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Delhi-based experience design company, Motherland, is using a T-shirt as a medium of storytelling, to tell people about 6 Kumaon battalion’s contribution to the Battle of Walong

Case studies from Chennai on what it takes to keep gated communities accident-free

A road in a humongous gated community can be the equivalent of a Green Anaconda, coiled and largely hidden in water and therefore its size and

Freedom from poverty

In the concluding verse of Deivamani Malai, Vallalar refers to Lord Muruga of Kanda Kottam as a ‘vallal — a generous one. In his introduction to

Photographer Sohrab Hura’s new work is in violent contrast to his earlier sombre monochromes

The images spill over from the confines of fact and mingle with lurid fiction

That rare raconteur: Soumitra Chatterjee

One of Soumitra Chatterjee’s incredible achievements was that he never turned into the boring old uncle repeating yet another Satyajit Ray anecdote

Indians emerging as prolific users of filters in selfies: Google study

Indian women are enthusiastic about the ability to beautify their images and Indian men use filters to focus on the story aspect, it said.

Rockets in my living room

Shouldn’t the crack of my crackers end when everyone’s night begins?

Here’s how to get creative with your leftover food

Leftovers can be put to use to whip up fancy dishes, with just a little thought and planning

Life is just a game

It is because we do not give a thought to how short life on earth is that we run after things that have a temporary charm. Our attachment to our

More colour to the ancient art of Kalampattu

Adding ragas to the chanting has lent an extra vibrancy to this ritualistic art

How Hyderabad-based The Lighthouse Project earned seats at UN’s 1Million for 1 Billion initiative

The Lighthouse Project by three school students, is building global bonds against religious, cultural and racial discrimination, earning them seats at a UN summit

Protecting the good

Lord Krishna says in the Gita that He comes to protect the good, kill the wicked and to establish dharma. Dharma is never destroyed totally. But it is

Kovalam fishermen now home deliver fresh, seasonal fish

Hanif Mohammed wants to take you out on his boat to share the wonders of the sea. He is also promoting sustainable fishing with his new online portal

Pandavas’ messenger

Sita is worried about how the monkey army will reach Lanka, for how can they cross the ocean? Only Garuda, Vayu —the wind god — and Hanuman are

Saving the precious geo-heritage sites of Visakhapatnam

Experts call for protection of geological sites such as Erra Matti Dibbalu that can drive tourism through Nature trails and guided tours

Expressing gratitude to COVID-19 warriors with Deepavali cards

Students and teachers of a Madurai school brightened the Deepavali of healthcare workers on duty, acknowledging their tireless work against COVID-19 through personalised cards

Meet R Manikandan from Coimbatore who has won the Best Water Warrior award

Manikandan of Kovai Kulangal Padhukaapu Amaippu has won the Best Water Warrior award for his efforts to revive the city’s canals, rivers and lakes

How pet boardings in Kerala capital come in handy for animal lovers in times of need

Pet hostels in Thiruvananthapuram lend a helping hand to pet lovers with temporary but convenient shelters

Desire for wealth

In Bhagavata Purana, Lord Krishna elaborates on the problems that result from wealth, said P.T. Seshadri, in a discourse. A man in love with money,

Meet the winners of COVID-19 Shri Shakti Challenge

The challenge was organised by Government of India for women-led start-ups across the country to come out with innovative solutions to tackle the pandemic

Delhi to Kolkata, a different kind of Deepavali

Despite efforts by external forces to homogenise our Hindu festivals, for us in Kolkata, Deepavali has always been Kali Pujo, a very different kettle of fish

Practice of dhyana yoga

Practice of yoga or penance is shown to be the most efficacious path in spiritual sadana. Proficiency in this sadana is possible only by renunciation

Self effort is indispensable

All scriptures teach the fundamental truth that the purpose of life is to transcend the cycle of birth. The Kenopanishad says that there can be no

Local historians who put together cohesive histories of India’s cities

Meet some of India’s favourite local, self-spurred historians who bridge the gap between dry history books, and the intriguing lore of our cities’ pasts

Six school students raise funds for the underprivileged during lockdown

Ahead of Children’s Day, a look at a group of youngsters from Chennai who have devised a digital programme to support voluntary organisations that help the poor and the needy

Mani Ratnam’s 'Anjali' and its continuing connection with a gated community in Chennai

Ahead of Children’s Day, a look at Aashiana Apartments which stands where Venus Studios was earlier situated and 'Anjali' was largely shot, especially the scenes involving a gang of children. During the pandemic, kids at Aashiana have been bringing back memories of that iconic film, but in a manner that has 2020 written all over it

NCPA’s five-day virtual workshops aim to foster creativity

Bruce Guthrie calls it an opportunity to learn and play in a non-competitive environment

Mollem on our mind

Why #SaveMollem needs our amplified attention and support

Tales with a purpose

It is the belief and practice that ethical principles of life are caught rather than taught. Even children easily imbibe the values of noble character

Meet Nigavithran, the rapper from Chepauk’s Lock Nagar

The friendly neighbourhood rapper from Chepauk, known for his politically-charged songs, has recently released his debut Tamil album, 82 D Block

3,000-year-old fortress unearthed in Golan Heights

Barak Tzin, who directed its excavation for the Israel Antiquities Authority, estimated that it covered more than 1,000 square metres.

Siva Nama Prabhava

The glory of Siva Nama and the Panchakshara japa, meditation on the Namasivaya, is often hailed in the Tirumurais. The true substance of the four

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