Nainital, with its crisp mountain air and charming ... Now, here’s the thing: I had never seen snow in my life. The very mention of it turned me into an overgrown child, giddy with excitement.

The water level of the Naini Lake, considered the lifeline of Nainital, has dropped to 4.7 feet, the lowest in five years, causing concern among residents and the authorities. Scanty rain and snowfall ...