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Archive for May, 2008

Afghanistan Bans Indian Soap Operas!

Posted by: Ashok on: May 6, 2008

I recently came across the news that Afghanistan has banned a few Indian soap operas from airing on their local television channels. Apparently because these soaps (or TV serials, as they are more commonly referred to in these parts of the world) are not in keeping with Afghani culture and religion. They are too “immoral” [...]

Visit to Natural Bridges State Beach, Santa Cruz

Posted by: Ashok on: May 5, 2008

We went to the Natural Bridges State Beach near Santa Cruz a few weeks ago. It was one of the first “really sunny” days of this summer. A few of our friends joined us with their kids and we all had a great time there.
One of the things I liked about this beach is that [...]