Sector 100 Noida
Boulevard & Espacia Noida Broadcast Editors
Oonjal- the Swing!
Visitors to our house visit our Pooja room. As they enter, they see the majestic Oonjal- Malayalam word for “Swing”. At 7 feet long, 2 feet wide, 2 inches thick…
Scoop the Poop
Life forms on this planet are spiritual beings having a physical experience. Man is supposedly the most evolved of these beings having a fully developed mind. The plant kingdom can…
Queues Are Not My Thing
Our colony recently had their RWA organised Karwachauth mela. No, this article is not about that. I have mixed feelings towards that and therefore would refrain from writing about that….
संरक्षण का जरूरतमंद!
और फिर एक बार, हमारे पास, एक डरा, थका, छोटा सा पंछी आ पहुंचा। संरक्षण का जरूरतमंद! जब ये अपनी मां से बिछुड़ कर आते हैं, तब यह बेबी बर्ड…
Rethinking Tradition: Beyond One-Day Gestures of Respect
Navratri is a time of reverence for the divine feminine, celebrated with fervour across India. Central to this is Kanjak Pujan, where young girls are invited, symbolizing the goddess herself. It’s a…
Espacia Brings In Holi with Enjoyable Events!
On Sunday, 24 March, a children’s drawing competition was organised by Dr Surbhi under Batteesee Dental – an oral health initiative. The judges and the Guest of Honour were Mamta…
Holika Dahan And Pre – Holi Bash in Boulevard
On Sunday, 24 March evening,our AOA, in association with the Cultural Committee, organised a fun – filled event with residents coming forward with their poetry and modern satire – based…
Rang Aur Gulaal
Espacians enjoy the Holi celebration in our society. It is a two-day festival celebrated with great joy in India and other countries as well. It is a colourful festival with…
Rajni Yadav –Our Trekking Advocate
When we think about calmness, mountains often come to our mind. Mountains have always been an integral part of Indian culture and history whether as Lord Shiva’s home or as…
Springing Beauties All Around
Springtime always brings a lot of colours coming to life… As life wakes up from its long and dull wintery stupor, new leaves begin to emerge, lots and lots of…
Rumours And Astrology
Did you know no matter how many vrats you do or charities you keep doing, you can still be subject to tough life circumstances, only by gossiping and bad mouthing…
LB Summer Indoor Sports Meet 2024
The Summer Indoor Sports Meet concluded successfully. It saw participation from 249 residents in seven disciplines. The seven disciplines were badminton, billiards, carrom, squash, swimming, table tennis and volleyball. The…
The Art of Empathetic Listening
The art of listening with empathy and in a non-judgmental manner is fast becoming extinct like the various species in the world of fauna and flora! Listening has been reduced…
उत्तराखंड परिवार (लोटस बुलेवर्ड) द्वारा होलीकोत्सव 2024 का आगाज।
गत वर्षों की तरह इस वर्ष भी लोटस बुलेवर्ड उत्तराखंड परिवार द्वारा दिनांक 15 मार्च 2024 को पूरे धूमधाम के साथ होलीकोत्सव 2024 का शुभारंभ किया गया। शुभारंभ करते हुए…
Saga Of A Lost Battle
जमाने ने मारे जवान कैसे-कैसे! इतिहास गवाह है कि हम जब भी बाहरी आक्रान्ताओं से हारे तो उसका कारण न तो हमारे सैनिकों में शौर्य की कमी थी न गिनती…
होला-मोहल्ला
जहां सिख कौम के शौर्य के किस्से मशहूर हैं, वहाँ दरियादिली में भी वो हमेशा आगे रहे। हीर-रांझा और सोनी-महिवाल के सीने में प्रेम और शांति के साथ-साथ फौलाद भी…
अपनी होली तो
अपनी होली तो जितनी होनी थी, होली है।कुर्ता पाजामा, अंगिया चोली, हंसी ठिठोली सबधो ली है। रती रती, चुटकी सारी खर्च दी होली है।सूखी पत्ती किसी किताब की, किसी किताब…
Noida Flower Show
March was that time of the year when Noida donned its most vibrant attire and celebrated the beauty of nature at the Noida Flower Show. Hosted by the Noida Floriculture…
Exploring Diverse Examination Patterns
Insights from Students of AOH: Education systems worldwide offer varying examination formats, each with unique challenges and advantages. Let’s delve into the experiences of students from different boards to understand…
Ritu Lumba (D-326) Ace Golfer Has Added Another Feather to her Hat!
