Holi Hues
BY VIBHA MITRA The colours of spring, the change of season to warmer tones of yellow, vermillion and green from the starkness of winters. Holi is symbolic of the victory of good over evil. Holika on the insistence of her brother, Hiranyakashyap tries to kill her nephew, Prahlad who is a pious virtuous kid and opposes his father’s wrongs. Holika gets burnt instead and people … Continue reading Holi Hues
Why Doth Thou Protest?
BY DOMINIC WIGHTMAN It would seem that farmers across the globe are far from happy. In the West, farmers are under assault from a raft of green policies which seek to dramatically alter their ways without adequate compensation, while large supermarkets continue to squeeze down on prices for basic commodities, so they remain competitive in their cut-throat market. In India, farmers’ protests were observed by … Continue reading Why Doth Thou Protest?
Mango Mocktail
When fruit juices seem to be too boring and alcohol feels too adventurous, Mocktails add life to parties with the right balance of fun and flavour. Ingredients Lime- 1, quartered Mango pulp- 5 cups Water- 2 tbsp Soda water- 1 cup Mint leaves- 6 Extra mint and lime Method STEP 1 Mix up the lime pieces in your glass and extract the juices with the help … Continue reading Mango Mocktail
The Mirror Of The Heart
Let go of your worriesand be completely clear-hearted,like the face of a mirrorthat contains no images.If you want a clear mirror,behold yourselfand see the shameless truth,which the mirror reflects.If metal can be polishedto a mirror-like finish,what polishing might the mirrorof the heart require?Between the mirror and the heartis this single difference:the heart conceals secrets,while the mirror does not. –Jalāl al-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī Continue reading The Mirror Of The Heart
Leave The Roads, Take The Trails
BY ANJALI HIREGANGE “Forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair” mused the philosopher-poet Khalil Gibran, and that was exactly what I was gifted upon my winding travels in the South Indian ghats of Palani. Having alighted at a little town called Perumalmalai, right after the Kodaikanal stop, I made my way to … Continue reading Leave The Roads, Take The Trails
The Indian People of Camaraderie
BY ZOHRA FATIMA Afternoon slumbers were often lulled by a euphonious voice next door, “one-two cha cha cha, let’s do that again….” It was the sound of dancing coming from next door. The Anglo-Indian mother and daughter duo ran a dance school named ‘Connie and Danny’ from home. She taught to waltz, Jive, Ballroom dancing, and salsa to her eager students. After the class ended, … Continue reading The Indian People of Camaraderie
Kabuliwala Calling
BY DRISHTI RAKHRA I told four people that I was going to watch ‘Kabuliwala Calling’. All their faces lit up with recognition, followed by the customary – “oh, I remember reading Kabuliwala. I loved it so much.” My mother, who hates every silent minute of reading, said, “Wait, let me show you adaptations of Kabuliwala,” and then began listing different shows for me to watch. … Continue reading Kabuliwala Calling
Of A Royal Women’s Day Celebration
CSM STAFF WRITER The world is opening up slowly with the Covid-19 pandemic appearing to wither off. (Touchwood, I do not want to jinx this). With these relaxations, one of the first public events to open their gates for the public again was the International Women’s Day celebrations. The city listings were brimming with offers, welcoming the guests to step outside for the taste of … Continue reading Of A Royal Women’s Day Celebration
Pop it like the 80s: Nostalgia
BY KAUSTAV BHATTACHARYA Reminiscence of an innocent adolescent’s love for the Hindi Pop songs In one of my previous textual reminiscences about Hindi Disco music, while writing and reflecting upon the 80s music, my mind drifted into the world of music of the 80s bringing back fond memories of those ‘innocently delinquent’ years. This time I wish to dwell upon the trend which defined 80s … Continue reading Pop it like the 80s: Nostalgia
Kolhapuri Mutton Curry
Kolhapuri Mutton Curry is an authentic delicacy of Maharashtra, a state in the western and central peninsular region of India. A lot of spices go in the making of the Kolhapuri curry, making it aromatic and flavoursome. Ingredients For the base: Oil- 2 tsp Cloves- 2 Star anise- 1 Dried bay leaves- 1 Peppercorns- 1 tsp Cinnamon stick- 1 inch Dried red chillies- 3 Coriander … Continue reading Kolhapuri Mutton Curry
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