All posts by Vaibhavi Mishra

Splashing the colours of medieval Delhi’s spring on canvas
An exhibition with a slice of heritage

Posted On : June 13, 2019 in Art & Culture

An ongoing art exhibition in Delhi has put on display a collection of paintings recreating the hues of spring in medieval Delhi. The artwork takes one back to the cultural vibrancy of Shahjahanabad, a... More

Giving the much-loved momos innovative edges
Reinventing the popular Tibetan delicacy in Delhi

Posted On : June 11, 2019 in Lifestyle

A popular street snack in Delhi, momos or dumplings are now being experimented with in fancy kitchens as well as the street kiosks, where chefs are stuffing them with ingredients such as coconut, vodk... More

Diving into an ocean of plastics
Indian Ocean is the world’s biggest plastic dumping ground

Posted On : June 8, 2019 in Social Vibes

World Oceans Day, celebrated each year on June 8, to recognise the importance of oceans and finding out solutions in preserving this resource. This year the theme is 'Gender and the Ocean' which urges... More

Flipping pages from the life of Sunil Dutt
Multiple avatars in reel and real life

Posted On : June 6, 2019 in Cinema

Sunil Dutt was not only an award-winning actor but also one of the most dedicated politicians and social activists of post-independence India. On his 90th birth anniversary, an insight into the story ... More

Five-day-long gliding event commences at the Eiffel Tower
At the speed of a tennis ball, straight into the lion’s mouth!

Posted On : May 29, 2019 in News - India Outbound

In the wake of the ongoing French Open in Paris, Perrier, a sparkling water brand, has launched a unique event of gliding from the second floor of Eiffel Tower. Perrier is shortlisting adventure enthu... More

Mental Illness through
Cinematic Lens

Posted On : May 14, 2019 in Society

You can now see the world’s seven wonders in Delhi
Waste management takes a creative form

Posted On : May 4, 2019 in Social Vibes

To solve its problem of solid waste management, authorities in Delhi have made replicas of the seven wonders of the world. Putting 150 tonnes of metal scrap to good use, it is safe to say, the Indian ... More

Remembering the Father of Indian Cinema
A journey of 95 movies and 26 short films- here is Dada Saheb Phalke for you

Posted On : April 30, 2019 in Cinema

Dada Saheb Phalke, the father of Indian cinema, was India’s first filmmaker. On his 149th birth anniversary, here is a sneak peek into the cinematic journey of this legendary filmmaker. A crowded th... More

Portrayal of mental illness in Indian cinema
Creative liberties leading to misinterpretations

Posted On : April 26, 2019 in Cinema

The Indian film industry known for its entertaining musicals, focuses on serious subjects like mental illnesses, too. The ambiguous fashion in which the latter are portrayed, however, leaves room for ... More

Kerala’s Kadammanitta Padayani festival and its many colours
A ten day long, annual celebration in God's Own Country

Posted On : April 22, 2019 in Art & Culture

A ten day long, annual festival, Kadammanitta Padayani is celebrated in Kerala during the Malayalam month of Medam. A religious festival, it has come to be popular amongst tourists for its theatrical ... More