Delhi at their feet – how dancers, musicians earn their living busking

Busking, or performing on the streets for voluntary donations, is often associated with the uneducated and the deprived and is becoming popular in the capital. For this story, we introduce you to a person who supports his Physics (Hons) at DU by busking. And a person who left his career as an English teacher to play the harmonica on the streets of CP

Delhi’s minars: forbidden pleasures

The minars (towers) of medieval Delhi still dominate the skyline of the capital. Half a century ago, they were much sought after as they offered a bird’s eye view of the city to both tourists and the capital’s citizens. But now they are closed to the public. Patriot uncovers the stories behind their closure 

Man with a plan: Nurturing young hockey dreams

K Arumugam left his government job to provide hockey training to underprivileged children of ages 11-15, a mission he continues to pursue against all odds

Off to school no more: Homeschooling

Some Indian families are taking on the responsibility of providing better education to their children at home. It goes beyond signing them up for new hobbies or skill-learning classes. How relevant is this new system, and is it here to stay?

Delhi Summers: Cucumber losing its cool quotient

While the heatwave is keeping several people locked inside their air-conditioned homes and offices, vendors have to spend the entire day outdoors to earn a meagre livelihood. Delhi’s locally produced summer drinks and food offer passersby much-needed respite.

Gone at 20: Sam passed on too soon

The death of Sam, a neurodivergent trans student, yet again highlights the issues faced by the queer community in academia and at home. It also foregrounds the lack of safe spaces for sexual minorities.

Cardiovascular diseases: Heart trouble starts young

India has a shockingly large incidence of cardiovascular diseases in youngsters, due to a combination of genetic reasons and changed lifestyle patterns, particularly junk food, sedentary habits and substance abuse 

Don’t buy, rent – that’s the new mantra in town

Rental services in the capital are helping youngsters save money on all they need for living comfortably: from furniture to TVs, washing machines, iPhones and laptops. Even bed sheets, pillows, vases, lamps and crockery are on offer