth: Contrary to the fading theory, tattoos are pretty permanent. The needles pierce even below the first layer of the skin where any external elements cannot reach.
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EVOLUTION OF TATTOOS In the early 90s, tattooing was most popular in the ranks of the military where many a solider, sailor, or pilot found themselves marking their skin to commemorate that time in their lives with a USMC badge, a battleship, a hula gal, or a nautical star. “Some tattoos even had specific meanings too. For example, a swallow tattoo meant that a sailor had travelled 5,000 miles, and a turtle told people they’d crossed the equator,” says tattoo expert Jamie Mahood. Staying in Dallas, Texas, she is famous for her life-like animal tattoos.
TATTOO TABOO Tattoos also had a lot of taboos associated with it. In the US, people paid to see circus freaks displaying them at sideshows. In India, tattoos were associated with Gothic vibes. To ink something onto your body was a big no! In those time, tattoos were uncommon for another big reason: they hurt! People who got tattoos usually stopped with only one or two because the 'stick-and-poke' method was painful. However, things changed in 1904 when Charlie Wagner invented the coil and tube tattoo machine and tattooing became lot less painful.
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While Egyptian tattoos are the earliest known examples of figurative tattoos, various princes and warriors too are known to have had adorned meaningful tattoos.
GOING MAINSTREAM Tattoos really went mainstream in the 2000s, with reality TV and social media playing a big role. TV shows like Miami Ink, NY Ink, LA Ink and Ink Master brought tattoo culture into all sorts of living rooms, and current trends include biomechanical tats, water colour tats and trash polka. Today, tattoos are permanent investments. They have different meanings for different people. Some get a tattoo to reflect their personality. Some get bold statements tattooed on for a supposed eternity and others get names of their loved ones as a gesture of a lifetime. So what are you tattooing for?
During the World War II in the 1940s, tattoos enjoyed a huge patriotic boom, with men tattooing to honour their service in the armed forces, and women got tattoos to show their support for their respective countries. However, the real evolution came in the 80s with tribal tattoos, colourful tattoos, and thick black line tattoos dominating. “New school tattoos also emerged during this time. Cartoonish designs, often depicting characters doing unexpected things, were the talk of the town,” adds Jamie. “We have come a long way from those times, to now, when not only is tattooing accepted as an art form but people choose their own preferred styles to express themselves through ink. They have their own statements and symbols that reflect their personalities and mean something to them,” says Jamie.
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The jungle book Once an exclusive hunting ground of the Maharajas of Mysore, Nagarhole National Park forms an integral part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. It is one of India's premier Tiger Reserves along with the adjoining Bandipur Tiger Reserve. Words Provati Dutta
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Nagarhole (literally, ‘Serpent River’) was established in 1955 as a wildlife sanctuary. Its area was further increased to its present-day area of 640 sq km in 1974. Later, it was upgraded into a national park in 1988 and was declared as the 37th Tiger Reserve in 1999. The park includes several waterfalls, hills, valleys, streams and forests. This diverse landscape promotes the population of various species of animals and birds in this region.
The Nagarhole National Park is one of the finest habitats of the Asiatic elephants. They roam the park in huge herds during the summer season.
The park is one of the finest habitats of the Asiatic Elephant. These giants roam the park in huge herds during the summer season. Some of the During the pre-monsoon season, the air inside other animals found in the park include the the park resounds with melodious calls of gaur, sambar, cheetal, barking deer, fourresident birds. Over 250 bird species have horned antelope and wild pig as well as been located in the park's vicinity. Visitors can dhole, leopard, sloth bear and tiger. The find large groups of waterfowls and a variety park is worth visiting in the dry season of woodland birds across the park. Scarlet when wild animals can be spotted near the minivet, ospreys, ducks, blue-bearded beewater bodies. eater, Malabar whistling thrush, Racket tailed Drongo, and a variety of Woodpeckers, painted stork, Pied and the common kingfisher are few of the species found here.
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The Park is also the home of the famous black panther, the elusive leopard better known as the 'ghost of Nagarhole'.
Rules of the jungle The Forest Department maintains the view-line by clearing it of weeds and foliage thrice a year. At no point of time you should get down from your vehicle, a rule the department enforces with diligence. Herds of cheetal often bound across the trail and wait on the other side till you pass, flicking their docked tails in disapproval. Also, a limited number of vehicles are permitted across its two
tourism zones to maintain the ecosystem of the park. There are many tigers and leopards in the park, but the dense jungle makes it very difficult to spot them. The park's vegetation mostly comprises moist, tropical and mixed deciduous forest. Some of the important and easily available trees in this area include rosewood, sandalwood, teakwood and silver oak.
