If:
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Is represented as:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26.
Then
H-A-R-D-W-O- R- K
8+1+18+4+23+ 15+18+11 = 98%
And:
K-N-O-W-L-E- D-G-E
11+14+15+23+ 12+5+4+7+ 5 = 96%
But:
A-T-T-I-T-U- D-E
1+20+20+9+20+ 21+4+5 = 100%
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Plane Crash
According to news reports, Air France Flight 447 crashed with 228 passengers at Atlantic Ocean.Air France Flight 447 was moving from Rio de Janerio (Brazil) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (Paris).There were 216 passengers, 12 crew and three pilots on crashed Air France plane.The reason for the crash is due to the thunderstorm.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Sensex Rocket
For the first time ever,since 1875, the Bombay Stock Exchange had to halt trading for the day when the sensex raised with the speed of rocket.It raise by 2,111 points in a day.Trading was then been halted for two hours, but as soon as the market reponed the indices hit the upper circuit again, and trading has been halted for the entire day.
Friday, May 15, 2009
Edit windows xp
Remove the Recycle Bin from the Desktop
If you don't use the Recycle Bin to store deleted files , you can get rid of its desktop icon.
Run Regedit and go to:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/SOFTWARE/Microsoft/Windows/CurrentVersion/explorer/Desktop/NameSpace
Click on the "Recycle Bin" string in the right hand pane. Hit Del, click OK.
Rename the Recycle Bin
To change the name of the Recycle Bin desktop icon, open Regedit and go to:
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT/CLSID/{645FF040-5081-101B-9F08-00AA002F954E}
and change the name "Recycle Bin" to whatever you want.
Disable CD Autorun
This will help you to protect your pc from virus.
1) Click Start, Run and enter GPEDIT.MSC
2) Go to Computer Configuration, Administrative Templates, System.
3) Locate the entry for Turn autoplay off and modify it as you desire.
If you don't use the Recycle Bin to store deleted files , you can get rid of its desktop icon.
Run Regedit and go to:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/SOFTWARE/Microsoft/Windows/CurrentVersion/explorer/Desktop/NameSpace
Click on the "Recycle Bin" string in the right hand pane. Hit Del, click OK.
Rename the Recycle Bin
To change the name of the Recycle Bin desktop icon, open Regedit and go to:
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT/CLSID/{645FF040-5081-101B-9F08-00AA002F954E}
and change the name "Recycle Bin" to whatever you want.
Disable CD Autorun
This will help you to protect your pc from virus.
1) Click Start, Run and enter GPEDIT.MSC
2) Go to Computer Configuration, Administrative Templates, System.
3) Locate the entry for Turn autoplay off and modify it as you desire.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Mathemazic
1 x 8 + 1 = 9
12 x 8 + 2 = 98
123 x 8 + 3 = 987
1234 x 8 + 4 = 9876
12345 x 8 + 5 = 98765
123456 x 8 + 6 = 987654
1234567 x 8 + 7 = 9876543
12345678 x 8 + 8 = 98765432
123456789 x 8 + 9 = 987654321
1 x 9 + 2 = 11
12 x 9 + 3 = 111
123 x 9 + 4 = 1111
1234 x 9 + 5 = 11111
12345 x 9 + 6 = 111111
123456 x 9 + 7 = 1111111
1234567 x 9 + 8 = 11111111
12345678 x 9 + 9 = 111111111
123456789 x 9 +10= 1111111111
9 x 9 + 7 = 88
98 x 9 + 6 = 888
987 x 9 + 5 = 8888
9876 x 9 + 4 = 88888
98765 x 9 + 3 = 888888
987654 x 9 + 2 = 8888888
9876543 x 9 + 1 = 88888888
98765432 x 9 + 0 = 888888888
Brilliant, isn't it?
And finally, take a look at this symmetry:
1 x 1 = 1
11 x 11 = 121
111 x 111 = 12321
1111 x 1111 = 1234321
11111 x 11111 = 123454321
111111 x 111111 = 12345654321
1111111 x 1111111 = 1234567654321
11111111 x 11111111 = 123456787654321
111111111 x 111111111=12345678987654321
IPL
Indian Premier League has started a few days back.This time it is happening in South Africa.Last time it was won by Rajasthan Royals.This time the competition is more tough.The final match will be played on 24 MAY at Johannesburg.
