Days 3–5: Switzerland – Land of Peace and Magnificent Mountains (15–17 July 2026) Switzerland has long been admired for its political neutrality, efficient governance, precision engineering, and spectacular natural beauty. Our first destination is Geneva, internationally recognised as the headquarters of numerous global organisations including the United Nations. The famous Jet d’Eau, soaring nearly 140 […]
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Days 1–2: Belgium, Luxembourg and the Rhine Valley (13–14 July 2026) Our European adventure begins with a visit to Brussels, the capital of Belgium and the administrative heart of the European Union. Here we shall admire the remarkable Atomium, an iconic structure symbolizing scientific progress and modern engineering. We will also explore the magnificent Grand
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My 14-Day Europe Journey: From London to the Alps, Paris to Rome A Journey of Discovery with My Wife By Lokanath Mishra Travel has always been more than visiting new places. It is an opportunity to understand different civilizations, appreciate nature’s grandeur, experience diverse cultures, and reflect upon our own lives. After many years devoted
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Retirement Should Be Celebrated as “Felicitation Day” By Lokanath Mishra, The Chief Adviser, The AIPACBIC.Let Us Honour the Years of Service with Dignity Retirement is not the end of a career. It is the beginning of a new chapter, earned after decades of dedication, discipline, and service to the organization and the nation. Therefore, one
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FORTRESSES OF POWER: THE CASTLES OF LONDON AND THEIR ROLE IN BRITISH HISTORY By Lokanath Mishra, MA, LLB, IRS (Retd.)For Journal of Heritage, Architecture & Governance ABSTRACTLondon is not conventionally regarded as a “castle city” in the manner of Edinburgh or Cardiff. Yet within its boundaries and immediate periphery stand some of the most significant
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Puri Rath Yatra : The Eternal Festival of Lord Jagannath—History, Rituals, Spiritual Wisdom, and Universal Message By Lokanath Mishra Abstract The Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath at Puri, Odisha, is among the world’s oldest continuously celebrated religious festivals and one of the greatest public expressions of devotion in Hinduism. Every year, millions of pilgrims from
THE CASTE OF CADRES : BUREAUCRATIC APARTHEID AND THE EROSION OF MORALE IN INDIA’S INDIRECT TAX ADMINISTRATION Lokanath Mishra, MA, LLB, IRS ( retired) ABSTRACTWhile the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has institutionalized structured and time-bound career progression for its personnel, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), its counterpart under the
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Human Resource Management and Employees’ Associations in India’s Revenue Administration: A Critical Comparative Study of CBDT and CBIC By Lokanath Mishra, MA, LLB, IRS ( retired) The Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, occupies a pivotal position in the country’s economic governance. Through the collection of direct and indirect taxes,
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STEPPING INTO THE ECHOES OF POWER : A GUIDE TO THE UK PARLIAMENT AND THE VISITOR EXPERIENCE By Lokanath Mishra, MA, LLB, IRS (Retd.) Few buildings in the world carry the historical weight and global political influence of the Palace of Westminster. For centuries, the UK Parliament has been the stage for fierce debates, landmark
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LONDON : A CITY OF ENDURING APPEALReflections on My Seventh Visit Since 2013 By Lokanath Mishra This marks my seventh visit to London since 2013. Over these years I have had the opportunity to visit most of the significant historical, cultural, and institutional sites across the United Kingdom. London, however, remains unique. It offers an
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