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The Story of Karnataka’s Formation
Features
Media Freedom: Past, Present, And Future
'There are no laws to protect the rights of journalists'
Features
A Cricket Thinker Recalls his School Life
Features
Wanted Luggage Space In BMTC Buses
Commentary
Killing With Excessive Work
Features
Life, Ultimate Inspiration For Cinema
Features
India’s Work-Life Crisis Exposed
News
The Laddu Politics
Unfolding the truth about Tirupati Laddu controversy
Kartik Guruprasad Shukla
News
Top Marks Trouble
NEET UG 2024 under the scanner.
Hassya Pawar
Features
Bengaluru Celebrates Raja Ravi Varma's Legacy with "Daughter of Providence" Exhibition
From being the granddaughter of Ravi Varma, queen of Travancore to a grandmother and a great grandmother she was the center of her family's life.
Features
My Way or the Mysore Way?
Artist Finds Artistic Freedom Within Tradition
News
MVA checkmates BJP in Maharashtra
Maharashtra's Coalition Casts BJP into Opposition
Hassya Pawar
News
BJP Cut To Size; INDIA Shines
This election’s outcome at the very least burst the bubble surrounding Prime Minister Modi's charisma.
News
Will Modi Sarkar prevail?
Parliament polls: NDA VS INDIA
News
Prajwal Revanna Arrested by Female Officers at the Bengaluru Airport
Revanna was handed up to the SIT by airport security and then escorted to the Bengaluru CID office.
News
King Khan offers Gauri a Blank Cheque
Riders knighted: a facile
G Sai Prashanth
News
JDS SUPREMO ASKS NEPHEW TO RETURN AND FACE ASSAULT CHARGES
“Ignore all advice and come back”
News
Krishnanagar: The Political Cauldron
Krishnanagar: The Political Cauldron
Sangshaptak Mahato
News
Father of the minor involved in the Porsche crash arrested
Public outcry results in action taken on individuals involved in the accident
Lalitha H
News
Political Melting Pot
Karnataka records 69.2% voter turnout in the Lok Sabha polls
G Sai Prashanth
News
FAITH AND GOVERNANCE: AN INEVITABLE COLLISION?
BJP candidate Tejasvi Surya booked by EC for soliciting votes on the grounds of religion
Features
Unveiling the Stories and Faces that Weave the Soul of Bengaluru
This street chronicles the essence of Bengaluru through diverse stories and the faces of its street vendors, showcasing their resilience, dreams and contributions to the city’s rich fabric of life.
News Analysis
An Impossible Choice
As the United States faces another pivotal election, citizens grapple with dwindling trust in leadership and each other, navigating a landscape marked by economic hardship, political division, and a fundamental erosion of democratic values
Features
Shayari on a plate
Lucknow, ‘Nawabo ka shahar’ a visual tapestry woven with threads of history, culture, architectural splendor and of course culinary finesse.
Hassya Pawar
News
Suchana’s neighbours ‘shocked’ that she is accused of murdering her son
“She was a single mother and seemed dedicated to her son”
Isha R Gopalan
News
Is India flourishing?
Raghuram Rajan and Rohit Lamba on India’s economic future
G Sai Prashanth
Features
Lilting words, soothing rhythms
Magical poetry meets melody
Utkarsha Gandhe
Features
Journey with Jung
Sulagna Sengupta talks about her second book on Jung and India
VEDHAVATHI E
News
NSoJ at BLF 2023
Students of NSoJ rock it at Bangalore Literature Festival
News
A sigh of relief
The world applauded the sheer willpower of the stranded personnel and the rescue workers.
News
41 lives at stake at Silkyara, First visuals emerge as Rescue Operations Continue
The first images of the 41 workers trapped inside the Silkyara tunnel surfaced on November 21.
News Analysis
‘LADEN’ WITH ANIMUS
A letter out of the blue is setting social media abuzz
Animesh Kaushik
News
Meet The Fallen Heroes
A heartbreaking list of journalists who have lost their lives in the Israel-Palestine conflict
News
Aussies grab the cup
Monday blues never hit this hard
News
Shami's Magnificent Seven takes India to the final
India clinch 10th straight win in record clash
News
India hockey queens reign supreme!
Indian Hockey Queens Thrash Japan in Asian Champions Trophy 2023 Final,win 4-0.
VEDHAVATHI E
News
Rise and fall of King Bibi
The man once believed to be “Mr. Security”, has now lost the faith of his people.