Ritu Lumba (D-326) ace golfer has added another feather to her hat where her Delhi golf club team won the Neelu Chopra golf tournament at Chandigarh golf course. Total of…
Espacia Celebrates the International Women’s Day
The International Women’s Day on 8 March is a day when women are recognised for their achievements in all fields be it national, linguistic, cultural, economic or political. We Espacians…
Women’s Day Celebration In Boulevard
A wonderful programme was organised on Saturday, 9 March in the back lawns behind T18. The cultural committee members Fatima Khanam, Reena Chibber, Roopa Sharma ji, Khusboo and the AOA…
BrahmaKumaris’ Event & MahaShivratri in Boulevard
This is the time to awaken from darkness and connect with God. MahaShivratri is not for one day but for a whole period of a lifetime. Churning positive thoughts in…
Our Talented Tiny Tots
Espacia commemorated the International Women’s Day where one of its youngest stall makers Shaanvi (5 years) and Aanvi (6years) set up a lemonade stall replete with homemade cookies, brownies and fun…
Veterans in Conversation
It remains essential to pay homage to the sacrifices and unwavering commitment of our veterans who have dutifully served in the armed forces. Two veterans from Espacia, Group Captain Shailesh…
An Incredible Gym Trainer Who Transforms Lives Through Passion And Dedication
When you enter the Boulevard gym, a smiling face gracefully welcomes you. This is Sunil Sharma, the gym trainer, who is motivating the Lotarians almost from the time the gym…
Amit Gandotra: A Jewel Of A Friend Lost For Ever
The news of Sushant Singh Rajput’s and VG Siddh-artha’s untimely demises jolted many but when death suddenly snatches a dear friend, the senses refuse to accept it as real! Same…
Mahashivratri Celebration: A Spiritual Journey
Mahashivratri celebrates the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It holds significance for millions. 1. Mahashivratri offers a time for meditation, aiding devotees in connecting with their inner selves….
An Appeal
Anubha Gupta (T37-901) is raising funds for her house help Reena’s surgery. Reena has been working for six+ years in Espacia. She has three children to care for. She needed…
एस्पाशिया में महाशिवरात्रि
8 मार्च, शुक्रवार को महाशिवरात्रि के शुभ अवसर पर नवनिर्मित मंदिर ‘शिवशक्ति धाम’ में पूजा, जलाभिषेक और श्रृंगार किया गया। शाम 4 से 7 बजे तक भजन संध्या का भी…
अयोध्या के राम लल्ला की धूम लोटस बुलेवार्ड में
500 वर्ष की प्रतीक्षा एवं 30 वर्ष के संघर्ष के बाद 22 जनवरी 2024 को जब पूरा विश्व अयोध्या में राम लल्ला के विराजमान होने पर राम-मय हो रहा था,…
Pran Pratishtha
Temples are considered one of the most important places in Hinduism. They are seen as a sacred place to worship and connect with the Gods. Monday, 22 January was declared…
Espacia Celebrates India’s 75th Republic Day
We celebrated Republic Day with patriotic sentiments and deep love for the country. The newly formed cultural committee headed by Santosh Dubey and AOA president Sudha Sharma, organised two remarkable…
Is Mischief A Sign Of Intelligence Or Defiance?
My teachers, and parents of some of my friends, tell my parents that Atharva is a very mischievous boy! My parents just smile and thank those who commented on me….
Thak Thank Gang Around You?
Our society is a peaceful dwelling for most of us. During the initial years, we have all endured the hammering, scraping, drilling, painting and assorted noises as more residents moved…
Celebrating Indian Republic Day, the Lotus Boulevard Way: A Community that Embraces Unity
Boulevard, a thriving residential community, becomes a microcosm of national pride and unity every year on 26 January as it comes together to celebrate Republic Day. Residents join hands to…
The Pleasures & Pains of Growing up with Cousins
My cousins and I live in the same society and even attend the same school. This results in a lot of caring and sharing. We meet at either of the…
My Amazing Winter Vacation
I am a little girl who loves the wonderful things that this world has to offer. My hobbies are dancing, acting, & reading. Recently, I have started learning music. This…
Balloon Street
A recent development on the Hazipur Road across Espacia and Boulevard is the balloon seller selling shiny balloons of different cartoon characters like pokemon. They line up on the footpath…
Butterflies Perform at Noida Haat
Our vibrant dance troupe comprising little girls, better known as Butterflies of Espacia, performed at the Noida Utsav SIDBI Svaavlamban Mela held at the Noida Haat from 2-4 February. They…
Welcoming the New Espacia AOA
An AOA committee looks after the administration and management of a condominium including the apartments, facilities & common areas. Espacia too has an AOA committee that works to the best…
My Journey from LB-Swings to Delhi State Champion
I am Akanksha, a 10-year-old who entered the fascinating Table Tennis world when I was just seven! When other kids played hide and seek and, on the swings, I would…
An Elder Sibling: A Blessing?
