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A night at the Melattur Bhagavata Mela utsavam

The 83rd Melattur Bhagavata Mela utsavam, on from May 18, draws to a close on May 26. People from outside Thanjavur flock this village to watch a series of performances that take place in the evening

Kendra Dance Festival brings the mythological tales of Meera, Karna and Shree Durga

Last cruise ship of season with 550 passengers, 400 crew members visits New Mangalore Port

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Friday Review is a weekly art and culture supplement. The supplement puts the spotlight on the rich and varied art forms practised across the country with a special focus on classical music and dance. It also covers folk and western music and dance, Tamil theatre and television

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