Isha R Gopalan
News
Egypt, US, Israel might agree to a ceasefire in Southern Gaza
Egyptian controlled Rafah border to re-open for aid to Gaza
Features
A VISUAL FEAST FOR THE SOUL
An enchanting trip to the land of many lakes
VEDHAVATHI E
Features
WITH GREAT EASE
A must see exhibition is on tracing a rich legacy
Features
Almond Blossoms to A Bedroom in Arles
An alluring insight into an enigmatic life, on vast white drapes.
Vedashree Vijapure
News
DRAPED IN TRICOLOURS
Indian scientists achieve another milestone
Utkarsha Gandhe
News
LANGUAGE PLEASE!
Apex Court's handbook tries to smash gender stereotypes
Ada Khan
News
Unstoppable Champs
Fighting many odds, the Spaniards take the cup
Features
Burnishing fame
The long awaited Gear 5 makes its debut leaving anime fans in thrall.
G Sai Prashanth
Features
Wreck It, Johar!
Rocky Aur Rani celebrates feminism and ageless love
News
We need fraternity now more than ever before
Ace actor Prakash Raj talks about fraternity, a constitutional ideal the nation strives for
Sweety Mohanta
Features
Climate Chaos
From the catastrophic Canadian wildfires to the devastation left behind by the Himachal floods, the earth has now started ‘to boil’.
Sweety Mohanta
News
Light at the end of the tunnel?
Decongesting India’s tech capital
G Sai Prashanth
Features
Tomato Troubles: Viral Veil Shadows Karnataka's Harvest Hub
Tomato Leaf Curl Virus wreaks havoc on Kolar's agricultural ecology, driving up tomato prices. As yields decline and prices rise, farmers, traders, and consumers are fighting to survive.
Arjun
Features
Not plastic, but quite fantastic!
This makes you laugh hysterically while bringing about the imperfections of society and celebrating gender equality.
Hassya Pawar
News Analysis
'GUARANTEE’D SUCCESS?
A historic win in the state of Karnataka by the Indian National Congress (INC) is seen as the point where the party started taking the fight right to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) camp.
Animesh Kaushik
Features
Movie Review: Oppenheimer (2023)
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Godwin
Features
Beyond Tailpipe Emissions
Assessing the Full Environmental Tradeoffs and Impacts of Electric Vehicles.
Arjun
News Analysis
Aiming for the big prize
Disparate ideologies shares a common agenda
Features
PERCEPTION PLOYS
Even the comma has an effect, which is why companies tend not to put any commas on their price tags most of the time. This article features more ways that big companies use to alter our perceptions for one reason or another.
Animesh Kaushik
News
The Urban agglomerate and its crumbling infrastructure
Bengaluru’s struggle to counter the heavier monsoon
G Sai Prashanth
News
US Media Lambasts Modi: Criticism Mounts Over Indian Prime Minister
Human Rights in Focus: US Media's Critical Coverage of Modi Visit Puts Spotlight on Leadership and Humanitarian Concerns
Features
Bhoomi Habba- A celebration of humanity
Bhoomi Habba, the annual event organized by Visthar, a 33 year old non-profit organization recently at their campus in Kothanur, Bengaluru, just after the UN Environmental day on June 5th.
Shradha Rajeev Menon
Features
Deep scars on mother earth
The environmental scars left by this battle are permanent
G Sai Prashanth
News
Race to Delhi
2024 will be a historic battle as Opposition parties are coming together to ally against the ruling NDA government.
Sweety Mohanta
News
Karnataka's fate in the hands of Congress
A detailed analysis of the Karnataka state election 2023
G Sai Prashanth
Features
The Psychology of War and Hunger in All Quiet On The Western Front
When one first watches the German anti-war film ‘All Quiet on the Western Front’, one is staggered by the extensive, expertly crafted colour grading and cinematography of the film. The second and third times one watches it, they focus on the writing and research behind the film
S Ananya
Features
Forest Inside A Metropolis
Have you ever come across a forest inside a city? If not, here is one. A civil engineer by profession, a 60-year-old Chennai man has set up a mini forest in his house.
Nivetha C
News
Congress and BJP fight a pitched battle for votes in historic Shivajinagar
More than 9,000 minority voters' fate hangs in balance
Shuchi Srivastava
Features
Setting new democratic standards
Social media’s role in molding and mending a vibrant and democratic society has increased manifold in recent years
A.Virginia
Features
Bygone Era of Libraries
With changing times, private libraries kept closing their shutters. What led to this change?
