Daily Archives: 21/09/2025

Mrs. Katoch, the history teacher of St Thomas school, dehradun

In the misty hills of Dehradun, where the Doon Valley whispers secrets of the past, St. Thomas’ High School stood as a bastion of learning for generations. Amid its echoing corridors and chalk-dusted classrooms, one figure loomed large in the memories of countless students: Mrs. Katoch, the indomitable history teacher whose passion for the annals […]

The Enigmatic Mrs. P. Upadhyaya: A Hindi Teacher’s Tale from St. Thomas School

In the misty hills of Dehradun, nestled within the hallowed halls of St. Thomas School, there once roamed a figure who embodied the quirky clash of cultures in an English-medium institution. Mrs. P. Upadhyaya, our beloved—or sometimes bewildering—Hindi teacher, was a woman of middle height, with a wheatish complexion that glowed softly under the classroom […]

The Unforgettable Mr. Moses: A Towering Figure from St. Thomas’ High School

In the misty foothills of Dehradun, where the Himalayas whisper secrets to the pines, stood St. Thomas’ High School—a bastion of discipline, dreams, and the occasional dash for freedom on the football field. It was here, in the 1970s and ’80s, that Mr. Moses reigned as the school’s Physical Training Instructor (PTI), a man whose […]

History of St. Thomas’ College, Dehradun

St. Thomas’ College (STC), Dehradun, stands as one of Uttarakhand’s oldest and most esteemed educational institutions, embodying over a century of commitment to holistic learning in the shadow of the Himalayas. Founded in 1916 during the British colonial era, the school has evolved from a modest day school serving the children of European and Anglo-Indian […]

The Enigmatic Equation of Mr. P.S. Dhillon: A Life in Chalk and Theorems

In the foothills of Dehradun, where the Himalayas whisper secrets to the pine-scented air, St. Thomas’ College has stood as a bastion of learning since 1916—a co-educational haven blending British rigor with Indian warmth. Amid its echoing corridors and sun-dappled quadrangles, one man etched his legend not with grand gestures, but with the quiet precision […]

The Inspiring Journey of Mrs. Cherry Jain: From Classroom Crusader to School Visionary

In the misty hills of Dehradun, where the Doon Valley whispers secrets through its pine trees, Mrs Cherry Jain emerged as a beacon of education, blending grace, grit, and a touch of glamour into her remarkable life. Born into a Christian family, Cherry’s early years were steeped in the rhythms of hymns and community gatherings. […]

Javed Naim Agrewala: Biography

Javed Naim Agrewala is a prominent Indian immunologist renowned for his groundbreaking research in infectious diseases, particularly tuberculosis (TB), vaccine development, and immunology. 35 Born on May 14, 1961, in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India, he has made significant contributions to understanding immune responses and developing novel vaccination strategies. 45 His work has earned him prestigious […]

Notable alumni of sn medical college agra

Notable alumni of st thomas school dehradun Notable Alumni from Wikipedia Based on available information, the following individuals are listed as notable alumni of Sarojini Naidu Medical College, Agra: Alumni Listed on the Official College Website The official website of Sarojini Naidu Medical College provides a list of alumni, many of whom have contributed significantly […]

Miss Thakar Das: A Portrait of a No-Nonsense Biology Educator

Miss Thakar Das was a memorable fixture in the hallowed halls of St. Thomas’ College in Dehradun, Uttarakhand—a venerable institution founded in 1916 to nurture young minds in the shadow of the Himalayan foothills. For many years, she served as the biology teacher, guiding (or, as some might diplomatically say, occasionally prodding) students through the […]

Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

In 1930, a 19-year-old physics student from Madras named Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar boarded a ship bound for England. He had won a scholarship through brilliance and determination, carrying little more than paper, books, and an untamed mind. The voyage was not kind. Isolated by prejudice, other passengers kept their distance, leaving him to silence and solitude. […]