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7 things you need to know about the new Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj temple in MaharashtraSubscriber Only
March 19, 2025 17:30 IST
Here’s all you need to know about the first temple dedicated to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Maharashtra.
How to make the perfect Butter Chicken at homeSubscriber Only
March 16, 2025 15:39 IST
Butter chicken is seen as a restaurant dish, one that is difficult to reproduce at home. But follow these tricks, and your homemade butter chicken will be just as good as the one you buy from your favourite restaurant
How Holi brings colour to the lives of the widows of VrindavanSubscriber Only
March 14, 2025 18:53 IST
Shackled by custom and stuck in penury, thousands of Hindu widows live a life of austerity in the holy city of Vrindavan. The festival of Holi brings some colour, although fleeting, to their lives
Why Holika Dahan, Holi are celebrated: The reasons, beyond the legend of Prahlad and HolikaSubscriber Only
March 16, 2025 15:40 IST
Holi and Lord Krishna Connection Explained: How is Holi linked to Lord Krishna and Kamadeva? What does playing with colours tell us about ancient India? We explain.
When Mannat was Villa Vienna: The story of SRK’s home and other heritage bungalows of Bandra BandstandSubscriber Only
March 7, 2025 19:33 IST
While SRK's Mannat is a landmark, many other heritage mansions lining Bandra Bandstand have been replaced by modern buildings. We take a look at Bandra's grand past, and its ever-changing present.
Recalling stories behind the Academy Awards’ name, $1 resale value of Oscar statuette and moreSubscriber Only
March 2, 2025 20:39 IST
How did the nickname 'Oscars' come about for the Academy Awards? Why is there a 45-second limit for acceptance speeches? And why are the names of the Oscar winners sealed in envelopes?
What to know about Solarpunk, the literary movement that seeks a sustainable way forwardSubscriber Only
March 1, 2025 15:59 IST
Solarpunk has emerged in some circles as a viable counterpart to the dystopian world of cyberpunk, presenting the idea that a peaceful, harmonious society may well be within reach.
‘The White Lotus’ effect reaches Thailand’s Koh Samui: What is ‘set-jetting’?Subscriber Only
February 28, 2025 08:28 IST
While the pull of iconic film locations has shaped travel itineraries for years, Expedia in 2022 officially termed the travel behaviour “set-jetting”. The term is a play on “jet-setting”, referring to the tendency of wealthy people to travel for leisure.
Maha Shivratri: A look at why it is celebrated, from the social to the spiritual, from Kashmir to Tamil NaduSubscriber Only
February 27, 2025 13:31 IST
While Maha Shivratri literally translates to 'the great night of Shiva', many beliefs are prevalent about why it is celebrated. Also, behind the literal stories lies deeper spiritual significance. We explain.
With the success of ‘Chhava’, a look at 5 notable Indian films inspired by historySubscriber Only
February 25, 2025 17:49 IST
In the last decade there has been a rise in films based on historical figures and incidents, often nationalistic in their tone. But Indian film industries have long made movies with a basis in history. Here is a look at prominent examples, and what they say about the genre’s evolution.
Pope Francis ailing: How will a new Pope be chosen?Subscriber Only
February 27, 2025 11:37 IST
Given Pope Francis' declining health, speculation is rife about electing his successor. We explain how a new pope would be elected.
How James Bond films’ creative control went to Amazon, what this meansSubscriber Only
February 22, 2025 00:53 IST
For the first time since the release of the first James Bond film in 1962, the film series’ creative direction will change hands. What led up to it and how could it impact the iconic franchise?
Govt slashes tariff on bourbon: All you need to know about the American spiritSubscriber Only
February 15, 2025 20:34 IST
Bourbon’s origin can be traced to the American South. It is a barrel-aged whiskey made primarily of corn
Valentine’s Day: What’s behind the enduring cultural appeal of romance novels?Subscriber Only
February 16, 2025 13:12 IST
In popular culture, romance novels have been setting the standard for romantic relationships since their inception. What explains the appeal of the genre?
Row over 22 illustrations in Constitution: A look at the art, the artists, and the messageSubscriber Only
February 11, 2025 17:29 IST
These 22 hand-painted images in the Constitution include scenes from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, pictures of Ram, Mahatma Gandhi, and Subhas Chandra Bose. Nehru was also supposed to be included, but was eventually omitted. All you need to know
Explained: How Beyonce’s Grammy win follows years of Black artists criticising the awardsSubscriber Only
February 10, 2025 08:24 IST
Despite having the most Grammy wins in history, Beyonce has long been considered “snubbed” by the awards. But the larger issue is not limited to her.
Who was the Aga Khan IV? And who are the Nizari Ismailis, the community he led?Subscriber Only
February 6, 2025 11:56 IST
The Aga Khan IV passed away in Lisbon on Tuesday. He will be remembered by many as the ‘Imam of the Atomic Age’. Indians are most familiar with the Aga Khan Trust for Culture, which has restored Delhi’s Humayun’s Tomb and the surrounding area.
Why did Air India gift the surrealist painter Salvador Dali a baby elephant?Subscriber Only
February 5, 2025 17:14 IST
It all began with a chance 1967 meeting between Air India’s then public relations officer Jot Singh and Dali in a New York hotel. Singh requested the surrealist create limited-edition souvenirs. Here is what happened next
Story of Mumbai’s humble ‘ladi pav’, and why its price may soon go upSubscriber Only
February 5, 2025 05:26 IST
The ladi pav came to India with the Portuguese in the 16th century, when they established a colony in Goa. “Pão” in Portuguese means “bread”.
Grammy win for Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan: How the Gen Z stars brought zing back to popSubscriber Only
February 3, 2025 17:37 IST
Both Roan and Carpenter have managed to deliver solidly drafted songs with great hooks at a time when getting the right mix has become increasingly hard. Here are their stories.
How does the Chinese calendar work? What are some traditions associated with Chinese New Year?Subscriber Only
January 30, 2025 16:49 IST
The Chinese use a lunisolar calendar that combines lunar and solar calendars to indicate both the phase of the Moon and the position of the Sun in the sky
‘Saare Jahan se Achha’ plays at Beating Retreat: The story of Allama Iqbal who wrote the songSubscriber Only
January 31, 2025 09:39 IST
Allama Iqbal who wrote the Tarana-e-Hindi, better known as ‘Saare Jahan se Achha’, is regarded today as the ideological father of Pakistan. In recent years, the recitation of some of his poems has attracted controversy.
‘Chhava’ controversy: Why some have objected to film on Chhatrapati Sambhaji MaharajSubscriber Only
January 28, 2025 12:50 IST
Chhatrapati Sambhajiraje, a descendant of the Maratha king, questioned the cinematic liberty taken by the filmmakers in one scene of the upcoming film.
Ajith, Balakrishna, Shobana and Anant Nag: The 4 South filmstars awarded Padma Bhushan this yearSubscriber Only
January 27, 2025 13:45 IST
The Padma Bhushan is awarded for “distinguished service of high order”. The four awardees from the film world this year are regarded as icons in their field. We take a look at their careers and achievements.
Explained: The story of the Kiswah, sacred cloth that covers the Holy Kaaba in MeccaSubscriber Only
January 25, 2025 11:55 IST
For the first time, the full Kiswah will be displayed outside Mecca. It will be the central element of the Islamic Arts Biennale 2025 that begins in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on January 25
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