Balancing act: Learning the ropes of slacklining

The fun has just begun for slackliners in the national capital. They don’t regard the sport as a demanding one, just love the feeling of belonging to a sporting community and of having a reason to be outdoors

In the dead of night, they ride their horses

Once a popular folk sport in the national capital, horse-riding has been reduced to a trickle. Enthusiasts keep the tradition alive secretly, often at night or the break of dawn. Patriot interacts with those involved in the game to know its many customs

Angry birds

A traditional sport whose origin finds a mention in age-old folklore, cockfighting is a game that garners equal criticism and fascination. Patriot interacts with those involved in the sport, as the game thrives despite its contested legality

The many aspects of the art of pottery

Pottery attracts people irrespective of their age or background. Apart from its therapeutic capabilities, the activity gives a sense of uniqueness. Patriot talks with Delhiites involved with the artform to understand their perspectives

Stayin’ alive: Delhi’s photo studios struggle to stay relevant as their utility fades away

Once a flourishing business that helped people hold on to memorable moments longer, the photo studios of Delhi are now dormant, have moved on to other businesses, or are on the verge of pulling their shutters down forever

A thousand flights in the Delhi sky

A folk sport, that continues its legacy since the Mughal times, still fascinates the national capital. Despite changing circumstances, the tradition thrives on. Patriot speaks with kabootarbaaz in Delhi to understand their love and dedication for the sport

Leprosy patients in the capital live quietly in their own space

Tucked away in corners of Delhi, away from the public eye, are leprosy ashrams and colonies to accommodate those who suffer from this disfiguring disease. They struggle to live a normal life, finding comfort among their own kind but not accepted by society

Risky roads for riders

The recent death of a 16-year-old girl cycling to school has once again stirred up concern over the safety of cyclists on Delhi roads. This isn’t an isolated incident: on 31 March, cyclist Kunwar Arora was run over by an army truck at Sardar Patel Marg