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The Big Fat Malabar Muslim wedding is all about food and how
Food Several quaint traditions revolving around the newlyweds and food make up the wedding. Sreedevi JayarajanWhen in Malabar, celebrate food — goes the old saying. The northern region of Kerala...
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Using art to gain confidence: This Kerala art exhibition is inspiring
ArtThere are 117 paintings made by 26 girls of Kerala Mahila Samakhya Society, exhibited at Alliance Francaise in Thiruvananthapuram.CrisThis is a girl that loves bright colours, pouring pink and...
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Pulicat to Yelagiri: Here are some wonderful weekend getaways from Chennai
TravelWe present an interesting list of places that you might want to check out when you want to catch a quick breather from the hustle and bustle of Chennai.Anjana ShekarWikimedia...
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Meet the Kochi couple behind the popular title animations for recent anthologies
Art and AnimationKokaachi Studio, run by Pratheek and Tina, has worked on ‘Lust Stories’, ‘Ghost Stories’ and, more recently, ‘Paava Kadhaigal’, apart from a few other films.Anjana ShekarDo you ever...
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Railway historian unravels mystery behind rundown locomotive in Bengaluru park
Heritage Speaking at an event organised by Heritage Beku, TR Raghunandan said the locomotive in the park was first brought to India in the 1960s for the Gwalior Light Railway. Sanjana DeshpandeNestled...
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Escape to Andhra’s Hamsaladeevi, where Krishna river merges with ocean
TravelA popular tourist spot also referred to as Sagara Sangamam, Hamsaladeevi is about 30 km from Machilipatnam and 80 km from Vijayawada.Rajeswari ParasaDrive about 30 km from Andhra Pradesh’s...
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‘They tied me up, sedated me’: A probe into LGBTQI conversion therapy in Kerala
LGBTQI+While the intent of conversion therapy itself is violent, methods used by ‘retreat centres’ and quacks add to the violence faced by survivors. Ashfaque EJImage for representation. Picture...
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Book excerpt: Ram Manohar Lohia's role in the fight against caste inequality
Book excerptThe fifth volume in the 'Rethinking India Series' by Kancha Illaiah and team explores the marginalised status of Shudra castes.The Importance of Shudra Politics in India 1 Sharad Yadav and...
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Looking for open air spaces to hang out? Check out these 6 Chennai cafes
FoodKeeping safety guidelines in mind about going out during the pandemic, here is a list of places in Chennai that have great outdoor seating.Anjana ShekarFacebook/CafeDeParis, ChennaiEver since the...
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For forgotten Kannada literature, these groups are turning into digital saviours
LanguageGroups such as Sanchaya and Ruthumana have been working to digitally archive works of Kannada literature that aren’t widely available.Sanjana DeshpandeRepresentative Image/SanchayaAmid the...
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Exploring Badami, the cradle of temple architecture in Karnataka
TravelFounded in the 6th century, Badami draws lovers of art, history and architecture from around the world even today. Susheela NairSusheela NairAs I approached Badami, the rust red sandstone...
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This artisanal chocolatier wants to restore a heritage building in Mysuru,...
HeritageDavid Belo is the owner of Naviluna chocolates, where they make chocolate using organic cacao grown in Karnataka and fuse it with locally sourced ingredients.Sanjana DeshpandeInstagramThe...
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How Surabhi Drama, 136-yr-old Telugu theatre group, has survived the pandemic
TheatreWhile going virtual has helped them stay afloat financially, they sorely miss their live interactions with the audience.Rajeswari ParasaBy ArrangementWatching street plays in Andhra and...
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Exports hit, declining interest: Karnataka’s Bidriware artisans struggle to...
ArtOnce used by royalty, the Bidriware metalcraft has seen a decline in connoisseurs, worsened by the pandemic that has gripped the world.Sanjana DeshpandeWikipedia/ RandhirreddyKarnataka Tourism’s...
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COVID-19 lockdown through the lens of woman photographers living across the...
PhotographyFrom India's migrant crisis to personal experiences of working from home and spending time with family, these women documented it all.Anjana ShekarYouTube Screengrab/Photo by Iman...
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A calendar to bring forgotten ingredients back to your plate
FoodThe Forgotten Foods Calendar 2021 from organic collective Sahaja Samrudha highlights less-known but locally available edible plants.Sharmila VaidyanathanAll pics courtesy: Meenakshi BoopathiA new...
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Chaipatty Teafe to Infinitea: 5 open air cafés in Bengaluru to visit this...
Cafes Check out these five open air cafes in Bengaluru you can unwind at this weekend.Sanjana DeshpandeFacebook: Dyu Art CafeIt’s that time of the week again – the weekend. After a gruelling week at...
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Meet the Indian woman who’s made a career out of draping saris in a myriad of...
Human interestAs a special for International Women’s Day, Dollyw Jain is offering her "updated signature D-coat" (a petticoat) for the perfect drape.Ranjani GovindDolly JainFrom being adventurous...
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Victoria Hotel: Remember Bengaluru’s forgotten heritage
HeritageThe Victoria Hotel, once located in a quiet corner of Commissariat Road, attracted people from different walks of life for its quiet gardens and sumptuous breakfast. Sanjana DeshpandePaul...
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Vegetable seller to Uber rider: Performance artists forced to take up other jobs
CoronavirusWith performance spaces being among the last to open up, several artists were forced to look for alternative careers.Anjana ShekarRajeswari ParasaClip from a play/Rajashekar KavaliLife is a...
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