'When they disappear -- and disappear they will -- they'll take with them some of the joyous vibrancy of our social fabric.' 'All we can do is enjoy them while they last,' says Geetanjali Krishna.
Even after three decades, Mandi proves its lasting relevance and powerful impact on cinephile memory by inviting comparisons to Vidya Balan's Begum Jaan.
The apex court has also issued notice to Centre, Tamil Nadu and other states where 'Jallikattu' is played.
Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world last week, in 16 images.
Befikre is a colossally stupid film, says Raja Sen.
Prince, remembers Raja Sen, snuck his way into an underage brain and sparked off deliciously inappropriate thoughts in style.
Building toilets, however essential, must not be confused with sanitation and the crying need for a revamp of India's sewage systems.
Everton have been handed the dubious distinction of being the 'dirtiest' Premier League team after a study on the all-time cards and fouls by www.dirtyteams.co.uk.
The life of a chef in the kitchen, as late Anthony Bourdain saw it, had a glory to it. The kitchen gently moves forward in the culinary world, tightly packed, yes, but with leaders un-despotic.
Cartoon characters created and developed in local animation studios are enchanting Indian kids like never before, says Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.
Ultra-nationalist and schooled in their country's historical grievances, Russian soccer hooligans see themselves as fighting the Kremlin's geopolitical battles in miniature when they clash with foreign fans at the Euro 2016 tournament.
Upstaged by the swanky malls in town, both M G Road and Brigade Road have lost their "happening" status
A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Thursday
A temple on the mountain top. A lake and a waterfall. All in one day!
'As in the Panchatantra tale of the cat and the monkeys, it is possible for the clever swing State to play off the two competing powers.'
Politicians have continued taking people for granted and managed to stay above the law, says T N Ninan
What would happen if the home minister chose to go to the movies, and watched the current science-fiction hit, Christopher Nolan's Interstellar
This start-up connects diners with regional cuisines that restaurants do not serve.
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Sania Mirza savoured a historic 2015 as she became the first female player from India to win a women's doubles Grand Slam title on way to becoming World No 1 even as Yuki Bhambri presented himself in a new 'avtar', raising hopes on the otherwise barren singles circuit.
Take the kids you know (and the kid within you) and go watch The Jungle Book, Raja Sen advises.
Only making a to-do list is not sufficient; entrepreneurs know what-not-to-do on a particular day, as well.
Chartered accountant and commentator M R Venkatesh on why the GST Bill will cost the BJP dear.
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes rises above all its predecessors, says Paloma Sharma.
Coffee is a very small part of the magic that envelopes this beautiful land.
Hindi Medium works because it manages to stretch itself beyond its scrubby elements, easy half-baked jokes, lessons about consumerism and our love for English, into a simple story about a boy who would do anything to see his girl smile, feels Sreehari Nair.
On the occasion of Chinese New Year, we bring you a look at what 2015, the Year of the Sheep has in store for you!
The arrival a couple of days ago of a Chinese nuclear submarine for the first time in Karachi port, coinciding with a Chinese military delegation's visit, points to Pakistan's importance for China, says former R&AW officer Jayadeva Ranade.
In Goldberg's case, he would have done well to clip the emergency stop mechanism to his shirt or shorts - a move that could have saved him from dying says Dhruv Munjal.
Antonio Conte brushed aside the praise being heaped upon him and his high-flying Chelsea team on Friday, adamant that he would not let the plaudits distract them in their surge towards the English Premier League title.
Global health officials are racing to better understand the Zika virus behind a major outbreak that began in Brazil last year and has spread to many countries in the Americas.
'Anyone who heard her sing was left with a lump in the throat.'
The furore over the infamous Monkeygate row refuses to die down with former Australian captain Allan Border now saying that Cricket Australia should have called India's bluff instead of letting its own players down.
The popular island just off the coast of Mumbai has a lot more to offer than you know.
RIL has faced protests from local authorities, activists and residents across India campaigning against masts and roadworks.
'We had decided that if the audience liked Stree, then after two or three years we would plan a sequel.' 'Because of the kind of reaction we received for the film we have already started work on it.'
Rediff.com presents the gist of the speech delivered by Mr. Kailash Satyarthi on the Foundation Day of Rashtriya Swayam Sewak Sangh.
Theatre director, Joy Matthew has made a comeback to films after 26 years and he is busy like never before.
A big part of October's charm is in its taking of a cinematic tragedy and presenting to us how we may experience it in real life, says Sreehari Nair.
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