Vandana Nair
Features
They long for peace and quietude
Fontainhas is an old Latin Quarter situated in Panjim, Goa. A Portuguese-influenced quarter, this area is over 250 years old.
Vandana Nair
Features
Hunger is the pain of the soul
Coming from a financially weak family, a young woman from Valasaravakkam, Chennai, provides food for around 200 people every day. She also helps aged people who have been abandoned by their families and provides mentoring to young girls on their personal and career growth.
Nivetha C
Features
Indulge in the World of Cartoons
The Indian Institute of Cartoonists (IIC) was founded in 2001 with the goal of promoting the fraternity of cartoonists in the country. However, there was no dedicated space for the institute’s functioning.
Vandana Nair
Commentary
Sideways too
Traditionalists in the civil services community have decried the scheme of “parachuting people”.
Atul Ranjan
News
Bookstores’ never-ending fight to survival
Church Street has been home to a number of bookstores for long. With the bustling crowd that visits this street, bookstores here have a good number of footfalls. A lot of this changed during covid-19 lockdowns and restrictions. People did not venture out during these times which came as a shocking blow to stores that survived on daily sales.
Vandana Nair
News
The final push
Having established itself as a hegemon in others, Bihar is the Hindi heartland's last battleground for the Bharatiya Janata Party.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Flicker Cinema in India: Beyond the Boundaries of Film and Art
Flicker cinema is not without its detractors. Some critics and viewers found the rapid flashing lights to be overwhelming or even physically uncomfortable to sit through. Others argued that the genre lacked substance and was merely a gimmick. Despite these criticisms, flicker cinema has had a lasting impact on experimental film and video art.
Godwin
Features
Mental Health - Still A Stigma In Sports?
The mental health of sports persons gained limelight recently when Indian cricketer Virat Kohli opened up about the pressures faced by the athletes and how important it was to take breaks to have a strong comeback.
Nivetha C
Features
Cover fire politics
Despite ample questions and allegations hurled in the house, Modi decided against playing on the opposition's wicket.
Atul Ranjan
Features
A Price for Beauty
Is India adopting alien aesthetic standards in terms of beauty?
G Sai Prashanth
Features
Abstractionism on the bigger screen
How do independent artists survive the hegemony of Indian mainstream media? With the growing interest in experimental films, they have found new platforms to express their art.
Sweety Mohanta
Features
Where do they see themselves in one year?
Delhi's not-so-favourite regional chieftain trio have their future hang in balance. But there are silver linings.
Atul Ranjan
Features
300 Participated In 2-Day Hindu Convention
A two-day convention that discussed a few topics related to the Hindu community.
Nivetha C
Features
CAN CONCRETE BE MINDFUL?
Architecture goes hand in hand with Psychology.
Isha R Gopalan
Features
What Rahul can learn from Chief Minister Modi
Bharat Jodo Yatra is approaching its end. But Rahul's effort has failed to capture the country's imagination. Here's what he can learn from Chief Minister Modi.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Touch and burn
Exploding beauty industry, which also provides a pathway for the booming fake cosmetics product.
Nischita G
Features
The role of mind perception: the fundamental navigation tool of human social lives
Understanding Bhuta Kola: A Psychological Analysis of Perception and the Perspectives of People
G Sai Prashanth
Features
The enigma solved: the mystery of the missing nose
The brain has been held accountable for the mysterious disappearance of the nose from the field of view.
G Sai Prashanth
Features
Detrimental effects of obsessive workouts
New link emerging between strenuous exercise and adverse outcomes.
G Sai Prashanth
Features
‘For Every Right, There Is A Corresponding Duty’
The judiciary can be seen as the centre of this architecture so as to ensure that none of the players cross (the rules) and the integrity of the constitution remains the same.
Features
Treading through the ‘Land’mine
The latest survey offers a ray of hope for resolution of the long-standing disputes over land.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Privacy: a right or a myth?
Is it ethically acceptable to observe and record people's behaviour without their knowledge and consent?
Isha R Gopalan
Features
Moving up the ladder?
The widely prevalent ‘sarpanch pati’ culture is a major roadblock to developing leadership among women.
Atul Ranjan
Features
The Kalinga War: A Change of Heart?
A Psychological Analysis on Attitude Change
Priyanka Giri
Features
Gehlot at crossroads
As rumours of Ashok Gehlot being the Gandhis’ favoured face for the party president surface, Atul Ranjan dissects the deal placed before Gehlot.
Atul Ranjan
Features
The Unsinkable Ship of Optimism
The Titanic Tragedy and Optimism Bias
Sanjana Vijayabaskar
Features
Will the PM’s Pasmanda ‘sneh’ include ‘samman’?
