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Actor Vidyullekha Raman looks forward to her upcoming films
After completing 11 years in the industry with 75 films, Vidyullekha Raman says now is the best time for actors as the spotlight is on author-backed roles
Why a cruise would be the best option for a memorable vacation?
Post the pandemic, it is smooth sailing for cruising as an increasing number of Indians pack their bags to enjoy vacations on luxury liners
Naga cuisine, an artsy deli, a chocolate nook: Mumbai’s three new cafés
A three-table Naga restaurant, an artsy deli in a 1940s Art Deco mansion and a new chocolate nook: here are three new cafés to check out in Mumbai
https://www.thehindu.com/food/features/three-new-cafes-to-check-out-in-mumbai/article67145541.ece
Watch | Jazzing up Chennai’s college canteens
From food courts to in-house apps - a look at how canteens in Chennai’s leading colleges have evolved
https://www.thehindu.com/videos/watch-jazzing-up-chennais-college-canteens/article67352979.ece
World Tourism Day: Discover cities in India through performance arts
Engage in Tamil kuthu in Chennai, hip-hop in Hyderabad, movement therapy in Bengaluru or Latin folk dance in Kochi. Dancescapes presents a city through performance art curated experiences
META Award winner Hunkaro is back in Bengaluru
The idea of the play came about with the disturbing realisation that the lockdown reduced not only the attention span of people but also the capacity and need to listen
Watch | Inside Hyderabad’s first train-themed restaurant
A video on Pariwar Foodexpress, the first train-themed restaurant at any railway station in Telangana
Telugu couple Alankrutha Chandra and Meher Gundavarum trade their techie jobs to embrace sustainable farming and clothing
Here’s how the lockdown proved to be transformative for Alankrutha Chandra and Meher Gundavarum, inspiring them to return to Telangana and take up chemical-free farming and establish a clothing...
We giggled our way through danger: Sid Mewara
Sid and Shanky, the co-hosts of The Big Forkers, talk about their debut in a new adventure series, I Should Have Stayed Home
Meet Coimbatore’s first woman detective
From shadowing people for hundreds of kilometres to investigating in disguises, detective IS Yasmin has gone several lengths to solve cases
https://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/meet-coimbatores-first-woman-detective/article67308905.ece
Jawed Habib: Clinical salons, with a doctor on board, are the future
Hair stylist Jawed Habib talks about his new book ‘Beautiful Hair, Beautiful You’ and says, despite the information overload pertaining to hair care, he observes a general lack of awareness
An ongoing trunk show in Coimbatore showcases luxury fashion brands
Leading design houses from across the country showcase their collections at an ongoing trunk show
Coimbatore-based Walkaroo footwear hosts the 11th edition of Coimbatore Marathon
Coimbatore-based Walkaroo footwear has joined hands with Coimbatore Cancer Foundation to host the 11th edition of the Coimbatore Marathon
Manoje Nath | Some blunt truths from a top cop
Tales from Banana Republic by Manoje Nath, former Director-General of Police, Bihar, offers a collection of stories that describe the complex interplay of power in politics and governance
https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/some-blunt-truths-from-a-top-cop/article67243774.ece
Meet Tamil Nadu’s bodybuilders who dedicate their lives to maintain a ripped physique
Tamil Nadu bodybuilders move to Chennai to pursue their dreams of a ripped physique, medals, fame, and a Government job
For Onam 2023, Mahabali comes visiting Kerala astride a hornbill in Sabari Venu’s animated art work
Sabari Venu has been reimagining Mahabali to come up with images that do justice to the idea of what he represents to Malayalis
How to serve a sadya in the traditional way
Here is a quick guide to serving a traditional sadya for Onam. The sadya has several regional variations in Kerala. There are also differences in the way it is served and cooked
From luxury SUVs to city-smart hybrids, here’s a quick look at the cars that are turning heads this month
This month has been unusually busy in the Indian automotive industry with most major players dropping new models. Here’s a roundup of what we drove.