Monday, September 29, 2008
Some Windows xp useful tips
* Disable XP Boot Logo
It is possible to disable the XP splash screen, which will slightly speed up the overall boot process. Be aware that removing the splash screen will also cause you not to see any boot-up messages that might come up (chkdsk, convert ... ), but if your system runs without any problems then it should not matter.
Edit boot.ini.
Add " /noguiboot" right after "/fastdetect".
Upon restarting, the splash screen will be gone. It can be re-enabled by removing the new switch.
* Turn Off Indexing to Speed Up XP
Windows XP keeps a record of all files on the hard disk so when you do a search on the hard drive it is faster. There is a downside to this and because the computer has to index all files, it will slow down normal file commands like open, close, etc. If you do not do a whole lot of searches on your hard drive then you may want to turn this feature off:
Open My Computer.
Right-click your hard drive icon and select Properties.
At the bottom of the window you'll see "Allow indexing service to index this disk for faster searches," uncheck this and click ok. A new window will pop up and select Apply to all folders and subfolders.
It will take a minute or two for the changes to take affect but then you should enjoy slightly faster performance.
* Clean Your Prefetch to Improve Performance
This is a unique technique for WinXP. We know that it is necessary to scrub registry and TEMP files for Win9X/ME/2000 periodically. Prefetch is a new and very useful technique in Windows XP. However, after using XP some time, the prefetch directory can get full of junk and obsolete links in the Prefetch catalog, which can slow down your computer noticeably.
Open C(system drive):/windows/Prefetch, delete those junk and obsolete files, reboot. It is recommended that you do this every month.
* Load Internet Explorer the Fastest Way Possible
Edit your link to start Internet Explorer to have -nohome after it. For Example:
"C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\IEXPLORE.EXE" -nohome
This will load internet explorer very fast because it does not load a web page while it is loading. If you want to go to your homepage after it is loaded, just click on the home button.
* Shutdown XP Faster
Like previous versions of windows, it takes long time to restart or shutdown windows XP when the "Exit Windows" sound is enabled. To solve this problem you must disable this useless sound.
Click Start button.
Go to settings > Control Panel > Sound, Speech and Audio devices > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sounds.
Then under program events and windows menu click on "Exit Windows" sub-menu and highlight it. Now from sounds you can select, choose "none" and then click Apply and OK.
Now you should see some improvements when shutting down your system.
*Easily Disable Messenger
Go into: C:/Program Files/Messenger. Rename the Messenger folder to "MessengerOFF".
This does not slow down Outlook Express or hinder system performance.
* Turn Off Autoplay for Program CDs
How can you stop Windows XP from launching program CDs?
Click Start, click Run, type GPEDIT.MSC to open Group Policy in the Microsoft Management Console. Double-click Computer Configuration, double-click Administrative templates, double-click System, and then click Turn off autoplay.
The instructions on your screen describe how to configure this setting. Click Properties to display the setting dialog.
Click Enabled, and choose CD-ROM drives, then click OK, to stop CD autoplay.
This setting does not prevent Autoplay for music CDs.
* Increase Your Cable Modem or DSL Speed in XP
This tweak is for broad band cable connections on stand alone machines with WinXP professional version - might work on Home version also. It may also work with networked machines as well.
This tweak assumes that you have let WinXP create a connection on install for your cable modem/NIC combination and that your connection has tcp/ip - QoS - file and print sharing - and client for Microsoft networks , only, installed. It also assumes that WinXP will detect your NIC and has in-box drivers for it. If it doesn't do not try this.
In the "My Network Places" properties (right-click on the desktop icon and choose properties), highlight the connection then at the menu bar choose "Advanced" then "Advanced Settings". Uncheck the two boxes in the lower half for the bindings for File and Printer sharing and Client for MS networks. Click OK.
* Turn Off System Restore to Save Space
By default, Windows XP keeps a backup of system files in the System Volume Information folder. This can eat up valuable space on your hard drive. If you don't want Windows to back up your system files:
Open the Control Panel.
Double-click on System.
Click the System Restore tab.
Check "Turn off System Restore on all drives".
Hit Apply.
You may now delete the System Volume Information folder.
It is possible to disable the XP splash screen, which will slightly speed up the overall boot process. Be aware that removing the splash screen will also cause you not to see any boot-up messages that might come up (chkdsk, convert ... ), but if your system runs without any problems then it should not matter.
Edit boot.ini.
Add " /noguiboot" right after "/fastdetect".
Upon restarting, the splash screen will be gone. It can be re-enabled by removing the new switch.
