The story of Ranavalona III, the Chrysalis Queen through photographs

[ad_1] Recreating the story of  Ranavalona III; photograph by Christian Randrianampizafy | Photo Credit: Special arrangement A royal tale with moments that leave a lump in your throat is captured in frames. The photo exhibition of Ranavalona III, the Chrysalis Queen, at Alliance Francaise in Hyderabad revisits a chapter in history to recreate the story […]

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Chennai’s Mellow Circle stages its annual Christmas play this weekend

[ad_1] Every year, the biggest challenge that the organisers of Mellow Circle’s annual play face is that of finding a good Christmas story. It has to be secular enough, connect with the audience, and hold their attention from start to end, says Michael Muthu, play director. This year’s production, A Carol for Tiny Tim, written by […]

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From Chennai to Paris through Virtual Reality: digital experiences take over Alliance Francaise of Madras

[ad_1] One of the AR artworks when viewed through the smartphone | Photo Credit: Gowri S Hanging from the ceiling at Alliance Francaise de Madras’ white cube gallery, are curtains of art that revel in motion. They invite the viewer to walk through a labyrinth of art enhanced by Augmented Reality (AR). As one goes […]

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At Shillong’s Cherry Blossom festival, Ronan Keating, Sanam and Lou Majaw charm crowds

[ad_1] On the third and last day of the Cherry Blossom Festival in Shillong, Meghalaya, a sign from an audience member caught singer Ronan Keating’s eye. “Did I just read a sign that says you love me more than pork?” he asked. So when an empathetic “Only in Meghalaya” came our way, we realised the […]

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Urban farming gains popularity in Bengaluru: Can it become an urban foodscape

[ad_1] Brijinder Kathuria remembers being conflicted between growing more organic food or planting more forests for a long time. “A lot of deforestation happens because people chop off forest land to farm,” says the Bengaluru-based Brijinder, a passionate eco-enthusiast who works in the technology sector. Then, he stumbled upon permaculture farming, a way of creating […]

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Eka’s just launched flagship store in Delhi resembles an art gallery with sculptures, antiques and garments in shades of the earth

[ad_1] Eka’s first-ever flagship store recently opened in Delhi Eka’s first-ever flagship store may have made a late entry but it sure has arrived in style. Almost 12 years after Eka was launched, it opened its store in Lodhi Market recently. It is quaint, quiet, minimalist and reflects the brand’s sensibilities. With its limestone walls, […]

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Indian Cacao and Craft Chocolate Festival puts India’s makers on the map

[ad_1] The Indian Cacao & Craft Chocolate Festival puts the country’s craft makers on the map | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The last few years have seen India’s craft chocolate industry evolve exponentially, giving rise to several new players in the market. Their exclusive offerings are now stiff competition for commercial chocolate brands, and this […]

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Organic farming is catching on in the Nilgiris

[ad_1] Organic farming is catching on in Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiris | Video Credit: M SATHYAMOORTHY Organic farming is catching on in India, thanks to a growing preference for healthier, sustainable food choices Sikkim is India’s first and only State to attain 100% organic farming status. Now, the Nilgiris in Tamil Nadu is aiming to become […]

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Learn about the business of food at Bengaluru’s Food Nerd Festival

[ad_1] Attendees at the Food Nerd Party 2022 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Bengaluru’s food circuit has always been much-talked about, more so over the last couple of years given the many new formats the city’s entrepreneurs have been experimenting with. Think specially curated tasting menus, farm-to-plate experiences, and the many pop-ups hosted almost every […]

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Hyderabad hosts Indian Photo Festival’s ninth edition with exhibitions, workshops and more

[ad_1] IPF 2022 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Step into a world where pixels tell stories, and each frame captures a moment that whispers a thousand narratives. A celebration of visual storytelling — the Indian Photo Festival (IPF) in Hyderabad, is here. As the lens focuses and shutters click, the ninth edition of this immersive […]

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