A farm walk attempts to revive forgotten, seasonal greens
A weekend farm walk with Shruti Tharayil gets the conversation started on forgotten, seasonal and local greens
Tales of food and how it brings people together
Celebrating the spirit of togetherness, artist students have curated an exhibition titled, ‘Savouring Connections: How Food Brings Us Together’ at Karl and Meherbai Khandalavala Gallery, CSMV...
Payasam lovers in Thiruvananthapuram are spoilt for choice with shops selling the dessert throughout the year
Outlets selling different kinds of payasam have mushroomed in the city
Madras Day | A Chennai fisherwoman shows how to make the perfect fish curry
U Valli, a senior fisherwoman from Kasimedu, makes meen kozhambu and the elaborate thithippu that is specific to fisher families
Romancing the stones
Indian Modernity, a film on architect Raj Rewal’s life, screened in Delhi draws attention to his iconic projects
https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/romancing-the-stones/article67171588.ece
A silver lining for the jewellery makers
Delhi school girl Rhea Bakshi’s documentary on the plight of silver jewellery artisans in India bags honours at the New York International Film Awards NYIFA finalist Rhea Bakshi talks about her...
KSHMR collaborates with Seedhe Maut and Karan Kanchan for his latest hip-hop heist track ‘Bhussi’
Indian-American DJ-producer KSHMR speaks on his latest album Karam and what it means to retain his Kashmiri Pandit identity
“I think there are many ways to reach youngsters”, says Sri Vidyadheesha Teertha Swami, of the Palimar Matha
The swamiji conducts online classes on Vedanta and delivers lectures
Pulling strings for Tila
Based on German and Indian folk tales, Tila, a puppet play will be staged at Ranga Shankara from August 8
https://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/pulling-strings-for-tila/article67146225.ece
A newly-opened pizzeria brings Kundapuri ghee roast paneer and Kerala chicken roast flavours in pizzas
Dollops of sherry leek or fresh arugula? Choose your pick from artisanal pizzas and sauces made from scratch at the newly-opened pizzeria
Prakash Raj on creating ‘Nirdiganta’, an incubation centre for theatre, and getting back on stage
Actor Prakash Raj says fans will soon get to see him perform live on stage
Nirdiganta: A first-of-its-kind incubation centre for theatre
Actor Prakash Raj’s innovative incubator for theatre and arts offers a comprehensive production process, stipends for actors/techs, lodging, kitchen and tech support. It also plans to promote f...
Redefining inclusivity
Blind Bake and The Echoes are unique cafes that provide employment to specially abled people
https://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/food/redefining-inclusivity/article67077519.ece
South Korean play ‘His Day’ comes to Bengaluru
This captivating blend of puppetry and music is a paradoxical reflection of monotonous working-class lives
Unveiling the enigmatic life of poet Fernando Pessoa: TheatreSHIft’s captivating play premiers on July 5
TheatreSHIft brings audiences in the city, a peek into the life of Portuguese poet Fernando Pessoa
The Leslie Coleman papers at NCBS offer a glimpse into his work and life
A new collection of material related to Dr Leslie C. Coleman, a renowned mycologist and entomologist who went on to become the first director of the Department of Agriculture in Mysore State, is ...
