Apurva believes in sustainable fashion
She was in the fifth grade when Apurva Anil decided to become a fashion designer. It was her love for fine arts and interest in illustrations and fashion shows on television that led her to pursue it...
View ArticleWomen travelling solo learn valuable lessons
Travelling alone can be liberating, and women in Bengaluru are doing it more than ever before. They say the experience teaches them many lessons. Nithyashri, actor and dancer, loves travelling solo for...
View ArticleElection anthem grooves to Yogaraj Bhat's wit
It is perhaps for the very first time that Karnataka elections will have an anthem. The idea of having one is to not only draw peoples attention to the forthcoming elections but to also inspire...
View ArticleOut here, waste is wealth
With pollution getting out of hand in cities like Bengaluru, it was only a matter of time before entrepreneurs found some use for it. Building bricks from sewage sludge Students of CMR Institute of...
View ArticleMangoes slightly dearer this season
The mango season has arrived, and a shopping tip: the prices at Hopcoms are way lower than at the supermarkets. Prices are higher than last year by 10-20 per cent, shopkeepers said. Early supplies...
View ArticleSurprises when you travel economy class
The travel season is upon us. Most people choose economy when it comes to air travel, and that means cramped seats and other woes. Here are some incidents recounted by Bengaluru passengers: Arre...
View ArticleShruti Pathak's new song tops the chart
Bollywood singer Shruti Pathak lent her voice to the popular song Mar Jawaan from Fashion which still remains a favourite among many. Its been a decade since and she is now one of industrys leading...
View ArticleAfraid to write about humans, admits Perumal Murugan
Think of Perumal Murugan, and his controversial novel One Part Woman come to mind immediately. The author was in the city on Friday to talk about his latest book Poonachi. In a candid chat with Tini...
View ArticleSteve Rice impressed with the originality of 'David'
When Steve Rice was asked to come on board and take over as the director of photography for Kannada film David, he didnt think twice before accepting the offer. In fact, he was excited at the prospect...
View ArticleRuler of our hearts
My husband Saurab and I have jobs with odd timings; often our Good nights and Good mornings will be said during opposite times. Being part of a nuclear family, I would find the house empty after I...
View Article'India has a firm grasp on every style'
Her moves have set the internet on fire but American dancer Dana Alexa does not prefer to rest on her laurels. The winner of Emmy award-winning television show The Amazing Race, Dana has been a dancer...
View ArticleGuardian of the past
When kids his age are glued to computer screens or mobile phones, Joseph Jose Ottaplackal prefers to stroll down memory lane. The student of Bethany High, who just finished his tenth standard board...
View ArticleA long way to go before we achieve 'health for all'
The theme for World Health Day this year is Health for all. Affordable healthcare is still a long way off in Bengaluru and Karnataka, say activists. Akhila Vasan, co-convenor of NGO Karnataka...
View Article'Andhagaara' is a film about night blindness
At a time when thrillers and unique concepts are ruling Sandalwood, Andhagaara will be a trial to see what works and what doesnt. The film is directed by Jayakumar. The movie is about a man who suffers...
View Article'Life hack' videos gain in popularity among youth
Life hack videos are becoming popular. Their purpose is to offer smarter methods to do things around the house. More than a thousand hack videos are around on the Net. Bengalureans find the tips they...
View ArticleYo! Hip hop culture finding takers in city
Hip hop, historically perceived as the musical expression of urban youth, is slowly being incorporated into the music culture of many cities, Bengaluru being one of them. Hip hop culture includes rap...
View ArticleFancy fonts on vehicles a big headache for cops
Of the 90 lakh traffic offences booked in the city in 2016 and 2017, defective number plate accounts for 62,785 and 2.44 lakh respectively. The traffic police say vehicles with defective number plates...
View ArticleMany restaurants now welcome autistic people
Sisters Juhi and Bobby Ramani are on a mission to make restaurants in the city friendly to those with autism. On World Autism Day, they are marking a milestone: 15 restaurants now welcome autistic...
View ArticleA cut apart from the rest
There is an air of unconventionality about fashion designer, author and activist Wendell Rodricks. The Goan in him unwraps itself and springs forth as he starts to speak and you are not surprised how...
View ArticleNo regulatory body for tutorial centres
The latest CBSE paper leak, allegedly from Ranchi, suggests tutorial institutes are implicated. Metrolife asked around about tutorial centres in Bengaluru, and found them completely outside the...
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