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A Band of Boys is coming back, and the guys are ‘here to stay’

August 4, 2016 6:38:27 am

Called the Indian version of the Backstreet Boys, pop sensation A Band of Boys is making a comeback, and this time they don't intend to go anywhere.

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Dissecting Cities

February 9, 2016 5:02:21 am

Architect Martand Khosla’s exhibition stimulates dialogue around issues of urban planning, migration and shelter.

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Warding off buri nazar for six generations

February 8, 2016 1:37:15 pm

Arif Banatwala talks about the two-centuries-old tradition of surma and kohl making, and their preparation today.

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An exhibition unveils the hidden jewels concentrated in the neighborhood of Chitpur Road, one of Kolkata’s oldest roads, to reveal the grandeur of its crumbling palatial mansions and forgotten history.

In times of turbulence, it is important to put peoples’ aspirations to the fore: Salima Hashmi

February 7, 2016 1:30:16 am

Artist Salima Hashmi on her father, poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz, curating an exhibition featuring Indian and Pakistani artists and the flourishing contemporary art scene in Pakistan.

In his own write

February 7, 2016 12:00:42 am

Actor and theatre director Manav Kaul on how literature shaped his craft, using poetry to break the monotony of prose in his plays and living life on a whim.

In an antique land

February 7, 2016 12:54:19 pm

Why does ancient Indian art remain undervalued and little-appreciated? What can be done to make more people discover its enormous riches?

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Remembering a Master Builder

February 6, 2016 5:22:21 am

In memory of Achyut Kanvinde, architects and academicians come together to discuss India and its urban context.

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Kitchen Politics

February 6, 2016 12:05:31 am

Prajakta Potnis introduces an unfamiliarity to everyday household objects in her solo exhibition.

What do old family photographs tell us about the history of women?

February 5, 2016 12:42:55 pm

The dialogue with a woman about her family photographs can help us understand the socio-political setting of bygone eras.

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Memories of an Artist

February 5, 2016 12:00:15 am

Satish Gujral, whose retrospective recently opened in Delhi, on his life and work

From Paul McCartney to Rihanna: Hard Rock Cafe celebrates 45 years with London memorabilia exhibit

February 4, 2016 3:52:05 pm

The Hard Rock Cafe, which first opened its doors in central London before expanding with restaurants worldwide, has what it calls "the world's greatest collection of music memorabilia" -- all of which began with an Eric Clapton guitar.

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Ground Work

February 4, 2016 12:27:02 am

The second edition of Publica brings installation art out of the confines of gallery spaces to strike a conversation about social issues.

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(Mis)Adventures of a Romantic

February 3, 2016 5:47:52 am

Stories I Want to Tell You in Person is a slice-of-life narrative of a woman who decided to use psychics to find love.

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Standing Witness

February 2, 2016 5:38:53 am

Amar Kanwar documents the testimonies of women who have experienced sexual violence during conflicts in India.

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Food for Art

February 2, 2016 5:38:06 am

UK-based duo Cooking Sections shares insights into what shapes their artistic practice based on food and the rationale behind their obscure artwork.

What to watch out for at this year’s Bharat Rang Mahotsav, Asia’s biggest theatre festival

February 1, 2016 1:30:05 pm

With 82 plays, 23 languages, 13 countries, Rs 4 crore budget, NSD is all set with its annual theatre festival.

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Stagecoach Rolls In

February 1, 2016 5:34:32 am

Theatre from around the world to occupy the stage at Bharat Rang Mahotsav.

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Aim for the Head

February 1, 2016 5:35:27 am

Pakistani artiste Ayesha Jatoi’s art involves public performances designed to shake and stir

The man who made the buildings soar

May 8, 2022 11:36:26 am

The engineer associated with some of India’s most iconic projects looks back at an illustrious career.

‘To be in politics, you have to love power, and I really hate it’

January 31, 2016 1:10:29 am

In Delhi for her new film, French-Iranian artist Marjane Satrapi, 47, talks about moving away from comics and why she continues to hold on to her scepticism.