Idrees Bukhtiyar
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Urdu’s fading presence: A language at a crossroads
Despite a decline over the years, renewed efforts aim to revive the language in Delhi
Sukhwinder Singh on Chaiyya Chaiyya, AR Rahman, and the soul of singing
The singer opens up about his iconic songs, creative process, and why music is a form of prayer for him
Delhi: Children take the center stage in theatre scene
Workshops led by the Urdu Academy and the National School of Drama are sparking a theatre revival
Magic of QSQT still lives on, says Udit Narayan
The celebrated playback singer talks about how Papa Kehte Hain from the 1988 film Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak changed his life
Delhi: Fight to reclaim monuments goes on
Only two of nine protected sites freed despite notices and demolitions
Vijay Raaz reflects on Run and the evolution of comedy in Hindi cinema
‘Kauwya Biryani’ made Ganesh a cult favourite, says actor
Shalimar Bagh: From a forgotten forest to a cultural gem
Once a forgotten forest, the Mughal-era retreat is now a vibrant space of culture, community, and quiet revival
Chowman marks 15 years with The Great Asian Food Festival across 4 Indian cities
What makes this festival unique is its thoughtfully curated mix of iconic and lesser-known dishes—crafted to evoke a sense of nostalgia and discovery