* Turn Off Indexing to Speed Up XP
Windows XP keeps a record of all files on the hard disk so when you do a search on the hard drive it is faster. There is a downside to this and because the computer has to index all files, it will slow down normal file commands like open, close, etc. If you do not do a whole lot of searches on your hard drive then you may want to turn this feature off:
Open My Computer.
Right-click your hard drive icon and select Properties.
At the bottom of the window you'll see "Allow indexing service to index this disk for faster searches," uncheck this and click ok. A new window will pop up and select Apply to all folders and subfolders.
It will take a minute or two for the changes to take affect but then you should enjoy slightly faster performance.
* Clean Your Prefetch to Improve Performance
This is a unique technique for WinXP. We know that it is necessary to scrub registry and TEMP files for Win9X/ME/2000 periodically. Prefetch is a new and very useful technique in Windows XP. However, after using XP some time, the prefetch directory can get full of junk and obsolete links in the Prefetch catalog, which can slow down your computer noticeably.
Open C(system drive):/windows/Prefetch, delete those junk and obsolete files, reboot. It is recommended that you do this every month.
* Load Internet Explorer the Fastest Way Possible
Edit your link to start Internet Explorer to have -nohome after it. For Example:
"C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\IEXPLORE.EXE" -nohome
This will load internet explorer very fast because it does not load a web page while it is loading. If you want to go to your homepage after it is loaded, just click on the home button.
* Shutdown XP Faster
Like previous versions of windows, it takes long time to restart or shutdown windows XP when the "Exit Windows" sound is enabled. To solve this problem you must disable this useless sound.
Click Start button.
Go to settings > Control Panel > Sound, Speech and Audio devices > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sounds.
Then under program events and windows menu click on "Exit Windows" sub-menu and highlight it. Now from sounds you can select, choose "none" and then click Apply and OK.
Now you should see some improvements when shutting down your system.
*Easily Disable Messenger
Go into: C:/Program Files/Messenger. Rename the Messenger folder to "MessengerOFF".
This does not slow down Outlook Express or hinder system performance.
* Turn Off Autoplay for Program CDs
How can you stop Windows XP from launching program CDs?
Click Start, click Run, type GPEDIT.MSC to open Group Policy in the Microsoft Management Console. Double-click Computer Configuration, double-click Administrative templates, double-click System, and then click Turn off autoplay.
The instructions on your screen describe how to configure this setting. Click Properties to display the setting dialog.
Click Enabled, and choose CD-ROM drives, then click OK, to stop CD autoplay.
This setting does not prevent Autoplay for music CDs.
* Increase Your Cable Modem or DSL Speed in XP
This tweak is for broad band cable connections on stand alone machines with WinXP professional version - might work on Home version also. It may also work with networked machines as well.
This tweak assumes that you have let WinXP create a connection on install for your cable modem/NIC combination and that your connection has tcp/ip - QoS - file and print sharing - and client for Microsoft networks , only, installed. It also assumes that WinXP will detect your NIC and has in-box drivers for it. If it doesn't do not try this.
In the "My Network Places" properties (right-click on the desktop icon and choose properties), highlight the connection then at the menu bar choose "Advanced" then "Advanced Settings". Uncheck the two boxes in the lower half for the bindings for File and Printer sharing and Client for MS networks. Click OK.
* Turn Off System Restore to Save Space
By default, Windows XP keeps a backup of system files in the System Volume Information folder. This can eat up valuable space on your hard drive. If you don't want Windows to back up your system files:
Open the Control Panel.
Double-click on System.
Click the System Restore tab.
Check "Turn off System Restore on all drives".
Hit Apply.
You may now delete the System Volume Information folder.
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Autorun.inf Virus
A computer virus is a computer program that can copy itself and infect a computer. The term "virus" is also commonly used to refer to many different types of malware and adware programs. The original virus may modify the copies, or the copies may modify themselves.
It can harm in different ways:
It can steal your data or information and send over internet,
Delete your data or system files i.e. corrupt OS,
Change system setting i.e. Hide folder options, Task Manager etc,
Minimize the Performance,
Spread through USB devices etc.
How to detect that your computer is infected?
Look for process which are taking the greater share of memory (a unrecognized process),
Check out the startups regularly,
Use Antivirus Software and update it regularly,
Download Latest Patches from Windows website.
But still there are some viruses which are undetected.
