‘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

  • 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

    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

    ‘Immortal Tales, Fantastical Fables’ : A solo exhibition by Debjani Bhardwaj

    The inspiration behind this exhibition are the animals in Panchatantra tales and the human-animal hybrids in Arabian folk tales

    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

    Airplanes to Pods: Delhi’s food scene takes off in distinct ways

    Innovative concepts are being introduced by food entrepreneurs and restaurants to attract the young and wealthy in the Capital

    ‘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