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Blurring Borders Through Art
Italian artist Tarshito Stippoli paints a vision of unity beyond boundaries, one brushstroke at a time
A deep dive into Indian culture and heritage
Art historian Alka Pande’s set of books showcase country’s heritage through 14 disciplines like art, architecture, objects, and crafts among others
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
Sanitation worker’s suicide sparks row in the MCD
Dhananjay, a worker who allegedly died by suicide, blamed his seniors for forcing him to pay bribe in exchange of permanent position
Students left in the lurch after Daryaganj school shuts down
Frustrated parents seek admission for their wards in other schools in far-flung areas as new academic session knocks on the door
‘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
Writing for Amar Singh Chamkila was a challenge: Irshad Kamil
Speaking about his collaborations with Imtiaz Ali and AR Rahman, the lyricist said that their friendship is more like technicians who appreciate each other
Original songs should remain untouched, says lyricist Shellee
The lyricist, who has written songs for Dev D, Udta Punjab and Manmarziyan, feels that the practice of adding lyrics to the original tracks is disrespectful
Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s ‘12th Fail’ first to get subsidy from Delhi govt
Subsidies to Indian films including all regional films and foreign films will be based on the points scored in the scoring system. The maximum points are 40/44 (depending on Indian/foreign film production) and the minimum eligible points are 20
Make in India: Gymnast takes up manufacturing kits
However, the problem of “not having good quality playing kits in India” had a lasting impact on Ritika Kulshreshtha and she decided to set up her own unit to support the female gymnastics fraternity in India
IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals beat Rajasthan Royals by 20 runs
Delhi now joined Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Super Giants with 12 points each in a mid-table scramble for the playoffs
Gymnastics temple of North India
Dhoolsiras village in South West Delhi has become a hub of gymnastics for aspirants from NCR and neighbouring states; encouraged by the response, the owners are eyeing a foreign coach
A spectacle of sports at Youth National Games 2024
From rigorous selection at grassroots to star-studded collaboration, STAIRS Foundation’s debut ‘Youth National Games’ provides a mammoth platform for sports
ASI embarks on a meticulous journey to restore the historic tomb, discovered in the mid-20th century, blending architectural preservation with cultural revival in the lush Mehrauli Archaeological Park
Delights of Omaxe Chowk
VP’s house consigned to history
Numerous cases, including robbery and attempt to murder, were registered against victim at Jafrabad police station, they said
Hosting LGBTQ community members in Ramadan
Iqbal Ali and their team have organised special food walks during Ramadan to help those from various sexual minorities experience the holy month of fasting
No holding them back
A club called ‘City Girls Who Walk Delhi’ helps women to unwind and overcome stress by combining fitness, exploration, and networking through walks and activities
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….
Rupantar Panch Dashak: Five decades of printmaking
Printmaking, as an art form, is often underexplored within contemporary discourse. Despite its intricacies and dedicated practitioners, printmaking remains undervalued in comparison to other mediums
Rangeelo Rajasthan: Laal Maas to Ker Sangri, all in one plate
Under the resounding motif ‘Panch Rang Panch Nagar’, the festival’s theme draws inspiration from the architectural hues of these cities, celebrating their cultural and culinary vibrance
A Gala Musical Evening
This event will feature a unique mandolin orchestra comprising 14 talented musicians, culminating in a solo performance by the Mandolin Maestro himself
Kendra Dance Festival
Kendra Dance Festival brings the mythological tales of Meera, Karna and Parikrama
Artisan Ateliers for the sweet tooth
Savour the finest bakery delights and artisanal coffees at Artisan Ateliers, where every bite and sip smells divine and bursts into flavours
Chunky ‘Kaleji’, velvety ‘Dal Makhani’ sizzle at Radisson Blu Marina
A bite into the ‘Tandoori Chicken’ transports you to Punjab’s picturesque golden mustard fields and the ‘saag’ impresses with its rich texture at the Punjabi Food Festival
Aravali Kitchen offers ‘Himachali Dham’ to guests
The dinner features classic dishes from the hill state and is attracting guests in large numbers
Kauthig: A gala for the hills
The ‘Kauthig’ festival celebrates Uttarakhand’s untapped culinary riches that are fast disappearing from the public eye
‘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
Haridwar’s magical Ganga aarti now at the banks of Yamuna in Delhi
DDA’s initiative at Vasudev Ghat offers serene ‘aartis’ twice a week, revitalising riverfront ghats and rekindling residents’ connection with the Yamuna
Building bonds through Iftar at Jama Masjid
The 17th century mosque attracts families and groups, who gather to break their fast at sunset
Scarlet semal turns Delhi’s spring picture perfect
Amid the city’s hustle and bustle, Semal trees paint the town red with vibrant blossoms in Spring, offering a respite and a feast for the eyes, sometimes at the most unusual sights
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