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The annual quest for beauty
... and its priceThe new age Indian woman is becoming aware of her looks as she is of other aspects of her life. In a bid to look good for as long as it is cosmetically possible, she does not mind the pain, time-consuming processes or the expenses involved, says PRIYANKA BHATTACHARYA. More ISSUES
Castaway in HyderabadThe recent rustication of 10 Dalit students of the Central University, Hyderabad, is perhaps a case of `contemporary casteism'. A report by the ANVESHI LAW COMMITTEE. More PEOPLE
The mystique of IranThe mention of India brings tears to the eyes of Iranians. They all look upon India with great admiration for its past and with hope for the future. In Iran, even the Muslims are different, says HARBANS MUKHIA. More
The man and his musicBhimsen Joshi has remained one of the stalwarts of Hindustani music, weathering many a storm. GOWRI RAMNARAYAN on the legendary singer who turned 80 recently. More
Intelligent populistAnjolie Ela Menon, a leading contemporary artist, has occasionally forsaken the themes and images for which she is well known. In the process, she has moved from paintings to mutations, to painted furniture to kitsch, says G. RAGHAV. A `retrospective ' of her works is currently on show at the Apparao Galleries, Chennai, till March 10. More CINEMA
Hollywood magic in IndiaImitation is the best form of flattery and an Indian film that reminds Hollywood of itself, should be irresistible. AJIT DUARA on `Lagaan's' chances at the Oscars. More CULTURE
Footnotes to global danceBringing together dancers, choreographers, visual and sound artists from a dozen countries, the Attakkalari Festival of Movement Arts held in Bangalore recently focussed on the engagement between dance and the digital arts. ADITI DE writes on the dyn amic face of contemporary dance. More GARDENING
Little known medicinal herbABELMOSCHUS MOSCHATUS Medikus is a medicinal and aromatic herb, found across the Deccan and the foothills of the Himalayas. It is an erect, annual herb. Its flowers are a bright yellow. It is called Kasturibenda in Telugu, ... More
Check oral odourHalitosis may be a sign of a serious underlying systemic problem that warrants proper medical diagnosis and treatment. Certain breath odours are of significance. More
Art of Indian cookingIndian cuisine is not only tasty but also nutritionally balanced. Explaining this in a simple and comprehensive manner is a book on everyday food. ARUNDHATI RAY takes a look. More HERITAGE
Communing with the divineThe Hindu Temple charts the changing role of the temple through the industrial and post-industrial phases of Indian capitalism. Pertinently and engagingly, it is set against the backdrop of the evolution of such forms of modernity as the nation-state , the democratic system of governance, caste politics, modern education, health services and land distribution patterns, says RANJIT HOSKOTE. More
The stuff of legendThere are few serious studies of Rajasthani heritage which includes humbler structures such as havelis and wells, bunds and fortifications. ZERIN ANKLESARIA's review of a new book that is an attempt to fill the lacuna. More
By Laurie Baum The week ahead
MOON SIGNS By Khousikan What is "Balarishta"? Are there remedies?
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