After the BJP’s victory in Rampur and Azamgarh, the PM pushes for placating Pasmandas. Here’s a look at the demands and struggles of a major section of Pasmandas.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Fact-checking and Disinformation Workshop at NSOJ
“Information empowers, but its overload cripples"
Nivetha C
Features
Broken Promises
India's political discourse has taken an alarming turn. Large-scale alienation of minorities is imminent.
Atul Ranjan
Features
What is in a colour?
Say YES to the Black Wedding Dress
Nischita G
Features
To count or not?
The BJP fears sparking a Mandal 2.0 but the scope for the BJP to beat regional parties at this isn’t absent either.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Like Father, Like Son
At a time when Hindutva ideology is making inroads, Lalu’s heir attempts to fortify secularism in Bihar
Atul Ranjan
Features
Sexual violence and the concept of consent
How communication and linguistics play a major role when it comes to consent
Vaidehi Dhakate
Features
A renewed thrust on strategy?
Is the Modi era witnessing a clear path to India’s foreign policy. Or is it just making the erstwhile non alignment movement stalwart become an ostrich?
Arjun Iyer
Features
Social schemes and the Neta
Lately, election campaigns and our netajis have turned their entire attention on one broader promise, but who will pay for it?
Vidit Dikshit
Features
HDFC Bank – HDFC Ltd Merger Facing Challenges
A win win situation for all shareholders of HDFC
Siddhi Jojare
Features
Stoner – Unearthing a Hidden Gem of Modern Literature
In this sea of Lazarus literature and lost art, Stoner is a shining star.
Upamanyu Dhar
Features
Behind the making of ‘Bulldozer Mama’
Once projecting himself as a secular alternative to Modi, Shivraj Singh Chouhan has bartered his soft-spoken image with that of a Hindutva hothead
Atul Ranjan
Features
Chennai’s perennial source of stench, disease
Chennai's battle with the polluted river continues for more than two decades.
Sowmya Raju
Features
Better Nate than Ever sets a precedent for future Disney musicals
A Disney original movie that tried to reach Broadway's level of singing.
Sowmya Raju
Features
The contribution of Ravi Sondhi hailed
Chiranjiv Singh speaks on Bengaluru then and now
Sowmya Raju
Features
Why indulge in petty politics?
We should move on to pressing issues that are plaguing the nation than just fight over petty politics.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Is a short disruption once in five years too big a price to pay?
“Since the turn of the century, there has been significant improvements in logistics and yet the durations of elections are getting longer. Why? Ask the EC”.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Not interested in power, nor in stepping aside
“Today, India has many leaders eyeing to somehow grab power. I was born amidst power. But strangely I have no interest in it”, said Rahul Gandhi.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Beyond Gandhis
With or without Gandhis, a host of other issues needs to be addressed in order to rescue the ailing party.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Severe Setback To Special Students
In the absence of offline education during the pandemic, the worst-affected are the students with special needs.
Sowmya Raju
Features
What a fall!
If alive, Kanshi Ram would have been pained to see the party he founded being outsourced to a certain family.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Mandate cannot skirt shortcomings
Defeating a political party is never a journalist’s business. The scribe should continue to hold truth to power.
Atul Ranjan
Commentary
Necessary Evil
All said and done, Namma Metro is, indeed, a necessary evil that Bengalurians have to bear with considerable discomfort for a few more years.
Siddhi Jojare
Features
When People Died For The Want of Blood
Lack of Blood donation has been an unnoticed aspect in the COVID Era.
Siddhi Jojare
Features
Metro rail work goes on
Despite personal distress and loss of heritage, metro rail construction in full swing
Siddhi Jojare
Features
As the unemployed pressed the EVMs….
After Bihar, now UP- both notorious for caste driven voting- has unemployment as a big poll issue in their respective elections.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Riding the wheels of change
A movement which started over a decade ago is making remarkable changes in many lives.
Atul Ranjan
Features
How her Dream Project took Shape
A determined woman's dedication results in a 4-acre golf course in Bengaluru.
Siddhi Jojare
Features
A ‘not-so-secret’ adult franchise?
Availability of booth level voting data and its post-poll consequences is altering the electoral behaviour of many voters
Atul Ranjan
Features
The Fragrance Of Thoonga Nagaram
The jasmine vendors of Madurai face an uncertain future.
Sowmya Raju
Features
A Firm ‘NO’ To Hindi in TN
The language issue in Tamil Nadu has been kept alive since Rajaji was the Chief Minister of the State over sixty years ago.
