The days are longer, the sun is brighter, and ice cream carts have re-emerged. It’s officially summer- the season of relaxation and rejuvenation. Though the rising temperatures have made it almost impossible to step out without wanting to curl back into the comfort of our own homes, there’s something about the clear blue skies, cotton candy clouds, and breathtaking sunsets that never fail to lift our spirits.
In this edition of kMITRA, we bring to you articles that capture the spirit of summer. Feel free to grab a cold coffee (that’s our beverage of choice, but you can pick whatever) before you feast on the articles!
The best part of summer is (or at least used to be), you guessed it right- the summer vacation. “Orange Soda” by Uruj is a poem about the good old days that is bound to take you on a trip down memory lane. Beware, it might leave you feeling a little too nostalgic.
If you’ve got your birthday coming up, head to Sanjay’s article where he shares anecdotes from his childhood and how his perspective on birthdays has changed over the years. And if you can’t decide on an outfit for your birthday (or any special occasion) that helps you battle the heat and look fabulous at the same time, Eshaan’s article “kMITRA’s summer of fashion” has got you covered.
We rarely come across restaurants with food that is both amazing and justifies the cost. Shuja’s “Restaurant review: Alhamdulillah hotel” talks about one such place that serves dishes that are etched into the culture of Hyderabad.
The best way to spend some quality time with friends or family is by planning a fun movie night. Ananya and Harika’s “Cinematic escapes: summer movie recommendations” has the perfect list of movies that you can pick from to avoid surfing the internet for hours and having endless debates on which movie to pick. Thank us later!
After a long day, if you wanna chill on your couch and binge-watch something, but can’t find the right thing, Shreya has got your back! Her review on Jubilee, a show on Amazon Prime, will perhaps make you shift your mind toward watching it.
Are you a hopeless romantic? Dreaming of meeting the love of your life one day? According to Manasa and Nivedita’s insightful article “The Woe of Wooing”, you won’t find one in this generation. Perhaps you will reevaluate your dream of falling in love after reading it.
What’s the weather like today? How is it going to be tomorrow? Weather forecasts are never accurate, so don’t bother checking them now. Here are Afifa’s “Top Five Weathers of All Time” that can be related to by everyone.
Beverages to satisfy your taste buds while also beating the relentless summer heat are Suhaas’s “5 Drinks to Beat the Summer Heat”. Every palate is catered to, be it the Smoked Masala Chaas, tangy Imli Dhaniya Ka Sharbat, some refreshing Watermelon Orange Punch or the exotic Kiwi Ginger Cooler, and lastly, Shirley Temple With a Twist.
Summer and childhood nostalgia go hand-in-hand. Rutam’s article “Summer-Then, Now and Later”, in which he discusses how the summer season has changed for him over time.
The newly revised National Educational Policy might have left you wondering what, why, and how it works. Meghna’s article “The National Educational Policy – All You Need To Know!” will provide you with all the answers you seek.
It is frightening to think of a summer without music. So, let’s embark on a sonic journey through Metro Boomin’s latest album Heroes and Villians in Manognya’s article “Hero or Villain? A Sonic Journey”
If you’re trying to pass the time and forget the heat with a good book, find out what Akshara has to say about “A Search in Secret India” by Paul Brunton which explores Indian Culture, Mythology, and Spirituality.
Happy Reading!
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