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Breathing life into broken things
Young visual artist Hazel Kamath uses discarded items for her artwork, which has caught the eye of many patrons of art
A mother-son collaboration rooted in Indian heritage
From royal eras to personal landscapes, Raseel Gujral Ansal’s Inscape is a confluence of past and present, art and design and her collection is a window to the soul of India
Depicting the history of ‘coming out’ through the lens
Indo-Canadian photographer Sunil Gupta is back in the Capital, where he was born and raised, to showcase his documentation of the pride movement in London
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‘Alive, but every organ failing’: GN Saibaba’s painful 10 years behind bars
Surviving a decade-long incarceration, the disabled former professor of Delhi University reveals harrowing details of systemic failures in prison healthcare
Donor who gave hands to an amputee, also lends lease of life to four others
Meena Mehta, the donor, had already asked for her organs to be donated a month before her death
The lives of city’s gardeners not a bed of roses
Workers at the Rose Garden, Nehru Park and Tulip Garden, which are located in Lutyens’ Delhi, say they are leading a hard life with low income besides dealing with the lack of toilets and shelters
National School of Drama helped shape my career: Chittaranjan Tripathy
In an exclusive interview with Patriot on World Theatre Day, Chittaranjan Tripathy, who starred in ‘Yodha’ and ‘Bhakshak’ and is currently NSD’s director, attributes his success to his training at the National School of Drama
We deal with most sensitive topics in most insensitive ways: Iqbal Azad
Noted television actor Iqbal Azad says daily soaps do not invest enough in perfection and provide no space to improve skills
Wish big banners and stars make low-budget, meaningful films: Onir
The filmmaker, who recently made ‘Pine Cone’ which is themed on queer community, wants actors and producers to also focus on films that can send across a message to the society
The league of extraordinary basketball fans
Five alumni of the Hindu College have joined hands to start a basketball league for college-going students; the second edition this year was a success thanks to increase in teams and sponsors
Rugby hits top gear with results, growing interest
The formation of Rugby Association of Delhi has been a shot in the arm for the sport as the game has percolated beyond the four clubs and moved to grassroots
I-League: Delhi FC defeats Gokulam Kerala FC by 2-0
Following the win, Delhi FC are now seventh on the table with 26 points from 21 games. Gokulam Kerala are in fifth spot with 36 points from 22 matches
Rishabh Pant appointed Delhi Capitals captain for IPL 2024
Rishabh Pant missed cricketing action for 14 months after suffering a horrific car accident in December 2022
The monumental and enduring narratives of Delhi’s sculptures unveil a mosaic of stories, struggles, and triumphs, while also telling a story of gender gap in stone and clay
Curtain falls on Alpana Cinema
An FIR was registered under the Indian Penal Code section 363 (kidnapping) at the Sabzi Mandi Railway police station, police said
Trans Employment Mela: Transgender people get a shot at respectable jobs
With over 200 candidates pouring in, the employment fair also discovered the entrepreneurs among them
Dance like a man: Male Indian classical performers demand empathy
In the mesmerising world of Indian classical dance, where grace meets tradition and storytelling transcends time, male dancers often find themselves navigating through a labyrinth of societal stigma and prejudice. Their journey is not just about mastering intricate movements or perfecting expressions; it’s a battle against stereotypes, online trolling, and systemic biases that threaten to […]
Uttarakhand’s all-women band breaking glass ceiling
Swati Singh took up music after switching careers, and created an All-Women band ‘Womeniya’ against all odds
Delhi’s statues tell a tale of missing women icons
The monumental and enduring narratives of Delhi’s sculptures unveil a mosaic of stories, struggles, and triumphs, while also telling a story of gender gap in stone and clay
Celebrating Mulla Nasruddin day
The event promises an evening filled with laughter as Surender Sharma, a well-known Indian poet, writer, and humourist, takes the stage
Vaidik: A solo exhibition by Shekhar Ranjan Dutta
In order to expand his horizons and reach out to art connoisseurs in Delhi, artist Shekhar Ranjan Dutta is exhibiting his paintings at Lalit Kala Academy from March 29 to April 4
Shriram Shankarlal Music Festival
It is one of the oldest in the country that celebrates Indian Classical Music by presenting extraordinary performances by legends and blooming talent in the realm
Within, Without : A solo exhibition by Ranjan Kaul
A dominant theme in the show is the predicament of women, particularly those belonging to the oppressed groups, given their lack of choice and autonomy and absence of agency
World’s smallest chef Le Petit enthrals audience at Shangri-La Eros
The show is an extraordinary fusion of theatre and dining as the world’s smallest chef, along with his friends, takes you to an immersive experience
Thandai Panna Cotta and Kanji Vada, Delhi’s chefs share their favourite Holi cuisines
The integral part of Holi is the making of sweets, namkeens, and deep-fried snacks. Here are a few favourite festive cuisines
Sustainable eating: Reshaping food for a better future
The Centre for Science and Environment has launched First Food series through which environmentalists and chefs explain the profound impact of food choices on personal health and global well-being
Shangri-La Eros unveils new menu at its Italian restaurant
The hotel management said guests are invited to immerse themselves in an unparalleled experience that promises to tantalise the senses and create lasting memories
‘People love breeds, not animals’
Animal activist Manavi Rai, who quit her job to focus on helping animals, says people adopt foreign breeds only to abandon them later; wants people to go for desi breeds
Depicting the history of ‘coming out’ through the lens
Indo-Canadian photographer Sunil Gupta is back in the Capital, where he was born and raised, to showcase his documentation of the pride movement in London
A mother-son collaboration rooted in Indian heritage
From royal eras to personal landscapes, Raseel Gujral Ansal’s Inscape is a confluence of past and present, art and design and her collection is a window to the soul of India
Kiran Nadar: Indian art’s first lady
Art collector and philanthropist says the Padma Shri comes as recognition for her 30 years of work in democratising art
Election Museum: Cherishing India’s electoral legacy
The museum at Kashmere Gate is an ideal place to learn about the evolution of the world’s largest democracy
New Delhi’s Central Park blossoms with two-day flower festival
Boasting an impressive array of diverse flowers and plants, the city has its residents in for a spring surprise. To bring attention to horticulture and greenery, floral animals also adorned the festival
Delhi’s Jurassic Park captivates children
The Waste-to-Wonder Dinosaur Park at Sarai Kale Khan is a one-of-a-kind and charms children and older people alike
Delhi Police woman contingent highlights Republic Day celebrations
India celebrated its 75th Republic Day with fervour and the event was graced by the presence of French President Emmanuel Macron as the chief guest