Doosra
Manik was excited that he was to spend his holidays with his grandparents. He was to travel on the Ispat Express…
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Just a taste of honey
When we got into the train it promised to be just another ride. But half way through we knew that this journey was not only different but also exciting.
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May 20, 2013
Quick facts and funny tales — May 21, 2013
Go on a whirlwind tour of funny stories, jokes, easy to learn Science and Math, a little bit of Georgraphy and History and much more. So sit back and enjoy yourself. We bring you Hey Mat...
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May 20, 2013
Track the train
Travelling by train is always fascinating. More so in a country like India because with every journey there is adventure, learning and joy. The railways in India criss-cross the country and in a lo...
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May 20, 2013
No woman’s land
While returning home one day, I saw a traffic police constable at one of the busiest roads in the capital. I understand it as a sign that women are to be given equal status in the society. M...
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May 20, 2013
What’s on - Chennai
Wordspeak A fun-filled vocabulary enhancement, character building and motor skill enhancement camp. Age group: 3 to 6 years and 6 to 8 years
On stage
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May 20, 2013
What’s On: Delhi
Spin a yarn Choreotheque’s workshop allows you to explore your creativity and evolve a dramatic presentation based on a set of stories and situations. You also experience the enti...
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May 20, 2013
Duck tales
My grandmother has a pond in her garden. There were a lot of ornamental fishes and some pretty water lilies. One day, my father bought a duck. It eagerly jumped into the pond and started...
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New Delhi,
May 17, 2013
Select content carefully, cartoon channels told
In the wake of complaints against content on ‘children’s/cartoon channels,’ the Broadcasting Content Complaint Council (BCCC) has advised broadcasters to be ‘more cautious’ in selecting content. T...
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May 13, 2013
Cash and carry
Summer holidays mean a lot of free time but it does not have to mean boredom. How about using the time productively to earn some cash while you have fun? Here are some ideas: <...
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May 13, 2013
Take a trip to Mars
Summer is here! It’s the perfect time to get out and indulge in activities that are not part of your routine, like visiting the planetarium to understand the world beyond Earth’s Exosphere. ...
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May 13, 2013
Hari and the shoes
Once there was a boy named Hari. He bought a new pair of shoes. He wore this to school every day. In the evenings, he would brush the shoes clean and keep it neatly on the shoe rack. Aft...
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What’s on - Delhi
Rickshaw puller sobs
Keep cool
Topsy-turvy
Beyond the big blue logo
Off to Bekal
On the eastern coastline
Beyond the big blue logo
Islands in the sun
May 20, 2013
Mayuri Express
Ankita stood beside her stepmother watching the porter unload the suitcases from her grandparents’ car. Her father and stepmother touched the old couple’s feet. Ankita hugged her grandparent...
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May 20, 2013
Young World Quiz
1. What is the symbol of Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party which did well in the general elections recently?
2. Which character is cartoonist Jim Davis’ most popular creation?
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May 20, 2013
Green dream
Our country’s natural resources are slowly depleting. We need to realise that planting trees is really important.
Since last year, an NGO has been doing outstanding work in our town by pl...
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May 20, 2013
On a song
When my music teacher said that we were going to perform with the Chicago Choir, I was extremely excited. We had the workshop at Goethe Institut. When the members of the choir arrived, t...
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May 20, 2013
Rejected by a friend
He was my friend. I say ‘was’ because some months ago he said to me, “I cannot accept your friendship”. It came as a rude shock to me. I wasn’t dreaming. I had opened up to him. I thought I...
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May 18, 2013
Trails and backpacks
Summers are meant to be enjoyed outdoors. So pack your backpacks and get set to follow the trails along the trekking paradises in the country.
Western Ghats
Western Ghats...
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May 15, 2013
Foods that chill
Toss a Salad IngredientsWatermelon: 1/2Mango: 1Cucumbers: 1Celery: Few leavesIceberg lettuce: 1Cherry tomatoes: 10Lemon: 1<...
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May 13, 2013
Ride your hobby horse
Summer is the best time to begin a new hobby. Here are a few suggestions:Memorabilia If you travel a lot, make the most of it. Visit stores that sell souvenirs. While sight seeing, ma...
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May 13, 2013
Mother knows best
A mother has extraordinary qualities and her simplicity and serenity are remarkable. She suffers through much pain and anxiety in her life. She works hard in the kitchen and confronts a lot of dif...
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May 13, 2013
Young World quiz
1. Name the creator of the Star Wars franchise celebrating his birthday on this date.
2. What world record did IBM’s short film “A Boy and his Atom” set recently?
3. In which Sta...
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Increase what you have
Quick facts and funny tales - May 14, 2013
What’s on - Chennai
First and the best
Quick facts and funny tales — May 07, 2013
Sun, Sand and Surf
Young World quiz
Have a laugh
