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First International Calligraphy Festival of Kerala under way in Kochi is a hit with enthusiasts and fine arts students

Exhibition serves as an introduction to the potential of the art form which is gaining popularity among young artists in State




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Srikanth Nagothi: In ‘Month of Madhu’, I have tried to not judge the characters portrayed by Swathi and Naveen Chandra

Director Srikanth Nagothi holds forth on his Telugu film ‘Month of Madhu’ that features Swathi and Naveen Chandra as a middle-class couple




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Actor Vidyullekha Raman looks forward to her upcoming films

After completing 11 years in the industry with 75 films, Vidyullekha Raman says now is the best time for actors as the spotlight is on author-backed roles




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New menu of Chettinad Canteen in Coimbatore features kavuni arisi appam, bun parotta and more

From feather-light ‘kavanarisi appam’ in coconut milk and ‘kuzhi paniyaram’ served with ‘pepper kaadai’ to the classic ‘adi kumayam’ in ice cream, what makes this new menu tick at the Chettinad Canteen




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How to pamper the body and mind in Karkidakam month

As Karkidakam month that falls in the Malayalam calendar during July-August draws to close, it’s a good time to try rejuvenation therapy 




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Alcohol and Cancer Risk

A fact sheet that summarizes the evidence linking alcohol consumption to the risk of various cancers. Includes information about factors that affect the risk of alcohol-associated cancers, such as a person’s genes and tobacco use.




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Primary Bone Cancer

A fact sheet about the diagnosis and treatment of cancers that develop in the bones.




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Secondhand Smoke and Cancer

A fact sheet that summarizes the studies on the health effects of exposure to environmental (secondhand) tobacco smoke.




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Electromagnetic Fields and Cancer

A fact sheet about research on electric and magnetic fields and studies examining their potential connection with cancer.




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Cell Phones and Cancer Risk

A fact sheet that outlines the available evidence regarding use of cellular/mobile telephones and cancer risk.




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HPV and Pap Testing

A fact sheet that describes cervical cancer screening, which includes the Pap test and HPV testing. The fact sheet includes information about cervical cancer screening guidelines.




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Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer

A fact sheet that describes hormone therapy and its role in treating prostate cancer. Includes information about the different types of hormone therapy, how they are used, and possible side effects.




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Genetic Testing for Inherited Cancer Susceptibility Syndromes

A fact sheet about genetic testing for inherited cancer risk, including who should consider testing, how to understand test results, and who has access to a person’s test results. Also contains information about at-home, or direct-to-consumer, genetic tests.




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Targeted Cancer Therapies

A fact sheet that describes targeted cancer therapies, which are drugs that interfere with specific molecules involved in cancer cell growth and survival.




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The locals of Parengtar, a village on India-Bhutan border, are reviving the ancient practice of Kholey Dai

The third edition of community-driven, zero-waste Kholey Dai Harvest and Music Festival in Kalimpong’s Parengtar village puts the spotlight on the region’s Rai people and their love for paddy fields, music and dance



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Gauri Khan shares designs secrets from her latest project, the Falguni Shane Peacock store in Kolkata 

This is the third store that Gauri Khan has designed for FSP, after Mumbai and Hyderabad




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How Bloom In Green festival is attempting to spread the message of community and conscious living

Krishnagiri is set to host the fourth edition Bloom In Green festival from December 15 to 18




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Festival of lights, a display of antique oil lamps in Hyderabad

Antique collectors oil lamps on display at The Purple Turtles in Hyderabad




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American Airlines postpones launch of Seattle-Bengaluru flight

The airline says it is because this route requires flying through airspace currently involved in a military conflict




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The vibrant culture of Gujarat comes alive at Rann Utsav in Kutch

Prized buffaloes, white desert sunsets, stargazing and a Harappan site in India’s westernmost district



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Airports to ensure Digi Yatra registration is voluntary and consensual: Scindia

The Aviation Minister’s comments followed complaints from passengers about forceful collection of personal data at airports




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Birders in Visakhapatnam report a drop in number of species during the Asian Waterbird Census

Habitat destruction, poaching and landfills near water sources are some of major threats faced by wetlands and birds in and around it in Visakhapatnam




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This children’s book on Mahabalipuram explores the Shore Temple and other stone sculptures

The picture book navigates the Pallava-era architecture of this seaside tourist town near Chennai



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Day trips to Kashmir’s border towns, Gurez and Keran

As the army welcomes trekkers and tourists to Gurez and Keran, one can see local life play out and catch glimpses of the other side 




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Spanish woman gang rape case: Crimes against foreigners in India rarely result in convictions | Data

Approximately, one in twenty rape cases in which victims are foreigners results in convictions




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Powered by powdery snow, Gulmarg is vying to become an international winter sports venue

Indian Olympic Association is working on an international certification for the Gulmarg slopes, which are covered by the powdery snow needed for professional skiing