Malayalam film director Senna Hegde says Kunchacko Boban-starrer ‘Padmini’ is a comedy for families
Padmini, set in a small town in Palakkad, releases on July 7
Karupatti aappam in Madurai: Meet a streetside vendor who makes this sweet treat
MG Vedhavathi has been making soft karupatti aappams on Kamarajar Salai for over a decade
Taste dalma at Oddiyana, which serves authentic Odia cuisine with a contemporary twist
Oddiyana by Mumbai-based cloud kitchen, Rroshashala, presents authentic Odia cuisine in a contemporary setting
The origins of the Bengali tradition of ‘cha-ta’ may be colonial
Evenings snacks are a serious business with Bengali cha and the tradition may have something to do with the high tea of the Brits
Manga and anime characters speak Malayalam, thanks to enthusiasts in Kerala
Anime and manga enthusiasts are dubbing content into Malayalam to make it accessible to more people
https://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/when-japanese-manga-speaks-malayalam/article66964112.ece
What is special about the Travancore biryani? Follow the trail
The long-grained biryani, once popular in southern Kerala, is intertwined with the story of Travancore and its residents
Mallika Sarabhai, Chancellor of Kerala Kalamandalam, wants ...riers, build bridges with theatre practitioners and filmmakers
The danseuse-choreographer wants to give a contemporary outlook to traditional disciplines being taught at Kalamandalam
The millet makeover: Nutrihub, ICAR-IIMR’s technology business incubator for millet start-ups is a game changer
Scientists at the Indian Institute of Millet Research are helping start-ups create products, from icecream to beer, with the grain at Nutrihub
Want to restore your old car? Check out this book by Cartist
Himanshu Jangid’s coffee table book, The Art of Restoration, documents the process of salvaging vintage cars
Kalaripayattu Gurukkal Meenakshi Amma says all women must learn the martial art form of Kerala
Kalaripayattu practitioner and guru Meenakshi Amma, Principal of the Kalari Academy at KACV at Vellar, near Kovalam in Thiruvananthapuram, explains how the martial arts form helps practitioners
Lakhs of tourists throng to Himachal Pradesh’s hill stations
Over 72 lakh tourists arrived in the region between January and May, according to the Director of the Tourism Department of Himachal Pradesh Shimla provides respite to throngs of tourists from th...
World Environment Day: Biodegradable tableware manufactured from agricultural waste is making inroads into the market
On this World Environment Day, a look at the boom in biodegradable cutlery and crockery made from agricultural residue
PN Rao plans to foray into power suits for the ladies
PN Rao, the century-old brand, known for its fine bespoke and ready-to-wear suits, is all set to launch its new women’s range
Everest: 70 years later
There have been over 10,000 ascents since Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary summitted the mountain. Today the highest point on earth is a public arena with human traffic jams and helicopter short...
https://www.thehindu.com/society/everest-70-years-later/article66873075.ece
Why did Butterfingers, the character created by Khyrunnisa ... Texas in the new comic, Adventures in Texas and Other Stories
The 100-page book by Penguin has three stories, a sports-based one, a mystery and an adventure
How villagers on Kerala’s beaches have turned protectors ... turtles is the focus of Sasikumar Ambalathara’s documentary
Produced by the Kerala State Biodiversity Board, the 30-minute film ‘Give Me A Little Land – A Loving Shore for The Sea Turtle’ captures efforts to save the endangered Olive Ridley Turtles ...
A healthy lunch bowl or gourmet food? Cloud kitchens in Coimbatore offer a diverse menu
From gourmet food, and healthy bowls to vegetarian sushi and experimental cuisines, cloud kitchens in the city are offering intricate culinary experiences. We pick three of them and sample what t...
What makes Kongunadu veeran soru and naatu kozhi saaru so unique?
Game for some flavourful veeran soru and naatu kozhi saaru? The ongoing Kongunadu food festival at Gokulam Park showcases some most-loved dishes and culinary traditions from the region
Private collectors, corporates and trusts create imaginative museums focused on building communities
On the occasion of International Museums Day on May 18, meet the curators and collectors who are building thoughtful private collections of art, jewellery, music and more to prove that museums ca...
