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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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Daily quiz | On James Bond film series

On October 5, 1962, Dr. No, the first film of the James Bond series was released in the United Kingdom. A quiz on the film series based on the books written by Ian Fleming




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Why a cruise would be the best option for a memorable vacation?

Post the pandemic, it is smooth sailing for cruising as an increasing number of Indians pack their bags to enjoy vacations on luxury liners




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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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Primary Bone Cancer

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




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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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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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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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Domestic air passenger traffic rise 9% in November

IndiGo remained the country's largest domestic carrier but its market share declined to 61.8% in November from 62.6% in October.




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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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Silent traffic jams: How Aizawl’s road etiquette is a sign of a broader peace

The MLA from Aizawl South 3 assembly constituency narrates her experience of traversing the narrow lanes and roads of Mizoram’s capital




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Run among the skies: Balloon Run Marathon highlights TNIBF 2024

In its ninth edition this year, the festival is expected to draw at least 40,000 visitors, indicating a shift in destination tourism




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Araku Pinery, a new community-based eco-tourism project near Visakhapatnam

Enjoy misty winter mornings with a warm cup of coffee at Araku Pinery, a new eco-tourism project by the AP Forest Department in Anjoda, located at a distance of about 130 kilometres from Visakhapatnam




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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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Bespoke wildlife luxury experiences in India for the New Year

Bespoke luxury experiences in the wild are offering travellers a lot more than just tiger spotting




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Traversing through time: Exploring Coimbatore through a heritage walk

Discovering nuggets of Coimbatore’s history through the 16th year of the heritage walk by historian Rajesh Govindarajulu




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Experience a slice of tribal life at Giri Grama Darshini, a tourism project near Visakhapatnam

Get a peek of the adivasi culture at Giri Grama Darshini, a tourism project by ITDA and Pedalabudu Eco Tourism Society




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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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The AlUla trump card | How Saudi Arabia is reopening the Incense Road

Immersive museums, historic digs and a heterogeneous workforce are helping pave the way as Saudi Arabia pivots from a carbon-based economy to a culture-focused one




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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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Cabinet approves Phase 3 of Namma Metro

44.65 km of new line will be added to the network by 2028 at a cost of ₹ 15,611 crore




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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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Holiday bookings up this summer vacation, with some impact from upcoming Lok Sabha elections

There is an increase of 30-40% in domestic travel, and 15% in international travel bookings




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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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What India’s Jewish buildings have to say

Jewish-origin architecture in the country appears to advocate a community-led way of life. What’s unique is that the restoration and adaptive reuse of synagogues, hospitals and houses is often funded by people of other faiths



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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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These 10 new travel books are a wonderful way to immerse yourself in a destination

From the wildernesses of India to the adventures of an early historical feminist, here’s a selection of recent titles




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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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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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Explore India : Five incredible holiday experiences

Be it the magnificent landscapes that are rich in flora and fauna or the diverse and vibrant heritage and culture that the country boasts, India has something in store for every traveller. Here is a curated list of some of the incredible experiences one can have in India. Pick the ones you want to experience during your holidays. 




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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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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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Dutch building in Srikakulam drawing tourists in droves

The elegant structure, which was constructed 300 years ago on the banks of Nagavali river, is said to have served as a shelter for traders and others who used to visit the district for business purposes; a major portion of the building has however collapsed




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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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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




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Scoot begins air services from Singapore to Malaysia’s Sibu

The company is operating three weekly flights with a maximum seating capacity of 112 passengers from the Asian financial hub to the city on Borneo Island




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Why you should ditch touristy holiday destinations for Sibu — Malaysia’s quaint city on Borneo Island

Nearly 60 kilometres from the South China Sea, this city in Borneo offers a variety of traditional cuisines




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Why is Kunal Vijayakar on a Broacha family Holiday?

As the Broacha family holidays in Bali, Kunal Vijayakar joins in as the slowest member of the entourage




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Union Budget slashes Bengaluru Suburban Railway Project allocation by ₹100 crore

The Union Budget allocates ₹350 crore for the BSRP, down from last year’s allocation of ₹450 crore