Pigeons: Nature’s Loyal Messengers and Their Association with London and Shri Jagannath Temple, Puri By Lokanath Mishra, MA, LLB, IRS (Retired) Introduction Among all birds living alongside human beings, pigeons occupy a unique position. They have served mankind as messengers during wars, symbols of peace in religion and art, companions in cities and villages, and […]
Should the Commercial Sex Industry Be Banned? A Traveller’s Reflection on Society, Law, and Human Dignity By Lokanath Mishra, MA, LLB, IRS (Retired) My journey through Europe introduced me to magnificent mountains, medieval castles, world-famous museums, and ancient churches. Yet among all the places I visited, one neighbourhood continued to occupy my thoughts long after
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My Fifteen-Day Grand Tour of Europe Chapter 27 : Geneva – The International City of Peace, Diplomacy and Global Cooperation By Lokanath Mishra, M.A., LL.B., IRS (Retired) On 23rd July 2026, after completing our memorable visit to Pisa, our Star Tour coach continued its journey towards Geneva, one of the world’s most important international cities.
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My Fifteen-Day Grand Tour of Europe Chapter 23: Vatican City – The Smallest Sovereign State and the Spiritual Heart of Catholicism By Lokanath Mishra, M.A., LL.B., IRS (Retired). On the evening of 22nd July 2026, we had the extraordinary privilege of visiting Vatican City, one of the most remarkable places in the world. Although geographically
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My Fifteen-Day Grand Tour of EuropeMy Fifteen-Day Grand Tour of Europe Chapter 21: Venice – The Floating City of Canals, Islands and Timeless Beauty : Venice – The Floating City of Canals, Islands and Timeless Beauty By Lokanath Mishra, M.A., LL.B., IRS (Retired) One of the most memorable experiences of our fifteen-day European tour was
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My Fifteen-Day Grand Tour of Europe Chapter 7: Switzerland – The Beauty of Lake Lucerne and the Historic City of Zurich By Lokanath Mishra, M.A., LL.B., IRS (Retired) On the evening of 16th July 2026, after crossing the German-Swiss border, our Star Tour luxury coach continued its journey through the breathtaking Swiss countryside. The roads
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Days 9–11: Italy – Venice, Florence and Rome (21–23 July 2026) Italy occupies a unique place in world civilization. It gave birth to the Roman Empire, inspired the Renaissance, and nurtured some of history’s greatest artists, scientists, and thinkers. Our Italian experience begins in Venice, the extraordinary city built upon canals instead of roads. A
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Days 6–8: Paris – The City of Light (18–20 July 2026) No European journey is complete without visiting Paris, a city celebrated for romance, culture, fashion, architecture, and gastronomy. Standing atop the second level of the Eiffel Tower, we hope to enjoy panoramic views across one of the world’s most elegant capitals. Built for the
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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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The Weight of Her Own Name By Lokanath Mishra The evening sky over Jatani burned in a dull orange, as if the day itself resisted ending. Near the railway tracks, in a fading government quarter stained by years of monsoon and dust, Meera sat by the window. Her two-year-old daughter, Chhavi, slept beside her, her
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