Some children feel that being the single child or a grandchild has loads of advantages: undivided love of parents, uncles, aunts and grandparents. Even gifts and all goodies are not…
My Memorable Visit to Wonderland: A Healthy Experience
There is an amazing place I have been visiting for the last couple of years & I recommend it to all. A visit to the farm, ‘Pluck to Home’, five-six…
Lotus Espacia Celebrates Armed Forces Veterans Day
14 January is commemorated as the Armed Forces Veterans Day as a mark of respect and recognition for the services rendered by Field Marshall KM Cariappa, the first Indian Chief…
Lotus Boulevard Celebrates New Year’s Eve
As we leave the past year behind and step into the fresh possibilities of a new one, it’s natural to feel a mix of emotions: excitement, hope, maybe even a…
Towards Another Year
The celebration of a New Year in the month of January, named after Janus, the God of Gates and Doorways, is considered a symbol of beginnings, new hopes and good…
अयोध्या के राम
22 जनवरी 2024 को अयोध्या में हो रही प्रभु राम की प्राण-प्रतिष्ठा को मंदिर में बहुत ही धूमधाम से मनाया जाएगा। इसका सीधा प्रसारण मंदिर में होगा (12.29 पर दूरदर्शन…
A Friendly Table Tennis Tournament
LB Sports Admirers organised a set of friendly table tennis matches on 30 and 31 December 2023. There were 14 participants, with doubles matches being organised on the first day…
Golden Jubilee Celebration
Mrs Kamla Panwar and Mr Anand Singh Panwar (Tower 2, 104) celebrated their 50th marriage anniversary on Friday, 15 December 2023 with fun and fanfare, along with their children, relatives and…
Lo Aa Gayi Lohri Ve!
The festival of Lohri holds great significance as it marks the harvest of Rabi crops and the end of winter days, welcoming the sun to the northern hemisphere. It was…
Makar Sankranti Ann – Daan
The Shiv Shakti Dham Mandir Trust Lotus Espacia distributed food material on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti on Sunday, 14 January 2024. Residents donated peanuts, revdi, rice, moong dal…
Guru Ka Langar at Espacia
On the occasion of Guru Nanak Prakash Utsav, Sukhmani Sahib Group and some sewadars from Espacia joined hands to arrange langar Sewa for housekeeping staff and society helpers on Saturday,…
Guru Nanak Jayanti Celebrated In Boulevard On A Grand Scale
Guru Nanak Jayanti, also popularly known as Gurpurab, is the most important festival for the followers of the religion of Sikhism. It is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of…
Indiaaa… India!
