I noted that the Times of India is making site registration mandatory. While it remains free, I find this new requirement for user accounts a disappointing friction point for accessing their digital news content.
I share the transcript of Amitabh Bachchan’s "India Poised" speech. It captures the tension between a skeptical, traditional India and a dynamic, emerging nation ready to lead and succeed on the global stage.
I’m noting the launch of Google News India, a new localized edition for regional news aggregation. This update, discovered via Kiruba Shankar, marks a significant step in the expansion of Google’s customized news services for Indian users.
I compiled a list of early Indian dating sites like Bachelors India, Yahoo India dating, and Bharatplanet to help someone find local connections. This collection captures the landscape of digital matchmaking in India circa 2001.
I highlight the emergence of localized Indian portals like Yahoo! India, CNet, and ZDNet. These sites, featuring dedicated sections for finance and news, represent a significant milestone for India’s growing presence on the global internet.
I recounted my grueling relocation from India to London, facing excessive baggage fees, repetitive security checks, a mandatory chest x-ray for immigration, and transportation mishaps on one of the longest days of my life.