Can the poor people of India think about environmental conservation, or is it just an intellectual exercise of the Euro-American agencies? This is exactly what Ramachandra Guha has uncovered in his latest book, Speaking with Nature: The Origins of Indian Environmentalism
Amitav Ghosh is one of the most celebrated contemporary authors, renowned for his deeply insightful and thought-provoking works that explore themes of history, culture, colonialism, climate change and the interconnectedness of human and natural worlds.
Serampore or Shrirampur, call it what you may, this little historic town in Bengal is a treasure trove for those interested in exploring old colonial settlements.
Dear reader, have you ever had sweet and sour chicken? You did right? Good! Let me also narrate one such sweet and sour story.
Vintage cars are not just an object of fascination but rather a testament to the progression of history, technology, artistic craftsmanship and the evolving automotive landscape.
Anindya Kar, a retired senior personnel of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC Ltd.), had been collecting notes since his college years, when he was 20-21.
The Statesman today stages the love story of Ambu and Sanghamitra Goswami, the couple who defied societal prejudices and class norms with the utmost faith, zeal and determination to be together.
In a remarkable achievement for Indian music on the global stage, renowned tabla player and music composer Abhirup Roy has been honoured with the prestigious Global Music Award in California, USA. Roy secured victories in both the "Best Original Score" and "Best Composer" categories for his evocative album, "The Other Half."
This year, it seems that the upcoming Venice Film Festival will be a very grand affair. Lots of stars are set to sail to the Festival venue, Island of Lido, a 20-minute boat ride from mainland Venice.
Manila is a vibrant and dynamic city with a whole lot in store for the intrepid traveller. Here’s a bucket list of 10 things that one has simply got to see and do when in the Philippines’ capital.
