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Alankrita Shrivastava

Alankrita Shrivastava

May 8, 2017

As Indian cinema stands at a crossroad of international glory and formulaic treatment to play to the gallery, the small matter of encroaching freedom of expression hits the headline more frequently than ever before. Where is the sensitivity, where is the patience? Why the relucta...

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Majid Majidi

Majid Majidi

May 8, 2017

He is from Iran, but, his works have instituted gratitude in the world of cinema. Majid Majidi is currently busy shooting Beyond the Clouds in India. While the film is still under his mindful creation, this highly celebrated filmmaker shares a piece of his mind with India & You.

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Saffron: An ancient Indian medicine

Saffron: An ancient Indian medicine

February 17, 2017

It is often brought to use on special occasions and ceremonies as part of culture and cuisine. But saffron or kesar also has medicinal characteristics, making this precious, ancient Indian spice a healing agent.

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Amarnath Yatra, a 45 days long pilgrimage to South Kashmir

Amarnath Yatra, a 45 days long pilgrimage to South Kashmir

July 4, 2016

Thousands of devotees trek through the rugged mountains in South Kashmir, India, in the summer months to reach Shri Amarnathji Shrine and pay obeisance to Hindu God Lord Shiva, the guardian of the absolute and the destroyer. They make a special effort, sometimes during a 45 days ...

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Yoga rediscovers its roots

Yoga rediscovers its roots

June 21, 2016

While Yoga had been practiced in India for over 5,000 years, since the mid-20th century, the practice began to find a ready home in the West, notably the United States and Germany.

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Foreigners’ retreat in Delhi

Foreigners’ retreat in Delhi

June 20, 2016

For tourists, after a long day of visiting temples, markets and monuments in Old Delhi, a comfortable seating where exotic dishes are served, might be a good idea..

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