Sowmya Raju
Features
Rainbows Over Computer-Generated Mountains
Tracing the Legacy of Radiohead
Upamanyu Dhar
Features
When the curfew was really in force
Weekend curfew was in full force in Bengaluru City
Sumit Bhattacharya
Features
Most Parents Say ‘NO’ To School
Although most parents are aware of the disadvantages of online teaching, they are not ready to send their children to school until after they are vaccinated.
Features
In budget headlines, a hunt for 2022 deadlines
‘Azadi ka Amrit’ was to be reaped in 2022, instead, the country has been outfoxed into a make-believe world of ‘Amrit Kaal’.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Make Travel Free in BMTC buses
“The government is investing money for the construction of the metro rail services. Instead they should invest in BMTC buses.”
Features
To believe or not to believe
A case study on the credibility of repressed memories
Priyanka Giri
Features
Showcasing India’s riches
The ongoing exhibition at Chitrakala Parishath in Bengaluru has on display some rare and unique creations by artisans from different parts of the country.
Siddhi Jojare
Features
As natural and realistic as it can be
Minnal Murali is set to be the first superhero franchise in India.
Sowmya Raju
Features
The portrayal of women in Tamil cinema
Tamil movies have objectified women for the past few decades.
Sowmya Raju
Features
Dalit aspirations have far outpaced upper-caste bigotry
Politicians are not an avatar of Rama to emancipate a 'Sabri' just by breaking bread together.
Atul Ranjan
Features
The 6-yard magic of Kanchipuram
The silk weavers of Kanchipuram are highly skilled artisans, but is there a future for this art?
Sowmya Raju
Features
The Many Tastes Of Kolkata
Street food is one of the great delights of the City of Joy.
Features
Even as COVID-19 is spreading like wildfire
How are citizens following Covid appropriate behaviour now?
Features
A Tale Of A Tiring Medium
Unwrapping the development of cinema, effect of liberalisation and the role of women in media through the prism of Television.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
Powered by UDAN, this Bihar airport is giving wings to many
DBR is not just an airport code but could be a key to unlock huge potential.
Atul Ranjan
Features
It is a unique and indispensable partnership
In the latest edition of Talks @ NSoJ, India’s Ex-Ambassador to Kazakhstan, Latvia and Sweden, His Excellency Ashok Sajjanhar addressed the students and faculty of National School of Journalism and Public Discourse on “India’s Foreign Policy 2021”.
Arjun Iyer
Features
FIFA- Qatar Controversies
With all the allegations against it, will Qatar be able to host FIFA 2022 successfully?
Siddhi Jojare
Features
To Kill a Mockingbird - A Life Lesson
In the 21st century, the book remains highly relevant and acts as a teacher.
Shriya Mandira
Features
The Right Lens To View The Modi Era?
Changes are more than obvious. For good or bad is the question.
Atul Ranjan
Features
UP CM’s deputy is making communally charged speeches. Here's why...
Polls aren’t the only driving point for Keshav Maurya, who is positioning himself as the face of hardline Hindutva
Atul Ranjan
Features
The Ravindran Story - Innovator since 17
“One cannot make the same mistake again and again. Make new mistakes but never repeat the same ones.”
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
Life is a three-legged chair
Chetan Bhagat and Shashi Deshpande recall their provocation for writing.
Sowmya Raju
Features
AI can aid Newsrooms; Credibility has to be built Brick by Brick
AI can aid Newsrooms; Credibility has to be built Brick by Brick
Features
Are you tech-ready for the digital age of journalism?
Live Streaming is the future of news
Features
Is sustainability an option?
As digital media is on the rise, Day 1 of the Digital Media Conclave 2021 explored the scope of sustainable newsrooms.
Features
Through the eyes of the proletariat
A chronicle on the life of the deprived in the city of power and pomp.
M. Baba Prasad
Features
Every Rock Has A Story To Tell...
The marvellous bird and its fascinating story
Vaidehi Dhakate
Features
Shantanu Naidu - a story worth telling…
Who would have thought that a small initiative to save street dogs by a youth with a good heart would pave the way for him to become a founder of three organizations, a TEDx speaker, and an author.
Rama Thillai
Features
How is India's economy shaping its politics?
Promises of 'achhe din' have stumbled on the economic front. Was barely securing survival through a 'hand-to-mouth' food programme what an aspirational India voted for?
Atul Ranjan
Features
Path to a Sound Education
NEP is driving educators to put on their creative caps now more than ever.