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Women who drive SUVs in Thiruvananthapuram form a group to explore new paths of adventure

The women want to go on offroading trips and on long-distance drives




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Experience diverse themes in photography in an exhibition in Andhra University

A two-day exhibition by students of Diploma in Photography of Andhra University in Visakhapatnam unfolds diverse themes and creative vision



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For a short, dreamy break, Sri Lanka’s Bentota makes for a perfect getaway

Believed to have been named after a mythical demon, ‘Bem’ who ruled the river banks ‘tota’, a portion of this coastal town, once a fishing/farming village, and now popular with tourists, is sandwiched between the river and the sea




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What our cities need: a master plan

Data deficiency and lack of decentralisation make it a challenge to fix our cities and hill stations from the bottom up




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A suitcase full of clouds | Stocking up on chubitchi brew and smoked pork in Iewduh, Shillong

When a restaurant owner from Chennai made space in her suitcase for Khasi delicacies, smoked meats, and some local liquor




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When author André Aciman goes on holiday

The Call Me By Your Name author on how travel makes him feel and why he desires solitude




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Kodaikanal | The hills are (barely) alive

Kodaikanal is a microcosm of a national problem. Our mountains need better scrutiny to ensure their fragile ecosystems do not buckle under rampant development and tourism




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Discover the hidden charm of Anija on the Odisha-Andhra border

Explore a world of greens, caves and rivers at Anija village in the Rayagada district of Odisha




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Composer Vipin Mishra rides to Zanskar Valley with friends to record nomadic music

The travel resulted in a docu-series titled Folkroad, which was screened recently at the Red Lorry Festival in Mumbai.




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Aboard The World your residence changes every day

A peep into what it is like to live onboard the world’s largest privately-owned residential ship, home to about 150 families




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Win a stay at Sridevi’s beach house in Chennai, and get a private tour from Janhvi Kapoor

Janhvi Kapoor talks us through her family beach house, now available to guests and the only Indian property on the Airbnb Icons list, the others being the house from Up, a night at the Ferrari Museum, and Prince’s Purple Rain abode among others Win a stay at Sridevi’s beach house, as Janhvi Kapoor takes you through her favourite nooks and things to do, as part of Airbnb Icons



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Explore the hidden frontiers of Arabia with Reza Pakravan

In this new show, Reza Pakravan claims to show viewers never-before-seen caves and canyons in Arabia




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This woman from Assam is on a solo world tour on a bike

Meenakshi Das from Assam talks about her journey to see the world solo on her two-wheeler




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An appetite for adventure

Meet Nellie Bly the journalist who became famous for travelling around the world in 72 days and beat the fictional record set by Phileas Fogg in Jules Verne’s classic novel Around the World in 80 Days.




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South Asia’s highest ‘land art’ festival set in Ladakh reflects on climate change

Art at an altitude of 3,500 metres? South Asia’s highest contemporary land art festival is back with its second edition in Ladakh with site-specific installations and sustainable sculptures



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Inside Curdi, the submerged Goan village that emerges between April and June

PRINT: The writer takes a trip to the submerged Goan village that comes alive for its annual temple festival between April and June




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Flight cancellations affected 1.5 lakh people since December 2023: Data

After the COVID-19 lockdowns and jet fuel hikes, aviation firms are now grappling with crew troubles




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Ronil Goa offers Bloody Marys with breakfast, and a DJ at the energy pool

At Ronil Goa, India’s first JdV by Hyatt five-star resort, the old and the new blend in seamlessly, making space for high energy party seekers as well as guests in search of a quiet holiday




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Fancy an AI-powered vacation in Dubai?

From courteous robots to generative AI art; Dubai’s determinedly futuristic landscape makes for a transformative holiday destination 




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Scholars, historians on a mission to illuminate Srikakulam’s forgotten heritage

While Buddhist structures in Dantapuri near Amadalavalasa have suffered damage, the Salihundam structure near Gara remains largely in good shape, thanks to initiatives taken by the Archaeological Survey of India and Tourism department




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Karnataka to restart 3,800 bus routes suspended during COVID-19 pandemic

Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy says besides restarting bus routes, 10,000 trips will be added




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Spot manta rays in the Maldives with private cruises, on-call services 

Private cruises and on-call services highlight this year’s manta spotting season courtesy of The Manta Trust in the Maldives




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Experience the beauty of Eastern Ghats with monsoon treks in Andhra and Odisha

Embark on treks and trails in the Eastern Ghats and experience the splendour of the monsoon in Andhra-Odisha region




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A Chennai-based medical practitioner’s coffee table book captures the Himalayas across the seasons and terrains over two decades

How life changing is the Himalayan range? Dr Periyathiruvadi, a Chennai-based medical practitioner and founder of Lister Metropolis, has curated a coffee table book of photos from the mountains to answer this question