News – India & You
Eco-tourism’s gaining momentum in India
May 2, 2017
The Indian eco-tourism sector has shown a considerable amount of growth in the past 2 years with an increased number of states taking to green tourism in a bid to market their natural heritage. The developing sector is attracting a wide range of tourists responding positively to ...
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India slips to 136 on Press Freedom Index
May 1, 2017
Reporters Without Borders has noted India’s diminishing press freedom, in addition to a Human Rights Watch’s report pointing out government inaction on violence, revealing the threats to freedom that Indian citizens currently face.
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Five pet friendly restaurants in India
April 28, 2017
Pet friendly restaurants, a blossoming trend across the world, are slow to catch on in India. Yet, there are a few wonderful cafes in the country that welcome various species.
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Zohra Sehgal: The Jewel in the Crown of Indian cin...
April 27, 2017
Zohra Sehgal was probably the first and undoubtedly the brightest crossover international star of India to have equally excelled in films, television, and stage. She passed away in 2014 when; she was two steps ahead of hundred and left a body of work to wonder and ponder! Today i...
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Cannes Film Festival reveals the Jury for 2017
April 27, 2017
The jury for the competition category of the 70th edition of Cannes Film Festival is announced. Indian personages such as Mrinal Sen have often received the prestigious prospect to judge; however, the present edition has none!
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Patachitra: Ancient scroll painting of Bengal
April 26, 2017
The vibrant and expressive folk art by the patua community from West Bengal is a truly colourful one, which is being sustained in times of change.
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Use of H-1B visas under scrutiny again
April 25, 2017
The US has spoken again on the H-1B visa, which it considers is being taken advantage of by Indian companies.
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Sanitary Napkins shouldn’t be a luxury
April 24, 2017
In a country where menstruation is hardly spoken of in public spaces, the internet has given a space for the need to reform policy.
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Four Film Festivals in India to watch out for
April 20, 2017
India, home to diverse forms of cinema, plays host to numerous film festivals that showcase talent across styles and genres.
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New Delhi hosts Aajeevika Handicraft Mela
April 20, 2017
The Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, presents a ten-day exhibition in the national capital, New Delhi, under its National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), or Aajeevika.
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