There are many tigers and leopards in the park, but the dense jungle makes it very difficult for wildlife lovers to spot them.
From wildlife sustainability perspective, the park has successfully maintained a healthy predator-prey ratio, thereby ensuring a balance food chain cycle within its premises.
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What's unique October to May is the best season to visit Nagarhole National Park. The Park has 96 species of dung beetles and more than 60 species of ants including the jumping ant, which can jump up to one metre high. Nagarhole National Park provides an opportunity to see some of the southern population of gaur (jungle bison).
The park is worth visiting in the dry season when wild animals can be spotted near the water bodies. Local tone The nearby areas are home to at least four prominent tribes — the Jenu Kurubas, Betta Kurubas, Hakki Pikki and the Yeravas. The Jenu Kurubas are known to extract honey from the Indian rock bees. During April to May, the Kuruba tribe celebrates Begging Festival where the men dress up as women in loud garish clothes, go begging for alms and sing songs. During these two weeks of revelry, Kurubas are found scattered all over the landscape.
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Water Everywhere While Songkran Festival is all about water, there is also a ritual of tying white string on the wrist as an expression of good wishes. The string is tied while reciting a short prayer and should not be removed until it falls off on its own.
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Duel Action Fasten your seat belts as we take you on a 360 degree ride through two IndiGo destinations. Standing tall in the two secondary colours of IndiGo, there’s Dehradun in one corner and Yangon in another.
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YANGON
Down history lane Forest Research Institute Museum is set in a peaceful grand remnant of the Raj era where India’s forest officers attained training. The museum exhibits a cross-section of a 700-year-old deodar tree and the medicinal uses of trees. It also showcases paintings by famous artists.
The galleries of National Museum are time travel capsules which house items belonging to natural history, prehistory, art and cultures of Myanmar's ‘national races’. Gaze upon a spectacular 26fthigh, jewel-encrusted Sihasana (Lion Throne) which belonged to the last king of Myanmar - King Thibaw Min, amongst other royal belongings.
The foodie tales When in Dehradun, relish the amazing taste of Chainsoo at Desi Chulha. The dish is curated from lentils (mainly black urad dal) and has originated from the Garhwal tribe of the region.
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Savour the authentic taste of Yangon with relishing Mohinga Fish Soup. Available at Myaung Mya Daw Cho, the restaurant has been chosen over and over again by the tourists because of its taste.
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Shoppers' delight Located in the heart of Yangon, Bogyoke Aung San Market or Scott Market is the most flourishing of all. Being more than 70 years old, this market contains traditional as well as modern items and is unarguably the preferred tourist shopping destination.
Himalayan Weavers is the top choice for shoppers to buy high-quality Pashminas. Embracing their aim of promoting eco-friendly dyes, they produce products like handmade shawls, scarves, stoles alongwith Pashminas, all made using natural dyes.
For the night-angels Known for its serene and quaint view, the city celebrates its night in a rather modern way. Put on your party shoes and head to QB Lounge to experience the nightlife you are craving for.
Muse, a famous club of Yangon, is in the Yangon International Hotel Complex and it is less crowded as compared to others. Rather expensive for a solo traveller, it is highly suggested to visit here with your friends.
For adventure junkies To experience the natural essence of Dehradun, adventure enthusiasts must explore various treks. It is the perfect location to try your hands on treks like Kempty Falls trek, Nunes Bakarna Chhaskhet trek, Benog Hill trek, Chhaskhet Nature trek, and many more.
Be amongst the very few travellers to experience the landscape of Putao in Kachin State. The draw of Putao is its pure elusiveness and trekking near this northernmost settlement in Myanmar has brought a lot of tourists here.
Recommendation: While in Dehradun, do not miss out Robber's cave or Gucchupani which is almost 8 kms from the city centre. In Yangon, don't miss the Inya Lake where you can enjoy outdoor activities like swimming, sailing, rowing and golfing.
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Mangaluru For Seaside Serenity
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KL RAHUL
A star for the would-be generation, currently a sensation in the making, KL Rahul is no stranger to the masses of India today. A right-handed batsman and an occasional wicketkeeper, he has been all over the news with the accolades he is winning at the global level. The Mangaluru-born boy moved up to No. 2 in the ICC T20 rankings after being named Man of the Series in the last T20 series against New Zealand. Making his debut with the under 19 World Cup in 2010, Rahul's game has taken the world by storm and for good reason. He set the world record for being the only opener in both Test and ODIs to score a century in the first innings. Being the first Indian opener to score a century in West Indies and first Indian cricketer to score a century in his first ODI, KL Rahul, at the age of 27, has become one of the key players in the Indian cricket team. From getting rejected in 2002, for the Mangaluru (his home town) zone under-13 selection trials, to become one of the main players of the team, Rahul has come a long way. We have seen his game and his potential. It only makes one curious of what he must be like in real life. Having been all too familiar with his ‘persona’, it’s time to get to know the ‘person’ – in his own words.