Endemic Bird Day: Birders in India all set to document birds on eBird
This Endemic Bird Day (May 13), look out for birds that are local to your region, and document them to participate in a nation-wide birding event. City birders share their plans for the day
Mammootty and Mohanlal join celebrities from different walks of life in a series of videos to raise awareness of autism
Organised by Thiruvananthapuram-based CADRRE, the crisp messages emphasise the need for inclusion of the differently-abled
Mohiniyattam dancer Gayathri Madhusudan’s ‘Hiranmayam’ is a tribute to Raja Ravi Varma’s poetry
Three of the pieces in ‘Hiranmayam’, choreographed by Gayathri, are based on verses written by Ravi Varma
Millets and mushrooms take the top spot on Godrej’s food trend report
The sixth edition of the report, which was launched in Mumbai with a dinner highlighting millets, predicts more interest in hyper-regional cuisine, vegan diets and mindful snacking
Journeymen from Europe visit Coimbatore during their travels in India
Journeymen Wesley and Diana, called Wandergesellen in German, are in India for the last leg of their journey
Cyrus Broacha on same sex marriages in India and one’s right to choose
“Should I be allowed to legally marry a man in India or not?” asks the columnist as the country’s Supreme Court begins hearing about legalising same-sex marriages
At Kraft, a concept store in Chennai, shop for pendant ligh... wall art over a meal of crispy keema dosas and Korean burgers
Shop, eat, and try your hand at games at Kraft, the concept store that showcases around 60 different types of furniture and decor
From techno-inspired rave bags to pants that depict neurons... neutral fashion label’s creations are conversation starters
Brimming with cut outs, panels, thread piping and embroidery, Biskit’s new collection explores the human mind
This Chennai-based startup customises your sneakers so you can put your personality on them
Pastels, bling, or bold colours, whatever be your taste, K-kix, a sneaker customisation platform from Chennai can do it for you
Coimbatore’s Karumbukkadai comes alive at iftar
As the city soaks in the spirit of the holy month of Ramzan, we have crispy potato samosas, piping hot kebabs, and refreshing nungu milk for iftar at Karumbukkadai and Podanur
On a Ramzan food trail in Visakhapatnam
From the creamy slow-cooked haleem to paya nihari and sheer kurma, restaurants and hotels in Visakhapatnam are offer an array of Ramzan delicacies
Ila Arun brings two plays on domestic violence and post-partum depression to Bengaluru
Ranga Shankara hosts two thought provoking plays this weekend
Artist Surabhi Banerjee creates intricate jigsaws with her paintings
Bengaluru-based Surabhi Banerjee creates 1000-piece jigsaws puzzle box setbased on her maximalist art
‘B 32 Muthal 44 Vare’ is an emotional drama and satire on body shaming, says Shruthi Sharanyam
The debutant director’s upcoming Malayalam movie, ‘B 32 Muthal 44 Vare,’ releasing on April 6, is about how the six main characters overcome their insecurities about their body
TM Krishna tunes and renders a song written by Perumal Murugan, to commemorate Periyar’s role in the Vaikom Satyagraha
The song in praise of Periyar highlights his contributions to the Vaikom Satyagraha, which celebrates its centenary this year
On a world stage: Inside the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai
A massive, multi-disciplinary cultural space is now open in Mumbai, with a global outlook and a vision to foster and promote Indian arts
I try to write something that impresses me as a reader, says author Salil Desai
Salil’s new book The Kid Killer is about Inspector Saralkar’s investigation to nab a scheming murderer
Rooting for Robusta
With LastHouse Coffee in Hyderabad, Naina Polavarapu aims to put robusta on India’s speciality coffee map
This eatery in a Himalayan village serves pizza, but only by reservation
In Kasauli, Dochi Pizzeria & Coffee House is garnering popularity, with its owner claiming an average footfall of nearly 150 people every day
Single and ready to mingle? Here comes ROFL
ROFL, a friends-of-friends network of singles, which started in Delhi about seven years ago, has now expanded to seven cities across India; finding like-minded people and creating happy spaces is...
Royal Enfield X UNESCO set out on a Great Himalayan Exploration
Rider researchers travel to remote communities in the Himalayas to stay with them and document their traditions in an attempt to promote and safeguard the ‘intangible cultural heritage of India...
The Galleries at 32nd in Gurgaon is the newest shopping address in town
Sip a coffee as you browse designer brands at the recently-opened The Galleries at 32nd in Gurgaon
Neeta Lulla on ‘Shaakuntalam’: Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s outfits are simple yet alluring
Designer Neeta Lulla on the fairytale-like silhouettes for Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s mythological romance drama ‘Shaakuntalam’
A study done in Coimbatore pushes the need for master health check-up
A recent study done in Coimbatore turns the spotlight on master health check up to catch life threatening health issues early on
The style file from the Lakme Fashion Week that got us talking
Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI 2023 showcased gender-agnostic styles, recycled accessories and modern Indian draping techniques – we explore what will influence your wardrobe this year
Designer Ranna Gill brings the essence of Lake Como to the runway at the Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI
Twenty-five years of Ranna Gill, and she still lets the flowers do the talking in her garments. Ahead of her show at Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI, the designer gives us a sneak peek into her collect...
