Surbhi Kapila
An inquisitive nature along with a penchant for English language made Surbhi explore journalism and mass communication. Fond of public speaking, she takes to the stage every chance she gets. As a host, she’s been on air at All India Radio. Also a performing arts enthusiast, she has studied Indian classical music and is now exploring dance and dramatics. Food and fashion make for her everyday’s little joys and she likes writing about her experiments with them. She finds her muse in nature, architecture, history, science amongst other subjects. She’s intrigued by global businesses and politics and is passionate about environment.
Surbhi Kapila
Fashion: India at Cannes
May 8, 2017
The grand affair that Festival de Cannes is, it draws the best of world cinema and fashion to its frontiers. Also part of the commemorations and celebrations are Indian celebrities, some of whom have been attending the festival for years now and are popular faces at the French Ri...
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American Stacey Jacob’s ‘trump’ card for protests: The Saree
May 6, 2017
A US national, Stacey Jacob has been blowing up social media with her Instagram pictures wearing a saree while taking a stand against the discrimination meted out by the Trump administration.
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The colourful cities of Rajasthan
May 6, 2017
While a myriad of colours are omnipresent in the culture and traditions of Rajasthan, the shades of blue, pink and gold have come to define some of its cities, distinguishing them from the rest of the state.
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Mahatma Gandhi monuments around the world
May 4, 2017
A leading political figure and a freedom fighter, Mahatma Gandhi is known globally for propagating the ideas of peace and non-violence with countries aplenty making room for him in their hearts and homes.
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Traditional dishes from Himachal Pradesh
May 3, 2017
Cuisine from Himachal is a play of many a flavours and textures. Preparations of fresh veggies and raw spices played around with yogurts and tamarinds, Himachali cuisine is an irresistible delectation. With generous quantities of ‘ghee’ added to age-old recipes, the food and ...
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Mumbai hosts its first zine festival
May 2, 2017
An artists' duo is working on reinvigorating zine culture in India, putting them on display at an ongoing exhibition in Mumbai while also teaching others how to curate and celebrate the culture of self-published comics and literature.
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Five elaborately constructed Hindu temples around the world
April 29, 2017
Iconic tourist attractions, these elaborately constructed temples around the world are also for many and an indication that despite religious differences, beautiful architecture with a spiritual soul unifies people no matter what their beliefs.
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Launch of low cost flights in India
April 27, 2017
With the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) having flagged off, smaller regions in India are now looking at better air connectivity and are taking flying to the masses by capping airfares for as low as INR 2,500.
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Architecture in Goa
April 26, 2017
Reminiscent of the Portuguese who colonised the state of Goa, its architecture is still a reflection of the culture and aesthetics that the colonisers brought from Europe and also of the traditional Goan style of architecture that always was part of the local lifestyle.
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Five ways to wear a ‘dupatta’
April 26, 2017
Experiment in a number of ways by using the traditional Indian ‘dupatta’; from a boho headband, to a summer beach dress, it’s surprising how a simple piece of cloth can be used in multiple ways.
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Art exhibition at Alliance Française de Delhi
April 24, 2017
Alliance Française de Delhi is holding a photo exhibition showcasing the work of 44 photographers from across the globe alongside a contemporary dance performance.
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