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    Glimpses From the ‘Come-Back Year’ of Kala Ghoda Arts Festival 2016

    We haven’t missed Kala Ghoda Arts Festival (KGAF) in the last 11 years. At least a couple of visits to this 9-day festival is a must for us ever since we came to Mumbai. There was a talk of KGAF getting cancelled due to the local residents’ complaints about noise pollution and safety. But we guess the art lovers did all they can for that not to happen. Increased security and fewer loudspeakers became a norm. Wish noise pollution during religious festivals also is handled the same way. Also, after Hindustan Times became the title sponsors, the festival had lost its charm…

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    One thing your travel planner will not tell you about Port Blair

    Port Blair is the base for exploring other parts of Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Port Blair has its own attractions apart from the trips to the nearby islands. But while in Port Blair, there is something that you could do, which your travel planner will not tell you. Running. Undulating terrain. Well-laid roads and even better footpath by the sea and minimal traffic. Runners’ dream. The road from the water sports complex till Corbyn’s Cove beach is approximately 5.5 km. A good 11 km if one does up and down. If running by the sea is not your cup of…