All for a patch of greenery
The common perception about a lawn is that it is a necessary component in gardens. Lawn grass, humble as it appears, is actually a very demanding and expensive garden component. Surabhi Johri offers...
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If you are someone who makes it a point to use both sides of the paper or folds away wrapping paper and packing material for later use, then read on. Swati Kapur has a lot of tips for you.If you are...
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TV Talk
Scarred for lifeSatyam Shivam Sundaram stars Shashi Kapoor, Zeenat Aman, Kanhaiyalal, A K Hangal and David Abraham. Rupa (played by Zeenat Aman) has always had a tough life. Her mother dies giving...
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Filmi Fundas
'Acting is very hard for me'Priyanka Chopra is known for playing different kinds of roles — who can forget her performances in 7 Khoon Maaf and What's Your Rashee? — and now, she is...
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Spreading the festive cheer
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas…' — just like the song goes, many hotels, big chains and other places in the City have kick-started the season by putting up decorations...
View ArticleThe Tibetan healing touch
The City has always had space for different forms and types of medical practices. One such practice that is catching on is the Tibetan treatment, called Sowa Rigpa, meaning science of healing. For...
View ArticleTrue passion for dance
The Jyoti Nivas College auditorium was full of life and cheer at the recent showcase of Shiamak Davar's 'Winter Funk', performed by students of Shiamak Davar International (SDI). Beautiful choreography...
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In harmony with music
In 2006, the formation of India's first symphony orchestra, namely Symphony Orchestra of India (SOI) was a big step for this country's association with western classical music. A greater feat was...
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A haven for shoppers
The season of giving has kicked in and there's no better way to do that other than some retail therapy. The City just witnessed a fun affair — the United Charities Bazaar (UCB) —...
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End-stage renal diseaseFinancial support is required for Shashikumar (18), who is suffering from end-stage renal disease, and is on maintenance hemodialysis. He also needs renal transplant. He is...
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A palate for varied flavours
Bangaloreans have started exploring a lot of new cuisines and becoming both conscious and picky about dining options. Metrolife speaks to food lovers in the City to understand more about this...
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Better safe than sorry
The crime rate in the City is increasing day by day — in fact, now, one can never know when they might be faced with a dangerous predicament. In such a situation, it makes sense for women, in...
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'It is a great time for married actresses'
Karisma Kapoor believes that her sister Kareena's first hit film post marriage is a sign that Bollywood is now open to casting married actresses and mothers in lead roles.The 38-year-old actress, who...
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'I've picked up a couple of unusual moves'
If a film has a title that reads 'Any Body Can Dance' (ABCD) and Prabhu Deva is its director, the least one can expect is a dance riot. Well, Prabhu is certain not to fail his fans — the...
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The battle of sexes
Chivalry is a rare quality — especially in BMTC buses. Although a separate section of seats is reserved for women, it's quite common to see men encroaching on this area as well.Metrolife...
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Look ahead, stay-at-home moms
Career counselors suggest that a year before heading back to work, women should get involved in a professional association, take some courses, or volunteer in the field they are going to enter"I'm just...
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A forgotten fast
Irom Sharmila's fast entered the twelfth year this November. Her protest needs to be viewed against the background of Manipuri women's powerful voices of assertion of their rights over the years, says...
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On a crusade for hygiene
Teenagers like Shivani and Onkar have become catalysts of change in their village by campaigning for toilets at home, writes Alka PandeThere was a time when 12-year-old Shivani Maurya was forced to get...
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Fashion Fix
Office hairstylesA woman with a neat, polished hairstyle is more likely to make a good impression at work than a woman with a messy or frizzy hairstyle. There are virtually a limitless number of...
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A gift for babyHimalaya's exclusive 'Baby care Gift Pack' contains essential baby care products that are bound to thrill parents and their little ones alike. The kit contains all of Himalaya's herbal...
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