Autorun.inf Virus
Most often we find that USB Sticks or Data Transfer devices such as Pen drives,
ipod, Digital Camera, Mobile etc are infected with a virus. This virus creates a
autorun.inf file, also it creates a EXE (executable) file in every folder in system with
same name as that of folder. So we opens it thinking that it's a folder, After execution it disables Folder Options, Registry Editor, Task Manager etc and copy itself to all hard disk partitions plus
spread through USB drives.
First of all check for virus on the machine. You must have little knowledge about
the Registry Editor and some basic information of Operating System.
Procedure to Remove:
Use "Process Explorer" (Search Process explorer in Google and download from
Microsoft website link) to check for unwanted processes.
End task all the processes with folder icon.
Enable Registry Editor
Start>Run>gpedit.msc>User configuration>Administrative Templates>System>Prevent
access to registry Tools
Right Click Properties set Enabled.
Enable Task manager from Registry
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Current
version\Policies\System
In the right pane, delete the value named DisableTaskMgr
Or else use Group Policy Editor
Start>Run>gpedit.msc>User configuration>Administrative
Templates>System>Ctrl+Alt+Delete Options>Remove Task Manager
Set the Policy Not Configured.
Enable Folder Options
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Current
version\Policies\Explorer\
NoFolderOptions set 0=Show, 1= Hide
Or you can use registry mechanic to optimize your registry.
Remove all startup items
Start>Run >msconfig
Services tab> Hide all Microsoft services> disable all
Start up tab> disable all Click apply then Ok, Do not restart your computer(It may start with Explorer).
Check if anything is gets Starts with Explorer
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\Current
version\Winlogon
Set Shell = Explorer.exe (if values looks like "Exlorer.exe avop.exe", then remove
everything other than Explorer.exe)
Search
Now search for "*.exe" file in all hard disk partitions with "Search Hidden files and
Folders" option enabled.
Delete all the executable with icon as folder icon.
Restart your computer and enjoy.
It can harm in different ways:
It can steal your data or information and send over internet,
Delete your data or system files i.e. corrupt OS,
Change system setting i.e. Hide folder options, Task Manager etc,
Minimize the Performance,
Spread through USB devices etc.
How to detect that your computer is infected?
Look for process which are taking the greater share of memory (a unrecognized process),
Check out the startups regularly,
Use Antivirus Software and update it regularly,
Download Latest Patches from Windows website.
But still there are some viruses which are undetected.
Autorun.inf Virus
Most often we find that USB Sticks or Data Transfer devices such as Pen drives,
ipod, Digital Camera, Mobile etc are infected with a virus. This virus creates a
autorun.inf file, also it creates a EXE (executable) file in every folder in system with
same name as that of folder. So we opens it thinking that it's a folder, After execution it disables Folder Options, Registry Editor, Task Manager etc and copy itself to all hard disk partitions plus
spread through USB drives.
First of all check for virus on the machine. You must have little knowledge about
the Registry Editor and some basic information of Operating System.
Procedure to Remove:
Use "Process Explorer" (Search Process explorer in Google and download from
Microsoft website link) to check for unwanted processes.
End task all the processes with folder icon.
Enable Registry Editor
Start>Run>gpedit.msc>User configuration>Administrative Templates>System>Prevent
access to registry Tools
Right Click Properties set Enabled.
Enable Task manager from Registry
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Current
version\Policies\System
In the right pane, delete the value named DisableTaskMgr
Or else use Group Policy Editor
Start>Run>gpedit.msc>User configuration>Administrative
Templates>System>Ctrl+Alt+Delete Options>Remove Task Manager
Set the Policy Not Configured.
Enable Folder Options
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Current
version\Policies\Explorer\
NoFolderOptions set 0=Show, 1= Hide
Or you can use registry mechanic to optimize your registry.
Remove all startup items
Start>Run >msconfig
Services tab> Hide all Microsoft services> disable all
Start up tab> disable all Click apply then Ok, Do not restart your computer(It may start with Explorer).
Check if anything is gets Starts with Explorer
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\Current
version\Winlogon
Set Shell = Explorer.exe (if values looks like "Exlorer.exe avop.exe", then remove
everything other than Explorer.exe)
Search
Now search for "*.exe" file in all hard disk partitions with "Search Hidden files and
Folders" option enabled.
Delete all the executable with icon as folder icon.
Restart your computer and enjoy.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Hybrid car
The Ford Escape Hybrid, launched in 2004, is a gas-electric hybrid powered version of the Ford Escape SUV developed by the Ford Motor Company. Built in Kansas City, Missouri, it was the first hybrid SUV to hit the market.
