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BJP back in Maharashtra, Haryana sees tussle

The results for the Vidhan Sabha, or State Assembly, elections in Maharashtra and Haryana are out. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its ally Shiv Sena would hold the power for the second time in a row as they have gained a clear majority.  In 288 seats, BJP and Shiv Sena won 162 while opposition Congress […]
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One leap for womankind!

Two NASA astronauts made history on October 18. US astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir became the first all-female team to conduct a spacewalk to replace a failed battery controller. It was live-streamed and witnessed by thousands of viewers on earth.  The spacewalk, which officially began once both astronauts switched to battery power in their […]
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Rohit Sharma hits first double century

Indian opener Rohit Sharma scored his first double hundred in test cricket against South Africa. India won the series with 3-0. Sharma became only the 4th batsman to hit a double hundred in Test and ODI cricket – after the likes of Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, and Chris Gayle. Rohit reached the landmark in 249 […]
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One and only, Tagore

So far we have talked about ‘western art history’ and all the creativity that was evolved in the ‘western world’. Here in India we have had some immense creativity that have been passed down the generations that indirectly influenced us and our culture. Let us talk about a few Indian artists who have influenced us […]
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Listings: For a fun week ahead

What: Vienna Boys Choir: A Passage To IndiaWhen: Wednesday, 30th October 2019 | 7PM (Filling fast)Where: TATA Theatre, NCPA, Nariman Point, MumbaiFor: 6+ age groupCost: Rs 1200 onwardsDetailed Info:https://in.bookmyshow.com/events/vienna-boys-choir-a-passage-to-india/ET00114178 What: Raell Padamsee’s – Diwali DramaWhen: Monday, 28th October 2019Where: Sonal Building, Magic Beans, Tardeo, MumbaiBy: Raell PadamseeFor: 3-5 and 6-8 age groupsCost: Rs 5000Detailed Info:https://in.bookmyshow.com/events/raell-padamsees-diwali-drama/ET00114556 […]
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Top picks of October

Title: The Daughter from a Wishing Tree: Unusual Tales About Women in MythologyAuthor: Sudha MurtyPublisher: PuffinPrice: Rs250This book tells numerous untold tales of women in mythology; many names and identities that have been lost in the pages of Indian mythology. An interesting read which shows the power of the female divinity and also common women […]
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Food: Diwali delights on your plate

5 days of foodie’s delight!As the Festival Of Lights, Diwali, make its yearly appearance, celebrating these five joyful days with loved ones over good food and company are bound to be on the horizon.  While practicing more of good thoughts, good words and good deeds this New Year is a fantastic idea, Chef Reetu Uday […]
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Different colours of Diwali

We all know that Diwali is a five-day festival when Indians around the globe celebrate it with sweets, lights and love. Let’s read how different regions and religions interpret this beautiful festival… In northern India, Indians celebrate the story of King Rama’s return to Ayodhya after he defeated Ravana by lighting rows of clay lamps […]
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Eliud Kipchoge is in the news. Why?

Kenya’s Eliud Kipchoge has successfully completed the first ever marathon under two hours in the Austrian capital of Vienna, two years since he fell 25 seconds short. The 34-year-old ran the 26.2 miles in 1 hour, 59 minutes and 40 seconds at Vienna’s Prater-Hauptallee (main avenue) — an achievement considered one of the ultimate milestones […]
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Gandhi 2.0: Let’s bring the #ChangeWithin

We are celebrating 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, and what could be a better way to celebrate it than learning his teachings and morals.  Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Bollywood actors and filmmakers, including Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan, to discuss initiatives to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. A cultural […]