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Our Wildest Ride Yet

Dr Jeannette Wolfe, an academic emergency physician, and Barbara Annis, Founder and CEO of Gender Intelligence Group, share their insights into the worldwide pandemic COVID 19

Finding the REAL INDIA

Abhiraj Rajadhyaksha and Niyati Mavinkurve’s brainchild, ‘Following Love’ is a one-of-a-kind social media page, which lists out the 100 reasons why one should love India. Anurima Das catches up with this influencer duo, who are spreading joy, positivity and lots of knowledge, one social media account

Around the world in 5

For their natural picturesque setting, one of the more sought - after summer vacation spots in the world are waterfalls. Team Culturama takes a look at some of the famous and stunning waterfalls from across the globe!

ANIMALS OF WORSHIP

India has long held sacred its wildlife in its myths, epics and in daily worship. Jeremy D’Cruz delves deep into some of the interesting stories surrounding animals, which have become an integral part of the Indian ethos.

The Heat Is On

It is Earth Day on April 22 and in the wake of unprecedented, accelerated climate change, Saniya Surana explores lifestyle concepts from around the world that could possibly lead us towards everyday sustainable living

THE CHALLENGE OF CHOOSING TO BE KIND

Eknath Easwaran answers questions about how to be kind with others without compromising on your own emotions and happiness

How Bullying Can Be Dangerous If Left Unchecked

Antara Kothari examines how bullying may seem cool but is really dangerous if left unchecked.

Men In Trend

Gone are the days when runways and fashion weeks were mostly about women’s couture. Since 2010, the emphasis on men’s wear has rocketed! Deepa Kalukuri writes about what’s hot and happening in men’s couture line this season

Speaking Up

Vibha Bakshi, Honorary Doctorate and National Award-winning director and producer, speaks to Sonia Hays about her movie Son Rise and breaking the silence on gender violence across the world

Learning, Love, Self-worth & Empathy

When you walk into Redwood Montessori, the first thing that will get your attention are the heart-warming and lively artistic works of the students on display. The Montessori was established in 2011 with 11 children and has now become a well-known institution just through word-of-mouth. Hands-on teachers and founders Shankari Kamakshi Subbiah and Madhura Visweswaran speak to Team Culturama about their passion and goals.

Around The World In 5

Across cultures, masks are used for many reasons — for protection, as a disguise, for entertainment and as part of rituals. They have been known to reveal the inner selves of the wearer, or to represent mythical characters, archetypes or personas (mask in ancient Latin means persona). The oldest mask is said to be from 7000 BC. Team Culturama explores the nature of masks across the globe

Getting Wiser

Eknath Easwaran points out that the only thing you are permitted to take on your final journey is who you are.

Breathing Life Into Clay

The now much-touted environment-friendly mantra Reduce – Reuse – Recycle was simply a way of life in ancient India. It was taken for granted that one used only as much as one needed, one conserved natural resources and made responsible use of whatever was handy so that man’s footprint, carbon or otherwise, was as limited on the universe as possible. Often, to ensure that these eco-friendly practices were carried out without fail, and on a large scale, a religious colour was given to them. Thus, sustainable habits became religious traditions. As the puja season approaches, Susan Philip looks at a very common tradition, the origins of which have perhaps been lost in antiquity.

A Date With History

Sunitha Vardhan, a photographer and traveller, takes a leisurely holiday in the culturally rich country of Greece.

A New Dimension To Shopping

FABINDIA LAUNCHES TWO EXPERIENCE CENTERS IN CHENNAI!

Sound Action! Camera

A Spaniard Filmmaker on Satyajit Ray, One of India’s Finest Filmmakers and an Academy Award Winner for Lifetime Achievement

The Mystery of the Mantram

Can’t See How Just Repeating a Word Over and Over Can Do Anything?

Leading By Example

A SESSION ON GENDER INTELLIGENCE AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE STUDENTS OF INDIA'S BEST B-SCHOOL

Art Of Living

MEET ARTIST SEEMA KOHLI WHOSE CANVASES ARE LAYERED WITH MANY, MANY STORIES ROOTED AS MUCH IN PHILOSOPHY AS IN KNOWLEDGE GAINED IN MODERN TIMES; A PARABLE OF TALES BOTH IMAGINED AND REAL

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SHORT CULTURAL SNIPPETS FOR AN EASILY DIGESTIBLE INDIA

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SHORT CULTURAL SNIPPETS FOR AN EASILY DIGESTIBLE INDIA

Going The Whole 6 Yards

DIDEM ATAHAN FABIG, AN AMERICAN WOMAN OF TURKISH ORIGIN AND WIFE OF THE GERMAN CONSUL GENERAL TO CHENNAI, TOUCHES ON HOW SHE MAKES THE MOST OF LIVING ACROSS COUNRIES AND CULTURES

The Reel India

INDIA AND INDIANS HAVE BEEN PORTRAYED IN VARIOUS FORMS IN HOLLYWOOD FILMS – A FEW CLICHED, A FEW UNUSUAL, OTHERS LAYERED AND REALISTIC. WE TAKE A LOOK AT SOME OF THE MOST ICONIC CHARACTERS AND REPRESENTATIONS FROM YESTERYEAR TO NOW

The Way Of Love

IT HAS MANY AVATARS. POETS HAVE CELEBRATED ITS VARIOUS FORMS DOWN THE AGES, AND IT CONTINUES TO BE A MUSE FOR ALL GENRES OF ART. IT IS LOVE. THE BHAGAVAD GITA LISTS LOVE – PREETHI – AMONG THE QUALITIES THAT CHARACTERISE THE IDEAL WOMAN

A Festival A Day...

THERE IS A JOKE THAT, IN INDIA, THERE ARE 365 DAYS AND 366 FESTIVALS IN A YEAR. FOR SURE, INDIA ABOUNDS IN FESTIVE OCCASIONS – ON A PERSONAL AND COMMUNAL LEVEL – AND IT IS THESE CELEBRATIONS THAT ACT AS CONNECTING THREADS IN THE SUBCONTINENT’S MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY

To Market, To Market...

…with Manipuri Matriarchs Who Have Created A Unique Marketplace – Set Up By And For Women Traders. The System Is A Medium Of Opportunity, And An Example Of How Right Thought And Effort Can Lead To Long- Lasting Fame Or ‘kirti’. This Form Of Strength Is Latent In Women (And Men, Too), But Requires Effort To Find It. Once Found, It Can Be Used To Build A Lasting ‘brand’

Off The Beaten Path

Be It For A Weekend Road Trip Or A Longer Getaway, Why Not Pick A Place That Is Not Overrun By Tourists? We Give You Our Pick Of Some Not-so-well-explored Places That Are Worth Charting A Route To

Wild Yet Demure

Sita Was Not Just A Daughter Or Wife, Princess Or Queen – She Embodied Multiple Roles, With Each Role Representing A Different Facet Of Nature

A Lotus For A Temple

Baha Is an Arabic-persian Word. It Is Neither a Name Nor a Noun; It Is an Adjective Meaning ‘glory’ of God

Colours Of Paradise

Colours have different meanings for different cultures