A hybrid vehicle is a vehicle that uses two or more distinct power sources to propel the vehicle.
Hybrid versions can be identified by the "Hybrid" badges on the front driver's and passenger's doors as well as on the tailgate. In addition, the driver's side window in the cargo area is smaller in size in order to accommodate a ventilation slot for the high voltage battery.
The Escape hybrid is a "full" hybrid electric system, meaning the system can switch automatically between pure electric power, pure gasoline engine power, or a combination of electric battery and gasoline engine operating together, for maximum performance and efficiency at all speeds and loads. When braking or decelerating, the Escape's hybrid system uses regenerative braking, where the electric drive motor becomes a generator, converting the vehicle's momentum back to electricity for storage in the batteries. With 155 hp (116 kW), the Hybrid Escape has nearly the same acceleration performance as the conventional 200 hp (150 kW) V6 Escape.
Performance
The Escape Hybrid's 133 horsepower (99 kW) gasoline I4 engine and 94 hp (70 kW) electric motor combine to give performance similar to the 200 hp (150 kW) V6 engine commonly used in the regular Escape. The hybrid is said to give approximately 75% greater efficiency. Unlike conventional vehicles, hybrids often achieve better figures in the city because they do not waste power idling and can recover some power when stopping that would be wasted on a conventional vehicle.
The Escape Hybrid can accelerate up to approximately 39 miles per hour (63 km/h) on electric. A maximum distance of 1.5 miles (2.4 km) - 1.8 miles (2.9 km) can be performed on electric before the batteries will discharge and the gasoline will restart. Electric mode does not perform as well when below 50 degrees F (10 °C), and performance degrades as outside temperature drops further.
The Escape Hybrid gives a top speed of 102 mph (163 km/h).
A hybrid vehicle is a vehicle that uses two or more distinct power sources to propel the vehicle.
Hybrid versions can be identified by the "Hybrid" badges on the front driver's and passenger's doors as well as on the tailgate. In addition, the driver's side window in the cargo area is smaller in size in order to accommodate a ventilation slot for the high voltage battery.
The Escape hybrid is a "full" hybrid electric system, meaning the system can switch automatically between pure electric power, pure gasoline engine power, or a combination of electric battery and gasoline engine operating together, for maximum performance and efficiency at all speeds and loads. When braking or decelerating, the Escape's hybrid system uses regenerative braking, where the electric drive motor becomes a generator, converting the vehicle's momentum back to electricity for storage in the batteries. With 155 hp (116 kW), the Hybrid Escape has nearly the same acceleration performance as the conventional 200 hp (150 kW) V6 Escape.
Performance
The Escape Hybrid's 133 horsepower (99 kW) gasoline I4 engine and 94 hp (70 kW) electric motor combine to give performance similar to the 200 hp (150 kW) V6 engine commonly used in the regular Escape. The hybrid is said to give approximately 75% greater efficiency. Unlike conventional vehicles, hybrids often achieve better figures in the city because they do not waste power idling and can recover some power when stopping that would be wasted on a conventional vehicle.
The Escape Hybrid can accelerate up to approximately 39 miles per hour (63 km/h) on electric. A maximum distance of 1.5 miles (2.4 km) - 1.8 miles (2.9 km) can be performed on electric before the batteries will discharge and the gasoline will restart. Electric mode does not perform as well when below 50 degrees F (10 °C), and performance degrades as outside temperature drops further.
The Escape Hybrid gives a top speed of 102 mph (163 km/h).
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Indian TOY TRAINS
This is an unparalleled experience of exploring up the hills. If you have some time in you hand, then take a slow toy train up to the hill resorts of Shimla, Ooty (Udhagamandalam), Darjeeling or Matheran to enjoy every bit of the hill resorts. The toy trains operates on narrow-gauge tracks - henceforth the name toy trains. The toy trains were laid during the British era to link stations in the plains with the hill stations. All the routes offer a relaxing experience, where passengers takes the glimpse of the diverse mountain scenery at leisure hours
Some of the routes covered by toy trains are :
Kalka-Shimla
Kalka-Shimla Railway is a 2 ft 6 in (762 mm) narrow gauge railway in North-West India travelling along a mostly mountainous route from Kalka to Shimla. It is known for breathtaking views of the hills and surrounding villages, and for having the greatest incline over its 96km stretch.
The Kalka Shimla Railway runs through 103 tunnels. The longest tunnel is at Barog, and is named after the engineer in charge of construction.
