Specials
Water woes hit national capital
Many areas in the city are struggling to get regular supply of water and have to rely on water tankers that are infrequent and expensive
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
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
Iconic Balban tomb to see multiphase restoration
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
Building Heat: Construction workers struggle in sweltering summer
Facilities for labourers at most sites in Delhi-NCR are minimal lacking even basics like cool water, toilets and safety measures; the toil has forced some workers to return to their hometowns
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
When AB Vajpayee was pushed to the wall in New Delhi
Vajpayee contested the prestigious New Delhi seat on a Janata Party ticket, as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had not yet been formed then. Political observers were of the view that Vajpayee would be easily elected from the New Delhi seat
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
