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Remembering the Father of Indian Cinema
April 30, 2019
Dada Saheb Phalke, the father of Indian cinema, was India’s first filmmaker. Here is a sneak peek into the cinematic journey of this legendary filmmaker. A crowded theatre, a silent film, an eager audience, and a young boy with dreams. Who knew, just a regular day in 1910’s A...
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‘A Modi-fied Code of Conduct for BJP’
April 29, 2019
Has the Election Commission of India, supposed to ensure free and fair elections, failed to do its job. The opposition Congress party has approached the Supreme Court, alleging the poll body was turning a blind eye to complaints against Shah and Modi.
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The distance between the reel and real
April 28, 2019
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been cannily using noted Indian celebrities since 2014 as his messengers. This cohabitation has accelerated in the election season as not only are a string of actors and pop artists joining his party, many others are happy to lend their shoulders ...
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Portrayal of mental illness in Indian cinema
April 26, 2019
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 misinterpretations on part of the audiences; and while many films miss the mark,...
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Put your hawai foot forward
April 26, 2019
How did flip flops become the symbol for average Indians? Why are flip flops in India named after the US state Hawaii? Let’s take a dive into the story behind the origin of hawai chappals (flip flops).
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Sri Lanka Tourism bolsters security, says it is open for business
April 25, 2019
After multiple attacks in the country on April 21, Sri Lanka is doing everything to maintain its peace. The country’s tourism board is providing all possible assistance to tourists in need of help and aiming to surpass the recent drop in the visitor’s arrival.
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An art exhibition in Delhi and its various hymns
April 25, 2019
Exploring the various cultural and geographical facets of India is Songs of India-an ongoing art exhibition has a different palette and emotion on each wall in its art gallery!
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Food review: North Indian food made suitable for subtle palates
April 24, 2019
Offering some new tastes to unravel in familiar dishes, Chutney is a restaurant being playful and subtle with flavours, all at the same time!
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Road journeys in the US
April 24, 2019
Amongst the most popular road-trips in the United States is the over 1,000 km State Route 1, also called the Pacific Coast Highway in California.
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RIU with a view
April 24, 2019
Set on the rugged shores of Ahungalla, Riu is all about luxury, leisure and unforgettable experiences
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Broken peace in Sri Lanka
April 23, 2019
A shocking, well coordinated and string of bombings in churches and hotels on Easter Sunday across cities in Sri Lanka has claimed the life of more than 290 people and injured around 500. As investigation is launched, global community is shocked that the Emerald Island has fallen...
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Kerala’s Kadammanitta Padayani festival and its many colours
April 22, 2019
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 procession- kolam. Known for its serene backwaters, lush green landscapes, home-...
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