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Mumbai: A complex microcosm of India
March 5, 2017
The richest Indian city is also home to what is possibly Asia’s largest slum. While data from a recent report shows the wealth of the Indian financial capital, Mumbai has another side to it, which continues to thrive.
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Assam’s Kaziranga Tiger Reserve in the eye of storm
March 1, 2017
One of India’s largest wildlife destinations and tourist hotspots, the Kaziranga Tiger Reserve, in the north-eastern state of Assam, and the global news agency, the British Broadcasting Company (BBC) are making news. But, what is the story? Here is a synopsis.
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Barren Island: The house of India’s only active volcano
February 18, 2017
A team of Indian scientists has reported of a live volcano in the union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Spewing ash and lava, this is India’s only live volcano.
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Ozone pollution causing maximum deaths in India
February 18, 2017
Issues concerning death caused by air pollution made a steep and significant jump with a new report suggesting India to have the maximum deaths caused by ozone pollution. The new statistics are rather alarming.
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A socially prejudiced India
February 9, 2017
For some it’s just about being comfortable, for others it's a mark of mutiny or a dubious lack of manners. The youngsters we spoke to voiced their opinions on this social imbalance. What do you think?
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Hollywood actress co-authors research paper with Indian-origin engineer
February 2, 2017
Hollywood sensation Kristen Stewart and an Indian-origin research engineer have come together to formulate an Artificial Intelligence that makes digital shots or images look like impressionistic paintings. The star recently used the research to make art in her upcoming film.
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A sugar substitute with healthy add-ons
February 1, 2017
Ditch the white sugary crystals and shift to this caramel-coloured traditional Indian sweetener for a healthier lifestyle and an elevated taste experience. Sweet-sweet jaggery and jaggery-made sweets await you.
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Planning of a desert festival: behind the scenes of Rann Utsav
January 3, 2017
India’s largest district, a rarely traversed arid desert, comes to life during the winter months in form of a culturally rich and exquisitely crafted extravaganza. But, what goes into the making of this rare desert festival and what are the challenges faced? Here’s a sneak pe...
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World’s largest artist colony on the verge of demolition
December 27, 2016
The world’s largest collective of street performers is being forced to leave their permanent establishment which is also a mark of their identity besides their profession. In a bid to redevelop their colony and thus, their lives, the demolition of the Kathputli colony has begun...
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Indians now the largest international migrant group
December 19, 2016
With globalisation and technology bridging the gap between diverse ends of the world, more and more people are now migrating, possibly with the idea of self-development. A recent research has shown that Indians are leading the line of international migrants, leaving behind Mexica...
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Chhattisgarh to go Open Defecation Free
December 17, 2016
The forested state of Chhattisgarh in central India has been long deprived of basic cleanliness and hygiene infrastructure, and a lot of its people have been living in homes that do not have toilets. But now, the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan or the Clean India mission is making Chhattis...
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Mauryan-era Ashoka pillar withers away
December 5, 2016
One of the Ashokan pillars in New Delhi is wearing away to the extent that it cannot be restored. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) missed out on this blunder happening but will now be taking the necessary steps to restore this informative art piece from Indian history.
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