Category: Art

Taming the Afghans, plugging the invasion route: A forgotten contribution to Indian security

By Vikas Datta It is a rare country that remembers all its heroes, let alone recognises their contribution -- even…

9 years ago

I love reading film books: Aamir Khan

Mumbai, Oct 23 (IANS) Superstar Aamir Khan says he enjoys reading books on film celebrities even though the stories aren't…

9 years ago

Sydney Opera House to be lit up for Diwali

Sydney, Oct 21 (IANS) Australia's iconic Sydney Opera House is about to turn golden for a nightin celebration of Diwali,…

9 years ago

Don’t ban artistes from other countries: Bangladesh author

Kolkata, Oct 21 (IANS) Amid the ongoing controversy over restrictions on Pakistani artistes working in India, eminent Bangladeshi author Selina…

9 years ago

Don’t ban artistes from other countries: Bangladesh author

Kolkata, Oct 21 (IANS) Amid the ongoing controversy over restrictions on Pakistani artistes working in India, eminent Bangladeshi author Selina…

9 years ago

Been creatively contributive whenever I could be: VJ Luke Kenny

By Mudita Girotra New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) A man who wears many hats, Luke Kenny -- VJ, critic, director,…

9 years ago

Much love, suspense and messiness

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) Read the tale of a single parent's quest for love, and understanding; the story of…

9 years ago

Students treated on International Chefs Day

New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) Students from HOPE worldwide school at Tigri here enjoyed a scrumptious meal prepared and served…

9 years ago

‘Red Star Over China’ to hit Chinese TV screens

Beijing, Oct 19 (IANS) A television series adaption of the classic, "Red Star Over China", written by American journalist Edgar…

9 years ago

The life and times of women who influenced Tagore

By Aparajita Gupta (Title: Daughters of Jorasanko; Author: Aruna Chakravarti; Publisher: HarperCollins India; Pages: 327; Price: Rs 399) Based on…

9 years ago

Cultural ministry’s nod to RSS’ Nobel awards

New Delhi, Oct 18 (IANS) The Union Culture Ministry on Tuesday gave its go-ahead to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's cultural…

9 years ago

Minority communities’ artisans to showcase talent at IITF

New Delhi, Oct 18 (IANS) Artisans belonging to minority communities will showcase their wares and talent at the India International…

9 years ago

Now, write emails in eight major Indian languages

Mumbai, Oct 18 (IANS) Marking a revolutionary transformation in email communication, a company has launched the world's first free "linguistic…

9 years ago

Zakir Hussain, Niladri Kumar collaborate with Grammy winner for US tour

New Delhi, Oct 18 (IANS) Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain and sitar maestro Niladri Kumar are collaborating with Grammy Award winner…

9 years ago

Indian classical maestros at an upcoming fest

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) From the harmonious tones of the violin and the soothing resonance of the santoor to…

9 years ago

Shillong celebrates Dylan’s music, Nobel Prize

By Raymond Kharmujai Shillong, Oct 17 (IANS) Shillong, often described as "India's rock capital", is leading the way in honouring…

9 years ago

The US global role – options for the next President

By Vikas Datta Title: Superpower - Three Choices for America's Role in the World; Author: Ian Bremmer; Publisher: Portfolio Penguin;…

9 years ago

PM remembers Maharshi Valmiki on birth anniversary

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday remembered the ideals and thoughts of Maharshi Valmiki on…

9 years ago

In centenary year, an academy to honour Bismillah Khan

By Quaid Najmi Mumbai, Oct 16 (IANS) Over two decades ago, shehnai maestro Ustad Bismillah Khan heard a young woman…

9 years ago

The reluctant, misunderstand creator of ‘Superman’

By Vikas Datta Humankind's capacity to comprehend pales before its ability to misinterpret or misappropriate -- and neither prophet nor…

9 years ago



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