Mumbai slum Guides

The Unattractive Landscapes of Mumbai
The Unattractive Landscapes of Mumbai

Mumbai despite being the City of Dreams, Place of a Lifetime, The Manhattan of India, Land of Bollywood, India's economic powerhouse, fails to acknowledge and bring to light to the poverty that lies within the shadows of this cosmopolitan metropolis called Mumbai. Though Slumdog Millionaire's success at Oscars has thrown some light on the Slums of Mumbai. Some call the slums an embarrassing eyesore in the middle of India's financial capital?Its residents call it home. Sometimes Pictures speak louder than words. While I can't even begin to put into words what life in the slums must be like... Read more »

Slumdog Millionaire - a must watch film
Slumdog Millionaire - a must watch film

slumdog Millionaire is a 2008 British drama film directed by Danny Boyle and written by Simon Beaufoy had a limited release on 12 November 2008 to critical acclaim and awards success. Set in India, it tells the story of Jamal, a poor young chaiwala(a office boy in a certain call center company) who becomes the biggest quiz-show winner in history, only to be sent to jail on accusations that he cheated. Narrated in the first person, the film then follows the life of the young boy from slum as he explains to police inspector, just how he managed to answer twelve random questions, by pure lu... Read more »


The Journey of Ganges from Source to Sea

The Journey of Ganges from Source to Sea

Ganges is the holiest river in India. It originates from a Glacier named Gangotri in Uttranchal. The ancient Name of the river was Bhagir...


Top Things to do in Pune on a Short Visit

Top Things to do in Pune on a Short Visit

Pune (pronounced poo-nay) formally called Poona, is one of the larger cities in India. It is located in the state of Maharashtra which is...

Antilla - India's First Billion Dollar House

Antilla - India's First Billion Dollar House

Mukesh Ambani is the owner of this massive 27 storey house, located in Mumbai India. The cost incurred is close to $2 billion i.e. Rs.400...

Apple iPhones priced at Rs.31000

Apple iPhones priced at Rs.31000

Everyone who has been waiting for months to own the iconic 3G-enabled Apple iPhone, will have to gear up to spend Rs. 31,000 for the entr...

The Great Indian Elephant

The Great Indian Elephant

The word ?India? conjures up vivid images of a colorful mystical country of snake charmers and of course- The Elephant. ? An Ic...

Straight from the Tandoor

Straight from the Tandoor

The Tandoor, an outdoor cooking oven is the equivalent of the Western Barbecue/ Barbeque. Most people seem to think that 'Tandoori' is a ...

Taste India with a  Cup of Chai

Taste India with a Cup of Chai

The most popular drink, tea has and continues to play an important role in almost all world cultures and customs..... Tea is one of the...

 Roti Ki Tokri - A Guide to Different Indian Breads

Roti Ki Tokri - A Guide to Different Indian Br...

Like all things in India, Indian cuisine even just it?s bread shows diversity and variety. You will be spoilt by choice when it comes to ...

Experience the Wilderness at Jim Corbett National Park

Experience the Wilderness at Jim Corbett Nation...

The Jim Corbett National Park is famous for the diversities of wildlife that includes over 50 spices of mammals and over 580 spices of bi...

Kanha National Park - A Wildlife Sanctuary In India

Kanha National Park - A Wildlife Sanctuary In I...

The Kanha National Park is situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh and is one of the top wildlife sanctuaries in India. The park is over ...

Two-Wheelers for Indian Women

Two-Wheelers for Indian Women

In recent years, Indian automobile industry has seen a dynamic growth especially in Two-wheeler segment. India is the second largest prod...

Take a Ride of 10 Luxury Trains in India

Take a Ride of 10 Luxury Trains in India

A journey aboard the luxury trains in India is the best way to explore the heritage and culturally vibrant parts of the country. Indian R...

Top 5 Things to do in Lavasa

Top 5 Things to do in Lavasa

India?s first planned hill city, Lavasa is build on a lavish scale and picturesque location over 7 mountains. It is a growing favored tou...

Top 5 Shopping Malls in Pune

Top 5 Shopping Malls in Pune

Malls in Pune have become the perfect hangout places in recent times. Shop shop until you drop that is the mantra behind all the shoppin...

Pushkar - Oldest Cities In India

Pushkar - Oldest Cities In India

Pushkar is a small city located in the State of Rajasthan and is considered to be one of the oldest cities in India. The place has almost...

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