'When He Played The Tabla It Was Magic'

'The balance Zakir Bhai created between rhythm and execution...his maths during his performances were perfect, and yet he was a fountain of improvisation.' IMAGE: Eleven-year-old Puneet Thakkar,......

The Wonder World Of Indian English

Indian English is the only language that uses the expression 'non-veg' for meat, fish, and those who consume them. A fascinating extract from Shashi Tharoor's A Wonderland of Words: Around the Word......

We Are In An Era Of Puppets And Puppeteers

'As we enter 2025, it must be acknowledged that there is a convergence of capital, influential people (from business and politics) and technology deciding the destiny of others in the name of......

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

The eulogies will pour for Ustad Zakir Hussain.There will be those who recount his genius, his enterprise, his achievements, his grace, and his charm.I have no selfies or autographs to remember him......

'People Said I Was A Bewaqoof'

'Everything in life is about timing.''I came to films when the disco craze had started.''Everything just fell into place: The shorts, the slimness, the songs, and my combination with Usha Uthup and......

Go Chic This Pongal

Filmi divas offer some tips on how to dress up traditionally on Pongal and keep it very, very, chic. Namrata Thakker sifts through some amazing styles. Photograph: Kind courtesy Janhvi......

Paatal Lok 2 Review: Riveting!

Paatal Lok 2 breaks the second season curse and spins yet another engrossing mystery, observes Mayur Sanap. It is always daunting to dive into shows that had excellent first seasons, as more often......

'Attack On Saif Is A Wake-Up Call'

'The incident has underlined that you can't leave anything to chance or take anything for granted.''You have to ensure that your family is taken care of 24x7.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Shreyas......

National Shooting Trials: Manu Bhaker back with a bang!

IMAGE: Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker won the bronze medal in the women's 25m pistol event at the national selection trials in Delhi on Monday -- her first competitive event since the Paris Olympic......

'Dubai Will Be A Different Challenge'

'Quickly assessing what's required to do here will be the key for us.''If we can assess quickly and adjust our batting or bowling quickly that will help us moving forward.'K R Nayar listens in.......

Champions Trophy: Can India overcome these 3 threats?

Pace talisman Jasprit Bumrah's absence will certainly hurt India big time, but quality of batting and spin bowling will make Rohit Sharma's team one of the title contenders alongside South Africa......

Gill's century powers India to ODI series sweep vs England

Images from the third and final One-Day International between India and England at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. Scorecard IMAGE: Shubman Gill celebrates after completing......

PSG, Juve, Dortmund take UCL playoff leads in style

Unstoppable Dembele earns PSG 3-0 win at Brest IMAGE: Paris St Germain's Ousmane Dembele celebrates scoring their second goal. Photograph: Stephane Mahe/Reuters Paris St Germain seized......