Priyanka Giri
Features
Are Jokes Just Jokes?
Humour - A weapon and a cure
Anika Gomez
Features
Maya Penn: A genius multi-hyphenate with a vision
This 21-year-old phenomenon has achieved what many would take decades to. And she is nowhere near done.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
Still a secular state ?
Imbibing constitutional values is essential for India to remain secular
Features
The M Factor?
While the campaign trail and tough questions posed by Owaisi resembles that of Bihar elections, Uttar Pradesh and its prevailing political scenario is an altogether different ball game.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Rajini, the celluloid phenomenon
The superstar had won this year’s Dadasaheb Phalke award
Sowmya Raju
Features
The Tyranny of Many Things - An Episode
“With podcasting, you would be able to produce the most accurate version of your artistic vision through audio.”
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
Is Hindi harming languages in its own backyard? Ask a Bihari.
A non-local language once adopted to create an umbrella identity is threatening the native languages today.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Bound by Stories
The future lies in emotional intelligence
Vaidehi Dhakate
Features
Have it here or DO NOT have it at all
When one thinks of Kashmiri food, one thinks Wazwan - one of many distinct contributions of Kashmiri culture.
Muskan Yousuf
Features
Sound Wala, Light Wala
A personal journey behind the unknown world of live events.
Commentary
Maya's final hurray?
Be it social base or electoral presence, everything has been shrinking for the Dalit leader, once projected as a prospective PM in political commentaries.
Atul Ranjan
Features
End of a long wait for Damon Galgut
The celebrated South African novelist has won the 2021 Booker Prize for Literature.
M. Baba Prasad
Commentary
Reflection of the Lives of the Marginalised
S. Hareesh’s award-winning novel is a literature lover’s delight.
M. Baba Prasad
Features
Of colours, crowds and camels
This fair has many surprises and the venue is getting ready to host the mega spectacle.
Mihika Mittal
Commentary
A thoughtless decision
It is mysterious how the Union Government arrived at the figure of Rs. 8 lakh annual income limit for non-reserved classes to come under the EWS category for NEET
M. Baba Prasad
Features
Sardar Udham: A template for historical drama
It doesn't make for one’s ideal Saturday night Amazon Prime experience, but that's not what it intends to do either.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
KR Market: an epitome of neglect?
This iconic spot in the city begs for attention from the authorities.
Preetika Parashuraman
Commentary
Navigating biased landmines
How do we navigate the intersection of politics and social media?
Anika Gomez
Features
Dr Nagalakshmi: Defying Convention
The untold story of Dr Nagalakshmi who was born in the pre-independence era and practised medicine until the age of 85.
Shriya Mandira
Features
MONEY HEIST PART 5: VOL. 1 - Review
Explosions, Emotions and Enrique Arce’s (still) annoying Arturo combine to set up a stellar finale for the series’ conclusion in December.
Abhik Deb
News
Vir-at the end
Virat holds the record for most T20 runs as an Indian captain (1502) and most fifties as a T20I captain (12).
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
Woes remain in the little crevices where policy cannot reach
Despite policy initiatives and the traffic in Bengaluru returning to almost pre-pandemic conditions, auto-rickshaw drivers continue to struggle to earn their daily bread.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
A Cup of Indian Heritage at Kolkata’s Fabled College Street
“Coffee House er shei adda ta aaj aar nei, aaj aar nei… (The adda of Coffee House is no more, no more…)” -Manna Dey, celebrated Bengali singer
Upamanyu Dhar
Commentary
Supposedly a giant leap for diversity?
There is much work to be done before we can truly call this a win.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
Twin Peaks: A Surreal Experience
This 90s masterpiece still holds a strong cult following even over 30 years after its initial run.
Abhik Deb
Commentary
DD and Democratic Infotainment
Democratizing DD, infusing it with a veracious, independent spirit can give back India its founding broadcaster in top-notch form.
Jaya Gomathi Mirra R
Commentary
More or less?
The ‘population control programme’ can boomerang on its proponents.
Atul Ranjan
Commentary
'I want my life back'
A bizarre saga of an icon alienated, emotionally abused, and financially controlled by her father.
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
Will DD be the BBC of India?
DD International will be showcasing India globally on serious domestic and global issues.
Nivedita U
Commentary
This Change Is Staring At Us
It’s one thing to be caught unaware, and it’s another ball game to have science warn you with data and still live in blissful ignorance.
