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ನಾಗರತ್ನ ಸ್ಮಾರಕ ಅನುದಾನ - Nagarathna Memorial Grant 0

Small Update to NMG

There are a few changes to NMG this year onward. It’s not a big deal, but I wanted to note them here for future reference. TLDR: NMG Core will be ₹ 1 lakh + friends as usual, and NMG Edu will be a separate ₹ 1 lakh.

Uma wanted to pet an elephant 0

Weekly Notes 01/2025

Uma met her another set of cousins this week/end. We visited the local temple to see the elephant with her on Saturday. Uma wanted to pet the elephant :) On Monday, we went to the beach to see the sunset. Uma loves water but has yet to figure out the ocean and waves...

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Year 2024 in Weekly Pictures

Even though I post only one picture as part of the Weekly Notes, pictures have a way of capturing the status more than one could write. So, like in 2023, here is a gallery of images associated with Weekly Notes from 2024.

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The Year that was 2024

After 2020’s upheaval, I hoped we’d recovered, but 2024 brought new challenges, especially late in the year. Personally, it was decent—I restarted motorcycling, traveled, and enjoyed time with loved ones. Work was steady. As we navigate forward, may 2025 bring peace, meaningful adventures, and cherished moments with loved ones. Stay kind, and embrace the journey ahead!

TripMachine’s Rambler Backpack Pannier 2

Review: TripMachine’s Rambler Backpack Pannier

It started as a search for a good weekend backpack to replace my broken, decade-old Wildcraft backpack. Since I had also started riding, I thought a combo backpack and bike pannier would be great. Requirements Solution I had a positive experience with my first buy from TripMachine. So, I was confident about the...

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MMS

India may never see another Prime Minister as gentlemanly and academically accomplished as Dr. Manmohan Singh. I owe my career and wealth to India’s market liberalization, which enabled me to sustain my earnings while staying in India. No other government policy has had such a profound impact on my life. RIP MMS.