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Cleansing the body and spirit
The festival of Ramzan is based on the magnanimous principles of empathy and sharing. Between sunrise and sunset, there is a purging of emotions, surrender of ego, and an understanding of human suffering. PRASHANTH G.N. unravels the essence of the tr adition.

Personality

Memories of struggle, dreams of the future
The weeklong Bharatanatya Mahotsava, which is on in the City, is a meeting place for more than one generation of dancers. It is also reliving the traditional guru-shishya parampara. For Mani Iyer, it has ushered in new hope for the future.

Cinema

Beauty and brutality
The Bangalore Film Society has great weekend fare for film buffs.

Music

Chords and notes
AS THE Prophet said, the holy month of Ramzan is a special period in the Islamic calendar, he called it "Allah's own month", when "roza" or fasting is obligatory for young and old. Explaining the importance of fasting to young children is an ...

Eating Out

Pies, salads, and desserts with a German touch
SPRECHEN SIE Deutsche? Nein? Kein Problem. You don't have to speak German to order authentic German food at Café Schlorlemmer, situated on the terrace of Max Mueller Bhavan building, Lavelle Road. The café is a small place that serves healthy ...

Shopping

Desi date with the modern
IT IS both a fashion and a home store with plenty of non-branded goods and that is its specialty. The shop's collection reflects the swadeshi and the modern concept. Whether you are looking for home decorative articles or fashion accessories, ...

Land & People

Mumbai blues on M.G. Road
The green capital of Karnataka spelt Infosys, Wipro, Vijay Mallya, and bisi bele bath.

Events

From Moscow, with love
The Russian folk ensemble that performed in Bangalore interspersed some of its musical acts with captivating dance routines.

Miscellany

• After the roza
• Going nuts over a festival
• In letter and spirit
• Holey rocks!

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