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Heritage walks
I used to relish the street food in Mangaluru. The seafood is excellent here. There is a restaurant called Gajalee Sea Food, which I love going to. The dishes they cook are unique and different from others. It is often counted in the top 100 restaurants in India.
Sweet tooth The minute you say Mangaluru, the first thing that comes to my mind is Pabba’s, an ice-cream parlour. I can’t believe how I am still so skinny after eating enormous amount of ice-creams there. April-May 2020
The beaches in Mangaluru are one of the cleanest in India. Blue waters and less crowd make them an ideal location to spend quality time with friends or family. I miss those days strolling the beaches and the serenity around. The Panambur Beach is perfect to laze around.
Mangaluru has a lot of heritage sights to explore. One among them is exploring the watchtower Sultan’s Battery. Travellers can relish the panoramic views of the Arabian Sea along with the lush greenery atop the fort.
Walking on the streets The streets of Mangaluru have a lot to offer from food to shopping. From cashews, Mangaluru Halwa to silk sarees and shell souvenirs, Mangaluru is famous for a variety for things. Head to Hampankatta, one of the oldest shopping destinations of the city.
Colourpalette
What's your favourite colour? Surveys across 10 countries and four continents have revealed that 40 per cent of the people consider blue as their favourite colour. On the victory dais, purple takes the second place and third place goes to black.
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colour The lively colour, symbolising growth and renewal, is a colour that we all see in our natural environment.
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Depicting the unrolling natural processes of the environment, green depicts balance, calm and harmony. It is good to have green around when you wish to rejuvenate yourself.
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Tomato Battle Every year around 40,000 metric tonnes of tomatoes are used in La Tomatina Festival. Tomato, apparently, a natural disinfectant leaves the town and people surprisingly clean. The festival even has its own Google Doodle.
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IndiGo to Sri lanka. www.goindigo.in
With eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, endless beaches, aromatic tea and lip-smacking food, Sri Lanka, an island country, makes for an extraordinary tourist destination. Words Kritika Dhawan
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HISTORY
Old City Hall The municipal building from British era is a testimony to Sri Lanka's past. The ground floor galleries have some old trucks and municipal equipment on display while vintage mahogany stairs tell the story of architectural grandeur.
National Museum The beautiful galleries of this 19th century museum is home to different types of art, carvings and relics from Sri Lanka's past including swords, guns, etc. One can also see 19th century reproductions of English paintings of Sri Lanka and a collection of ancient demon masks..
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Clock Tower Originally a lighthouse built in 1857, the restored clock tower is at the junction of Chatham Street and Janadhipathi Mawatha. The tower with a few watchful guards is a major tourist attraction of Colombo.
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White Water Rafting For adventurous water sports experience, try white water rafting in Galle. The thrilling ride takes one through rough and gushing water of the Madu River in Galle district.
Banana Boat Ride A fun ride to enjoy in Galle is banana boat ride. Six to seven people can sit in a line on a banana-shaped structure which is pulled by a speed boat. As it sprints into the sea, it gives the tourist adrenaline rush an experience for lifetime. The best place to enjoy banana boat ride is Bentota, a resort town in Galle.
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Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden Known for spices for around 2000 years, Sri Lanka is home to various spice gardens. The Royal Botanical Garden, Peradeniya in Kandy has more than 4000 different plants species including medicinal plants, orchids and palm trees. It is a great place to have a look at Kandy's wealth of delicious spices.
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Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic The golden-roofed temple is one of the holiest places in Sri Lanka. It is considered to be the home to a tooth of Buddha guarded in a gold casket. Every year the tooth is paraded around the city accompanied by colourfully decorated elephants.
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Kokis This traditional snack is popular during mid-April for the Sri Lankan New Year. The crispy, thin and crunchy funnel cake is made with a batter of rice flour and coconut milk. Kokis can be eaten as an appetiser, snack, or a dessert.
Kottu One of the national dishes of Sri Lanka includes flatbread, aromatic spices, crispy vegetables, and tasty meat. Traditional long utensils are used to slice the ingredients into kottu after they are placed on a flat sizzling griddle. Traditionally topped with eggs, the dish can be tried at No. 1 Dewmini Roti Shop in Mirissa.