The game of cricket for Indians is like an addiction. From Gully-Cricket in small communities to Box Cricket Leagues, the Indian Premier League, and the World Cup, one can find…
Tulsi Vivah at Espacia
Chaturmaas is a stipulated period of four months when Lord Vishnu, the Preserver from the Trinity, goes in Yoga Nidra. Dev Uthani Ekadashi marks the end of this period when…
Lotus Boulevard Club – Planet Lotier Entrance Revamp
The park facing entrance of Lotus Boulevard’s club – Planet Lotier needed a revamp for a long time. The entrance was dimly lit with plain walls that often fell prey…
तलवारों के बिना भी योद्धा
सुरक्षा गार्ड चोरी, संपत्ति की क्षति को रोकने और अवांछित तत्वों को किसी विशेष क्षेत्रा में प्रवेश करने से रोककर समाज, स्कूल या कंपनी की अखंडता और प्रतिष्ठा की रक्षा…
Boulevard Celebrates Chhath Maha Parv
The Purvanchalees residing in LB celebrated Maha Parv Chhath on Saturday, 18 November with great pomp and enthusiasm. This celebration started at the community level three years back when our…
Non-Resident Residents
Every day as we surf through the multitude of WhatsApp groups that abound in the virtual space of our societies, we come across numerous types of posts. Some are informational,…
DeepDaan During Damodarastakam
DeepDaan in Century Apartment temple was organised on Wednesday, 22 November evening, an initiative by Archana Babbar and Narender Babbar (Dikshit name Naam Swaroop Das) (T16 – 1402), eminent ISKCON…
Autumn Magic
You can experience autumnal magic in the neighbourhood thanks to the presence of Lagerstroemia speciosa, also called Jarul or Pride of India. The leaves have started turning into shades of…
A Grand Dussehra Celebration at Lotus Boulevard
Lotus Boulevard celebrated the nine-day festival of Dussehra with three equally impressive events: Mata ki Chowki, Dandiya Night and Ram Leela. Mata ki Chowki was held on Thursday, 19 October,…
Deep Utsav Illuminates Espacia
Diwali is the only Indian festival that believes in announcing its advent with Elan. Its grandeur never fails to mesmerize us because weeks before actual Diwali, one can feel the…
Stores Cannot Charge You For Branded Carry Bags
The humble carry bag, a basic necessity, has of late become a chargeable article, at some stores, much to my chagrin. A carry bag really, is an accessory the store…
Dance: A Synchrony of Joy and Rhythm
As far as I can remember, the rhythm of dance has been a constant in my life; maybe much before I was born! When I was a little girl, I…
Devotion with Passion
Dandiya originated from Gujarat and took over almost all of India, especially the metropolitan cities like Delhi and Mumbai. Many parts of the world too observe this dance form during…
Fog or Smog?
When the smoke took over the skies as soon as November began, all of us knew what was in store for us. Headlines showing the toxic air quality, schools being…
Management of Glass Waste
Glassware and other glass articles are regularly used in households and contribute to our waste once broken or when not in use. The ceramic dishes adorning your dining table or…
Sunderkand Path at Espacia Temple
The founding stone for Espacia temple was laid down on Wednesday, 2 November 2022. To commemorate this auspicious ‘Mandir Sthapna Diwas’, the Mandir management committee comprising Seema Goswami, Deepak Verma,…
Light(en) Up
Sticky like tar, dark like the night, oftentimes grief and loneliness aren’t easy to scrub off from our being. There is an isolation that is felt intensely in those gut…
Lotus Boulevard Sanskritik Samity Celebrates Durgotsav
Lotus Boulevard Sanskritik Samity(LBSS) comprises a group of residents who are deeply connected with the culture of Bengal and with India’s one of the largest community-driven festivals, Durga Pooja. As…
The Spooky One
Halloween originated around 2000 yrs. ago. Celtic people in Europe believed that on the night before the new year, the boundary between the worlds of the living and the dead…
India Indiaaaa!
To cheer team India in the ongoing cricket world cup, both Boulevard and Espacia organised a special live match screen for the residents. In Espacia, a big screen was set…
Prabhakar Bhardwaj Becomes President of LBAOA
In accordance with the instructions of the District Registrar, a special meeting was called on Thursday, 28 September, wherein the required quorum was not met. Therefore, a special GBM was…
An Instagram Channel For Noida
Your neighbourhood news magazine Samvada is initiating an Instagram channel for Noida that’ll talk about Noida Happening, Places, Weekend Hot Spots, Activities, Personalities and more!
A Passionate Educator Amidst Us
In this edition, it gives me immense pleasure to introduce you to Ms. Bharti Sharma who resides in Espacia (Tower 35/ 1501). She is the Senior Director Academics with the…
The Lotus Boulevard Radhe Krishan Temple
The Lotus Boulevard Radhe Krishan Temple has been a part of the residents’ lives for a long time. Its origin can be traced back to the days when our society…
Meet Uma and Shibu: Pride of India and Noida
It’s been a remarkable year for India, featuring achievements such as Chandrayaan 3 and the G20 New Delhi summit… Our nation has stood out on the global stage. The G20…
The Whatsapp Etiquette
In today’s modern times we are all a part of a cultured and civilised society and are expected to do certain things and follow certain norms in order to be…
Plogging: The New Global Movement
Plogging is a new global movement that originated in Sweden. The word ‘plogging’ is formed by combining the Swedish phrase ‘plocka upp’ (pick up) and the English word ‘jogging’. Plogging…
Being Lonely
Loneliness has always been a curse. It is more so in times of internet, fast – paced life and uncaring children. This being lonely bug bites not only old but…
Car Safety for Kids
With cars getting safer for adults (3-point seat belts with pretensioners, airbags, ADAS etc.) we ignore the safety for our kids while travelling. Without being restraint, even the safest car…
Celebrations Galore!