Thiruvananthapuram’s green cover has helped many bird species thrive in urban and suburban gardens
Thiruvananthapuram’s urban diversity has helped in providing food and shelter to different species of birds that fill the day with bird song
Curating unique travel experiences in Udhagamandalam
Accidental hoteliers Vijay Prabhu and Meeta Prabhu of Littlearth chain of boutique hotels in Udhagamandalam give a push to unique travel experiences
Craftspeople go back to the roots
Crafts Council of Telangana’s Sanmaan 2023 awardees bat for time-tested techniques and slow fashion
Montblanc and Ferrari’s new pen is inspired by the carmaker’s iconic Daytona SP3
Montblanc has reimagined the limited edition fountain pen Montblanc Ferrari Stilema SP3 LE 599’s ink-filling mechanism behind a semi-translucent red blade
How Pune is becoming a dining destination, drawing cosmopolitan bar hoppers
With a heady mix of craft beer, high energy spaces and unique cocktail programmes, Pune cracks the cocktail code
Serving Telugu food with a side of innovation
At Krishna’s Kitchen, the wide variety will leave you spoilt for choice
Tried a flavoured ragi tea?
Jaypore-based Jagannath Chinary introduces us to tea with a twist in his hometown Jeypore in Odisha
https://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/here-comes-a-flavoured-ragi-tea/article66508029.ece
Neena Gupta: ‘I observe people all the time’
While Neena’s film ‘Vadh’ is trending on Netflix, ‘Shiv Shastri Balboa’ is running in theatres. In March, she begins work with R Balki on the new season of ‘Lust Stories’
Enjoy a culinary journey courtesy the Sri Lankan Food Festival
The Sri Lankan Food Festival in the city celebrates the rich flavours of the tropical island nation with and showcases a variety of dishes
Women and the City: Vikalp to screen Ladies Only
The documentary Ladies Only captures the experience of women on Mumbai’s local trains
Chef Manu Chandra opens LUPA, an oasis on Bengaluru’s busy MG road
LUPA, the flagship restaurant of chef Manu Chandra, will take you far from the madding crowd
Those foreign nuts
Upward mobility is measured in appetisers; what and how you serve is the message in the doovers
https://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/those-foreign-nuts/article66459098.ece
Hong Kong woos tourists with 5 lakh air tickets and vouchers
Chief Executive John Lee launched a tourism campaign “Hello Hong Kong,” saying the city will offer 5,00,000 free air tickets to welcome tourists from around the world
After a 20 year-long wait, Anita Dongre launches her vegan accessory line comprising handbags and belts
The new line of belts and bags are made from a plant-based, plastic-free material called Mirum
Mumbai’s bhaat mahotsav celebrates ancient rice
A day-long rice fest or ‘bhaat mahotsav’ will showcase 300 varieties of indigenous rice and visitors get a taste of dishes made with over 24 varieties
Since its recent inception in the Olympics, skateboarding is having a moment in India. Have you stepped on the board yet?
There are 30-plus skateparks in the country now and numerous collectives that train and give skateboarders the space and encouragement to pursue the sport
Sanjay Thumma says cheers to The Hindu’s ‘Our state, Our taste’
Chef Sanjay Thumma aka Vah Chef chats about his new project and the cookery contest organised by The Hindu
Daily Quiz | On American talk show hosts
From analysing current events in a comedic fashion to creating the next viral moment with your favourite celebrity, hosts of talk shows are always on topic. Here is a quiz on American talk show h...
https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/daily-quiz-on-american-talk-show-hosts/article66430840.ece
Hyatt Regency’s The Oriental Kitchen in Thiruvananthapuram serves popular pan-Asian delicacies
The Oriental Kitchen at the Hyatt Regency serves Japanese, Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese cuisines
The Conservatory, Bengaluru’s latest event space that plays host to unique food popups is also an ode to Lalbagh
So far the venue has played host to a variety of events including a Thai breakfast popup, a tapas do, where the space was set like a tapas bar, and a Sri Lankan food experience among others
Mahila Praharis of the BSF Camel Contingent will make their...ic Day parade debut in uniform designed by Raghavendra Rathore
The designer also incorporated various skills from across the country and it took him three months to complete the uniform