Good Market Looking for organic products ranging from snacks to skin and hair treatments? Head to Good Market that sells everything organic and sourced locally. Every Saturday one can visit a pop-up market at the Colombo Racecourse with vendors selling handmade goods.
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Paradise Road If you are looking for minimalistic house linen, hand-painted mugs and plates, head to the Paradise Road. The place is also revered for canvas bags printed with the Sinhala alphabet and woven pillow covers.
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Green Intentions
A REMINDER TO SAVE
OUR ONLY HOME
EARTH
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Here is an attempt to trace the human impact on the environment and finding answers to tackle the need of the hour – conservation of the ecosystem. Words Parveen Kaswan Homo sapiens are a result of 4 billion years of evolution and so is every other species we see on our planet today; from frogs to whales. From tiny humming birds who sing beautiful songs to the mighty tiger who makes a forest alive with a single roar, everyone has a specific job to do for We, human beings, are not the chain rather making the ecosystem work. For example, just a part of the chain. Do you know how an elephant plays an immense role in turtles travel for thousands of kilometres to forest regeneration. As the Bagheera says reach a destination where they were once to Mowgli, they are kings of forest. At the hatched, in thousands of numbers perfectly same time, they are farmers who help synchronising their movement and reaching in spreading seeds to far off places and, to coasts across the world for mass nesting. in turn, expanding the forest. They are Observe how this species has mastered engineers who build roads and rivers in the technique without GPS and mobile a forest just by walking. When they walk communication. In a research at National earth shakes. Like this, every other type of Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration diversity makes the system more stable. (NOAA) it has been found that leatherback More linkages mean a healthy ecosystem turtles maintain remarkably consistent and with that develops a healthy planet. compass headings in this deep, offshore Every year, the World Earth Day offers realm. They might use a magnetic and/ an opportunity to realise if this fragile or solar compass to find their way in open ecosystem of ours is functioning as it ocean. They make this planet rich in their should be or not. own way. Also, during their long distance journey, they support a number of other Be it flora, fauna or avifauna, conservation ocean dwellers, important for the marine is essential for every species. Being a ecosystem. Beaches littered with garbage responsible species, human beings have a and plastic waste have driven them to the duty to protect and conserve the fragile status of critically endangered. Just another nature. Every hectare of prime forest lost is plastic straw will push them towards putting additional pressure on wildlife. This is true for the whole planet. Each and every species has a role to play in making this planet hospitable. So every species lost is creating a vacuum and breaking the chain. The system is becoming unhealthy.
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extinction. In India, the situation is sad for the Great Indian Bustard too. Once a top contender for India’s national bird tag, it is now on the brink of extinction. As per some estimation, there are just 150 grown up Bustards on the whole planet. There is hope but we still need to do more. Extinction is a natural phenomenon. Throughout the geological history many of the species have been lost including mammoths and dinosaurs. But research says that in recent years due to anthropogenic activities, the extinction rate has been multiplied a thousand times. Anthropogenic activities, including the emission of greenhouse gases, have increased dramatically since preindustrial times, as the human footprint on the planet’s ecosystems has become ever larger which is very alarming. We are loosing so many species rapidly due to habitat loss and illegal hunting.
Humans are inextricably linked to and dependent upon ecosystems for their very survival. The importance of our natural world is revealed to us in the thousands of different ways that the organisms on the Earth interact with each other to contribute to the balance of the global ecosystem and the survival of the planet. No single life form can live in isolation. By conserving biological diversity now, we enable our future generations to value and benefit from it too.
(The author is an IFS officer and known for his wildlife conservationist approach. The views expressed here are of the author.)
For example, the mass destruction of the Amazon forest and the rainforests of Indonesia has led to massive loss of wildlife, change in the landscape and global warming. There is a pressing need for widespread monitoring of natural ecosystems that are periodically exposed to fire, floods or droughts.
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Corporate Social Responsibility - IndiGoReach
For a greener future Working in partnership with 'I am Gurgaon', the well-designed urban space today comes with multiple facilities, including integrated drainage system for rain water harvesting and recharge of ground water. It also has water tunnelling and channelling system to enhance natural flow of water.
Once deemed as a dumping ground and unusable area, the stretch of land has been restored into aesthetic liner parks and a landmark green belt.
For leisure travellers, the park offers cycling and walking tracks with tactile path for visually impaired. The area has also been designed around natural and newly planted trees promoting habitat creation and attracting birds and butterflies.
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Sprawling skyscrapers, powerful business houses, a hub for start-ups, shopping malls and cafes, Gurugram is truly a millennial city. However, the city is also home to a lot of dilapidated lands that needed urgent attention. IndiGoReach recently adopted a 2.07 km stretch of similar land in Gurugram and rejuvenated it for public use.
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