Espacia residents can look forward for fun and joy filled nights on Sunday, 22 October (Dandiya Night) and Friday, 3 November (Diwali celebration). Get ready to enjoy with sumptuous cuisine,…
Espacia Betterment Update
The Espacia AOA has undertaken a few development and improvement steps. One has been a fountain installation between towers 38 and 37 for beautifying the society. Also, a water cooler…
Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations in Espacia
‘‘गणपती बाप्पा मोरया, पुढच्या वर्षी लवकर या’’ This chant regarded to Lord Ganesha is quite common during the months of August – September. This year, on Tuesday, 19 September, Espacians…
Espacia General Body Meeting
A general body meeting was held on Sunday, 8 October at 11 AM near the club area. A few agenda items discussed were Audit report; All towers painting and repair…
A Mission Extraordinary!
The smooth and successful landing of Chandrayaan 3 was a Herculean task. Every Indian was waiting for it with bated breath. A big salute to all the scientists who worked…
An Instagram Channel For Noida
Your neighbourhood news magazine Samvada is initiating an Instagram channel for Noida that’ll talk about Noida Happening, Places, Weekend Hot Spots, Activities, Personalities and more!
Haathi, Ghoda, Paalki…
Jai Kanhaiya Lal Ki! Like every year, Boulevard celebrated its Janmashtami festivities in front of the temple. This lovely event was organized by the LB Radhe Krishna temple volunteers. It…
Espacians Step In For the Late Munne Singh
Munne Singh – A name less known but his presence felt in the beautiful greenery of Espacia’s lawns and gardens. He was an integral part of our horticulture team for…
The Power of a Positive Mind Set!
I had never imagined that I would be a Poster Boy in the upcoming 2023 Delhi Half Marathon. This is a real trophy for my positive mindset, willpower and hard…
Jai Shree Krishna!
Janmashtami is a festival celebrated among Hindu devotees across the world. On this day, we welcome Lord Krishna in our homes by decorating our little Krishna idols with beautiful new…
I Discovered The Writer In Me Through ‘Undiscovered’
I am 10 years old and a student of class 5! I have always been impressed by the names of different authors and have dreamt of seeing my name as…
Teej Celebration In Lotus Boulevard
A Teej event was planned and organised by the Cultural Committee in association with LBAOA4, on Saturday 19 August evening on the second floor of LB Club Lotier. Seema Narang…
Unite For A Better World By The Thread Of Human Values!
The revered Swami Deepankar Ji Maharaj, an enlightened sage of this era, graced our society and participated in the weekly recitation of the Hanuman Chalisa on Tuesday, 22 August. Swami…
News Distortion
A resident found the morning newspaper in an absolutely tattered condition. The resident complained that the stray dogs were responsible for this. Another resident mentioned in a lighter vein that usually it is the…
77th Independence Day Celebration at Boulevard
This year our nation proudly celebrated its 77th Independence day. Every year we collectively feel proud of our nation’s independence; we try to show it in small ways throughout the nation…
Espacia Celebrates Independence Day
On 15 August, we proudly celebrated our 77th Independence Day, marking 76 years of freedom. To make this day even more special, to instil a sense of patriotism in the younger…
Lata Agarwal on Energy Vampires-Do You Know them?Very well put. Nice read. The title is very attractive
Shalini Barman on Singhal Family – Keeping the Tradition AliveCongratulations to the Ayushi & Akanksha 💐💕 
S M on Simmi Nanda, our Shark Tank EntrepreneurBest wishes. God bless 🙌 
sujata chaturvedi on “Are You Ok?”, “Do You Need Any Help?”, “Can I Do Something For You?”Very well written and much needed. Kudos for raising such
Amolakh Nath Segal on ‘Do Not Disturb’ Only on PaperThere is a dnd app which you are supposed to
Prabha Aggarwal on ‘Do Not Disturb’ Only on PaperThank you for bringing up this very annoying and disturbing
Archana Sharma on Happy Children’s Day!So true ❤Beautiful narration 
suman kashyap on Happy Children’s Day!Well said , Hum sub toh abhi bhi bache hain