Musicians of the Indian Military
byIndia’s military musicians play everything from jazz to film hits – performing across the world. What made martial music change?
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The 140-Year-Old Anglo-Indian Tradition
byThe Boxing Day Ball is a 140-year-old tradition for Hyderabad’s Anglo-Indians. What makes it a thriving annual event?
Muziris: Globalization’s First Port of Call
byA historic dig in Kerala may have unearthed the lost trading port of Muziris. Was this an ancient hub of globalization?
India’s Defanged Human Rights Commission
byIndia’s National Human Rights Commission is mandated to protect citizen rights. But can they bite the government?
The Growing Call of Indian eSports
byIndia’s professional video gamers make a living playing their favourite games. Has playing eSports become a career option?
How To Be Legally Dead (Yet Alive) in India
bySanyasis who renounced the material world are legally ‘civilly dead’. But often, court cases over inheritance bring them back to life.
Surviving India’s Examination System
byEvery year millions deal with the stress of surviving India’s competitive exam system. How do students cope with the pressure?
Meeting Sarah Cohen, India’s Oldest Surviving Jew
byA rendezvous with Sarah Cohen, India’s oldest surviving Jew, opens a window to Jewish heritage and syncretic traditions.
Culture Mapping India’s Intangible Treasures
byIt’s not always possible to preserve intangible aspects of culture. This doesn’t stop the UNESCO and many nations from trying.
The Many Ways of Knowing Jayalalithaa
byJayalalithaa could change with each audience. What did associates, journalists and the women think of her?
There’s A Wallah For That
byWhere there’s a market, there’s a wallah. Here’s a photo story of jugaad, enterprising spirit and India’s many professions.
India’s Seven Million Security Guards
byIn 2013, India had over seven million security guards supplied by 16000 security agencies. What’s a day in the life of a watchman like?
Is Illiteracy a Barrier to Mobile Phone Use?
byNavigating mobile phones without being able to read is a challenge. Yet, many manage their day to day doing just so.
Vendors of Coconut Water: An Insight
byThe realities and economics of vending coconut water give an insight into the lives of entreprising street vendors.
The Gems of Luck and Fortune
byMerchants who sell lucky gemstones don’t necessarily buy into astrology. Is the gems market driven by profit and cynicism alone?