Commentary
A Paradigm Shift in Performance Space
Today's youth have broken the traditional norms of Indian classical dance, taking this niche upper-caste art to the masses by performing in public spaces.
News
Delayed sowing brings a smile
Heavy rainfall had brought paddy sowing to a halt. Both farmers and labourers are now happy after things normalize.
Atul Ranjan
Commentary
The luxury of press freedom
Newsrooms in developing countries grapple with challenges that threaten their very existence.
Anika Gomez
Commentary
Thriving amidst tremors
Here are some of the challenges facing newsrooms in developing nations.
Arjun Iyer
Features
Old school political drama pillared by solid acts
Touted to be the biggest Malayalam movie of the year, this Fahadh Faasil-starring flick builds on the evergreen themes of celluloid.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
Learn from home
This couple from Bengaluru is helping underprivileged students to 'learn from home'
Akash Umesh Khandke
News Analysis
Need for reading the subtexts
If read between the lines, the Pew report doesn't reflect India as a non-discriminatory and pluralist boat sailing smoothly.
Atul Ranjan
Features
Saving birds with IFS Anand Reddy
“Children are the real agents of change, they are like blank slates who can change the world for good.”
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
Market woes ahead of the festive season
The booking process for Ganesha idols begins in May. This year though, with the Ganesha festival just a few weeks away, the sculptors haven’t had a single booking yet.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
News
The Wait Is Over
Lionel Messi finally ends his streak of losing international finals as the Argentinian talisman wins his first senior trophy for his country at the age of 34.
Abhik Deb
Features
Dark magical queens
How many eras should we let pass to normalise dark skin and embrace dark magical queens of beauty?
Nischita G
News
Terror attack puts Bihar NDA to test
An inside story that looks into the back-to-back blasts in Bihar, where the ruling BJP has been vocal and the Opposition remains muted.
Atul Ranjan
News
An unpredictable season
With NBA fans back in arenas, the excitement this season is almost tangible.
Vidit Dikshit
Features
In a new avatar!
Maybe an image reconstruction is Doordarshan's best shot at re-engaging the youth in both rural and urban India.
Rishika Menon
Features
Who is the fairest of all?
For several decades, cosmetics had been seen as a "girls-only" enterprise but that has been slowly changing.
Nischita G
Commentary
Does attribution aid biased reportage?
Can we prevent attributions made from preconceived biases from making their way into the stories we tell?
Anika Gomez
News
The Lankan litmus
While India will play to strengthen their reserves, for Sri Lanka it will be about keeping the former world champion’s image intact.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
Making fashion more sustainable
The fashion industry has been embracing the concept of sustainable fashion through campaigns and vegan methods.
Nischita G
Features
The Grey Matters
A budding Instagram account is encouraging people to seek help during trying times. Read to know more.
Preetika Parashuraman
News
Ringing across the wall
While foreign mobile brands account for a majority of the Indian smartphone market today, about a decade and a half ago this landscape was quite different.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Commentary
Between a rock and a hard place
Many newsrooms in third world countries have either been forced to shut shop or simply become mouthpieces of the government to avoid serious repercussions.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Commentary
Press Freedom In The Third World: A Modern Day Challenge
Why is press freedom severely lacking in third world countries?
Manav Venkatesh
Features
Freshness redefined
Debut author Helena Fox explores the places of loss in our lives and honours those who hold us tightly when the violent waves want to tug us out to sea.
Mohd Haroon Siddiqi
Features
The Psychological Side of The Force
In a galaxy far far away, Darth Vader was the most feared man in the entire universe. But underneath his mask, he was a troubled teenager just like some of us.
Abhik Deb
Features
Creativity is a muscle!
Tina Seelig details how creativity can be improved in her book 'Ingenius'.
Hiranmayi Khoday
Features
On the top
The wind was blowing at 60 km/hr. There was a probability of an avalanche. Still, we kept our spirits high with greater zeal.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
End of an era?
Is this the end of something many generations relished as a family?
Features
Dispelling the darkness
An NGO aiming to educate its students to nurture the society and nature around them.
Vedika Mane
Features
Home away from home
The Siddis of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, who were brought here by the British, are culturally and traditionally Indians.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Farm to fork
Three experts on Indian agriculture come together to discuss three themes.
Hiranmayi Khoday
Features
It's about mental mettle
Strengthening the mental ability of athletes, coaches, and parents is essential for the benefit of the sport.
Ram Rakshith V
News
Fearless fighters
COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in distress for many. Let us know the plight of doctors during these unprecedented times.
