Lessons in perseverance from the disabled
With the International Day of People with Disability only a couple of days away, Shazman Shariff talks to some mothers about the challenges of bringing up a disabled childWhen Padmini Vasant first held...
View ArticleWomen municipal councillors with a mission
Information and exposure have liberated many women from rural Karnataka, who have joined politics to bring about a positive change in society, says Pushpa AchantaJaya Kakarli, popularly called Jayamma,...
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New kid on the blockMean Girls' stars Rachel McAdams, Amanda Seyfried, Lacey Chabert, Lizzy Caplan and Lindsay Lohan. Cady Heron (played by Lindsay Lohan) was brought up in Africa and home-schooled,...
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'Everyone loves a good love story' After a long wait, actor Nitin Gowda dreams finally came true with the release of his debut movie, Hosa Prema Purana. As the title suggests, the movie showcases love...
View ArticleThe life of a legend
B V Karanth is a household name for drama enthusiasts — not only in Karnataka but all over India. Hailing from a small village called Babukodi in Mangalore, he went on to become the director...
View ArticleBreaking all barriers
Theatres of the Body', a workshop, was recently held at Jaaga, as a part of the 'Bengaluru Pride and '.The workshop started with everyone sitting in a circle, after which the go-abouts of the workshop...
View ArticleThe sounds of jazz
The City, which is always open to different experiments in arts forms, witnessed a beautiful dance-drama, Kasturba -- Peed Parayee Jane Re recently. The performance was presented by Nad-Roop, a school...
View ArticleToo many options to choose from
If you're ever near the Sony World signal in Koramangala and craving a quick bite, 'Cool Roll Burger' is the place to be. Though it opened only recently, many of those staying in the area already swear...
View ArticleIN BRIEF
Orchestra The launch of the 'Indian National Symphony Orchestra' will be held on December 2, 7 pm at the Grand Ballroom, Leela Palace. The orchestra will be under the aegis of the William Joseph Music...
View ArticleEverything under one roof
Food Hut' — a small eatery in Koramangala, 1st Block — has a fairly simple claim to fame: its variety. Although unassuming in appearance, the joint has a menu selection that could...
View ArticleIn the spirit of the season
The Christmas season is here and choral music will soon fill the air in the City. Along with the churches and choir groups, college choirs in the City are bracing up for the season too. They have been...
View Article'Acting has always been my passion'
After giving good performances in movies like 'Police Quarters' and Nam Areali Ondina, Anish Tejeshwar is all set to be a part of yet another bilingual called 'Coffee With My Wife'. Being made in...
View ArticleAt the mercy of errant drivers!
The BMTC buses are capricious when it comes to stopping. They stop wherever they want to — in the middle of the road, sharp curves and just after a traffic signal island. But one place where...
View ArticleDesigns on paper
Humble paper can transform itself into a fashionable accessory. Rachna Bisht-Rawat finds out how.At the core, it's just a piece of pretty paper, turned and twisted into an intricate design, with some...
View ArticleYour guide to fix hair disasters
If there is something that speaks volumes about your personality it is your hair. Everyone yearns to have long, strong, thick and shining hair with a healthy bounce. Yet, changing seasons and hectic...
View ArticleChicken drumsticks..
Chicken Patiala Mughalai styleing-drumsticks (legs) 10, brown onion paste 1/2 cup, ginger-garlic and green chilly paste 2 tbsp,tomato puree 1/2 cup, shahi jeera 1 tsp, slit green chillies 10,t urmeric...
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Explore London's styleTake an exclusive sneak peek at London's hottest style trends with the most attractive and modish clothing line - the Pepe Jeans London Autumn Winter'12 Menswear Collection. Get...
View Articlewellbeing
QI- am a 15-year-old girl and I am terribly worried about my increasing hair loss. Despite using a herbal hair oil I suffer from terrible hair loss. I don't have dandruff as such. I lose hair more when...
View ArticleSurrender your seriousness
If you want a lush, loving life that crackles with robustness and goes pop with happiness, laugh loud and laugh often. E E Cummings got it right when he said, "The most wasted of all days is one...
View ArticleDo breathing exercises provide asthma relief?
Breathing exercises are among the most popular alternative therapies for asthmatics. But do they work?According to a recent report by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, the answer depends...
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