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 Untold Story of India’s Captive Elephants
byA visit to one of India’s ‘eco-tourism’ centres reveals an age-old tradition of elephant abuse. How have elephants fared over the years?
Why India’s Farmers Continue to Revere Sir Arthur Cotton
byA British civil engineer continues to be revered by farmers around the Godavari river. What makes Arthur Cotton the people’s engineer?
Is India Ready for Open Education?
byWith more than three million students, IGNOU is the world’s largest university. Is it delivering on the promise of distance learning?
How Salar Jung Built the World’s Largest One-Man Art Collection
bySalar Jung III put together the world’s largest one-man collection of art. What was it like to collect art in early 20th century India?
Stare
byStaring at a colourful blank wall, at times, may make your mind work and awaken dead thoughts. But, none of it matters.
Last Man in Tower
byLast Man in Tower, Aravind Adiga’s novel peels layers of greed and intrigue, holding a mirror to India’s growing cities.
The Surprising Urban Backlash Against the Jallikattu Ban
byThe massive protests in Tamil Nadu over the Jallikattu ban point to deep-rooted issues of identity and parochialism.
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?
Vemana: The People’s Poet
byVemana, a 17th-century Telugu mystic-poet, wrote against caste and superstition. What makes him a household name today?
Development or Displacement?
byDevelopment projects often displace more people than they develop. What makes land acquisition so tricky in the subcontinent?
On Demonetisation
byEmiritus Professor at Oxford University presents an in-depth analysis of demonetisation and explains why it is flawed.
The Mists of Dao
byA writer is inspired to verse by watching a Chinese painter weave his magic with brushstrokes of colour and visions of future.
Sahibs Who Loved India
byA rare book that tells stories of ‘Sahibs’ who grew to love India during the British Raj. Khushwant Singh compiles their memories.
Can A Just Urban Ecology Exist?
byIndian cities are home to many species – from deer to leopards and peacocks. But is the urban ecology a safe space for wildlife?