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Krishna Janmashtami: Meet The Makhan Chor!

Krishna Janmashtami is one of the most popular festivals in India; it comes a close second after Ganesh Chathurthi. The reason for this celebration comes from the popular tradition of breaking the 'Dahi Handi' or the butter-pot on the occasion of Lord Krishna's birthday. The festival always falls within mid-August to mid-September in the Gregorian calendar. The Story: It goes like this. Lord Krishna, known to be super-fond of the dairy delight, 'makhan' (butter) used to be known to frequently help himself to some from his mother's kitchen and friends' houses.  This earned him the tit...more

This Independence, It’s Pay Back Time!

Every year, Independence Day comes and goes, not many of us do much for the country that has provided shelter and security to us for so many years. The maximum we do is sing the national anthem in a movie theatre or at our schools and colleges. But now, it’s pay back time fellas. Let’s show our country some love and respect with the smallest possible gestures. 1] Spare Some Time, Share Some Smiles Spend a few hours this Independence Day, with the people who need you the most. Visit an old age home or an orphanage and make some effort to bring a few smiles on the innocent faces...more

Gone With The Rain…

Sure it's raining and we are making the most of long drives, Mary Poppins umbrellas, flavoured teas, flip flops and a dozen other 'cool' prescriptions. But as rain drops collect on the window, here's what we are missing. Well, yes the American cousin is more juicy but we still miss the Indian white corn on the cob. Why? Well, 'coz that's what we grew up on and besides, it goes best with the masala that clashes with the American corn's sweetness. Magar mujhko lauto do bachpan ka saathi, woh kagaz ki kashti, woh baarish ka paani... Miss them, don't you? Well, the kids may no long...more

Raavan Movie Review: A Monstrous Attempt

With little impressive performances, direction and script juxtaposed against brilliant cinematography, Mani Ratnam leaves you high and dry with Raavan. If you are unable to get out of the city this weekend to enjoy the monsoons, simply opt for this beautiful compilation of breath-taking frames. Film: Raavan Star Cast: Abhishek Bachchan, Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Ravi Kissen and Govinda. Director: Mani Ratnam When Abhishek Bachchan gets back with a director that has helped him with some of his best performances – Guru and Yuva – at that for a film that's inspir...more

The City Which Wants to Sleep

The Queen of Suburbs, Bandra, is going through a lean phase with many of its leading pubs and clubs receiving the whip from legal forces. Popular clubs like Bonobo and Escobar, located on Bandra’s famed Linking Road, have been shut in the past one week. Even Royalty, the Shilpa Shetty owned lounge, failed to take off beyond it’s launch party. The prime reason for this is that the residents living in the area have filed complaints against them because of their irritation due to loud noise. A city known for its thriving night life is seeing a rapid decline in its clubbing culture due t...more

An Eye For An Eye!

Okay, as women, how many of us have had those leering no-gooders giving us the nasty eye? It's time to make them cringe back and make them feel the same way...bring it on, ladies! •    Dagger-Stares When we're on the train, shopping or travelling generally, nothing can irk us more than a random guy giving us the ol' two-eye one over. The best way to give these guys a taste of their own medicine is to stare right back!  Of course, give them the coldest look possible and keep the drilling look going till he averts his gaze. It doesn't feel so good now, does it, Mr. Creepy Lecher? ...more

Pet Perfect

Those of us who grew up in the 80’s and 90’s remember seeing pets and animals being portrayed in movies as important members of the household whether it was the black Labrador from Teri Meherbaniyan, the love-letter carrying pigeon from Maine Pyar Kiya, or the incarnation of cupid as a four legged canine in the form of Tuffy in Hum Aapke Hain Kaun. Most people might call it over the top and unreal. But as one man once said, Art is an imitation of life, and much like the mentioned characters, even in real life pets have an important impact on human life. And contrary to popular belief...more

Spread The Love

With cities like Bangalore becoming home to young professionals and expats on the move, social, non-profit organizations are now offering short-term volunteering options in a bid to minimise social crisis. Even as we travel beyond the moon and back, the mere act of extending our resources to fellow humans remains a task. While the modern, consumerist world has given birth to many a philanthropists, the common man still finds himself pushing back dreams of contributing to social justice in order to fulfil other goals. While an overnight change in the equation is unlikely, technology and in...more

Arts Come Alive: Kala Ghoda Festival

Every year, the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival tries to showcase the best of arts and culture. It takes place on the streets of Kala Ghoda - oft considered the creative hub of Mumbai. This year, it flagged off on January 6 and I absolutely had to find out what all the hype was about. I spotted the statue of the majestic black horse at a distance. This was not going to be easy. Thousands of eager denizens and foreigners brushed by... On my left near the Jehangir Art Gallery , I saw an installation of big black frames surrounding policemen’s uniforms. Done by artist Revati Sharma it read â€...more

Show ‘Em Some Love!

So you are all geared up for Valentine’s Day with gifts and surprises in place for your hottie. But how about planning something special for those who loved you unconditionally, even on your worst hair days? Who else, but your folks! No, you really don’t have to spend the day with them. Stay out of the way and instead, plan an evening to make them relive those mushy times. Sail Into Their World They have done incredible things just to see you smile, and now its pay back time. Book them on a special cruise that leaves early morning, sails around the city all day and drops them back b...more

Divya

I am a believer in social progressiveness, justice, and the eventual goodness of people. As a student of international journalism and law, it is my duty to expose the truth as I see it. It is yours to interpret it and act upon it.


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