The Kalka-Shimla Railway was built to connect Shimla, the summer capital of India during the British, with the Indian rail system. Now, Shimla is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh and Kalka is a town in the Panchkula district of Haryana. Spectacular scenery along the whole route, and the marvels of its construction, keeps the traveler on this line spell bound. On leaving Kalka, 656 meters (2,152 ft) above sea level, the railway enters the foothills and immediately commences its climb.
The Shivalik Deluxe Express
The Shivalik Palace exudes royalty. A tourist coach, it has elegant interiors with comfortable folding beds, cushioned chair, wall clock, dining table, dressing table, in brief everything that you require to make your journey luxurious. There is also a well equipped kitchen and a modern bathroom. With light music playing in the background, you can either enjoy reading a book or play a variety of indoor games to entertain yourself.
As for Shivalik Queen coach, it is specifically meant for the newly wed couple who wish to enjoy the beauty of the nature and privacy simultaneously. The coupes have elegantly curtained big windows for you to enjoy the scenery outside. Like the Shivalik Deluxe, the Shivalik Queen, too has wall to wall carpeting for generating a feeling of travelling in a luxurious environment.
Darjeeling Hill Railway
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, nicknamed the "Toy Train", is a 2 ft (610 mm) gauge narrow-gauge railway from Siliguri to Darjeeling in West Bengal, run by the Indian Railways.
It was built between 1879 and 1881 and is about 86 km long. The elevation level is from about 100 m at Siliguri to about 2,200 m at Darjeeling. It is still powered by a steam engine
Nilgiri Mountain Railway
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) connects the town of Mettupalayam with the hill station of Udagamandalam, in the Nilgiri Hills of southern India. Both towns are in the state of Tamil Nadu.
Matheran Railway
This 77-year-old line connects Neral (on the Mumbai-Pune line) to the resort of Matheran . The view of hills and plains unwraps as the sturdy little train starts up for the peaceful retreat. The train runs between sunrise and sunset, covering the distance in 1.5 hours.
Some of the routes covered by toy trains are :
Kalka-Shimla
Kalka-Shimla Railway is a 2 ft 6 in (762 mm) narrow gauge railway in North-West India travelling along a mostly mountainous route from Kalka to Shimla. It is known for breathtaking views of the hills and surrounding villages, and for having the greatest incline over its 96km stretch.
The Kalka Shimla Railway runs through 103 tunnels. The longest tunnel is at Barog, and is named after the engineer in charge of construction.
The Kalka-Shimla Railway was built to connect Shimla, the summer capital of India during the British, with the Indian rail system. Now, Shimla is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh and Kalka is a town in the Panchkula district of Haryana. Spectacular scenery along the whole route, and the marvels of its construction, keeps the traveler on this line spell bound. On leaving Kalka, 656 meters (2,152 ft) above sea level, the railway enters the foothills and immediately commences its climb.
The Shivalik Deluxe Express
The Shivalik Palace exudes royalty. A tourist coach, it has elegant interiors with comfortable folding beds, cushioned chair, wall clock, dining table, dressing table, in brief everything that you require to make your journey luxurious. There is also a well equipped kitchen and a modern bathroom. With light music playing in the background, you can either enjoy reading a book or play a variety of indoor games to entertain yourself.
As for Shivalik Queen coach, it is specifically meant for the newly wed couple who wish to enjoy the beauty of the nature and privacy simultaneously. The coupes have elegantly curtained big windows for you to enjoy the scenery outside. Like the Shivalik Deluxe, the Shivalik Queen, too has wall to wall carpeting for generating a feeling of travelling in a luxurious environment.
Darjeeling Hill Railway
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, nicknamed the "Toy Train", is a 2 ft (610 mm) gauge narrow-gauge railway from Siliguri to Darjeeling in West Bengal, run by the Indian Railways.
It was built between 1879 and 1881 and is about 86 km long. The elevation level is from about 100 m at Siliguri to about 2,200 m at Darjeeling. It is still powered by a steam engine
Nilgiri Mountain Railway
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) connects the town of Mettupalayam with the hill station of Udagamandalam, in the Nilgiri Hills of southern India. Both towns are in the state of Tamil Nadu.
Matheran Railway
This 77-year-old line connects Neral (on the Mumbai-Pune line) to the resort of Matheran . The view of hills and plains unwraps as the sturdy little train starts up for the peaceful retreat. The train runs between sunrise and sunset, covering the distance in 1.5 hours.
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