Vedika Mane
Features
Demystifying the ad world
Some fascinating takeaways from a talk by a creative wiz.
Features
The greater cause
Some takeaways about cyber security from 'The Great Hack.'
Prateem Rohanekar
News
A thing from the past
Maharashtrians are overjoyed at this rare find at Raigad fort.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
A helping hand
Janasangarsha sena, an NGO in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, has been working extensively to help needy people during the pandemic.
Akash Umesh Khandke
News
Kane or Kohli
It's going to be a battle of fire and ice as the world's top two Test-playing nations square off in the maiden championship final.
Ram Rakshith V
News
The battle continues...
The government hospital in Kolhapur, Maharashtra has taken prudent steps to fight against the possible third wave of COVID-19. The following on-ground report throws light on it.
Akash Umesh Khandke
News
A safe haven
This NGO aims to expand its horizon to fight against pertinent social issues.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Decoding sacred spaces
Explore the reasoning behind temple structures with Lathashree Kolla.
Hiranmayi Khoday
Features
A spirited sculptress
A woman who fought against all odds to achieve mastery in this creative and energy-driven art form.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Oriental to Tinkle
Tracing the “then and now” of magazines in India.
Features
In the era of changing newsrooms, newspapers are here to stay
Regardless of the medium, the basic tenets of journalism remain unchanged.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Commentary
Ignorance is our greatest weakness
Who is to blame for the unnecessary deaths we faced during the past few months? Is the blame on us, or is it on the government? Or have we all been ignorant….
Vikas S
News
Crazy cruising
Chinese multinational technology company Baidu came up with driverless taxis to run on the roads of Beijing.
Mohd Haroon Siddiqi
News
The long corridor
The hospitality industry is waiting with bated breath for the light at the end of the tunnel.
Nandu G
News
An unequal duel
Palestine and Israel declared a ceasefire in May after a series of intense attacks in Gaza during the month of Ramadan.
Ruta Bakshi
News
In the end…
Crematoriums across the country have been operating round the clock to cremate those who have died of COVID-19. The following report depicts the state of a crematorium in Kolhapur, Maharashtra.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Can ragas heal?
This unique form of therapy is slowly gaining momentum in India as one of the foremost holistic health treatment methods.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Virus in our minds?
Read on to understand why you may be feeling slow and low during these pandemic times, how to recognize them and tackle those feelings through simple everyday activities.
News
Revamping a 1000-year Legacy
An 11th-century temple in Ambernath is set to be one of the few temples in Maharashtra to undergo restoration.
Vedika Mane
News
Turbulence ahead
The country’s aviation industry is expected to face a strong headwind in the coming weeks owing to the adverse impact of the pandemic.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
The One Where They All Got Back Together
17 years since they closed the purple door behind them and walked away to get coffee, the six friends take a trip through nostalgia in this one-off reunion special.
Abhik Deb
Features
Breathe easy
The Indian Space agency is on a health mission to fight against the country's pandemic crisis.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Ambernath's good Samaritan
Mohan Kulkarni's gesture came as a real blessing for Ambernath's civic officials.
Vedika Mane
Features
Against all odds
A tragic accident in Mahesh's life tried to confine him to a wheelchair but his perseverance and determination kept him going.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Get set go?
An uncertainty prevails over holding the Tokyo Olympics this year because of the unprecedented surge in the number of COVID-19 cases in Japan.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Lonely highways
Ivan Ayr's 'Milestone' portrays the sad reality of the trucking community.
Vedika Mane
Features
Green soles
Even under pandemic stress, brands strive to maintain ecological balance and promote local art while helping nature thrive and building the country's economy.
Hiranmayi Khoday
Features
The Coup Culture
Unhappy with the coup, thousands of protesters are in the streets of major cities of Myanmar in the hope of restoring democracy.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Dreaming big
A young female wrestler from a very small village is winning golds and hearts with her performance.
Mohd Haroon Siddiqi
Features
A creator-centric space for all
For their newest project, the National School of Journalism has collaborated with the digital platform 'Canvas'.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
News
A model to follow
Kolhapur district is an example for others to emulate for their proactive steps towards universal vaccination
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Luxury on wheels
Mercedes-Benz, even though it was the inventor of motor cars, has been a little slow in the EV segment. In October 2020, Mercedes launched their first-ever luxury EV in India, named EQC.
Mohd Haroon Siddiqi
Features
Music and Human Cognition
Recent research has reinforced the claim that musical experiences could be rewarding for one’s cognitive experiences.
Features
An editor’s diary
We had an insightful conversation with Mr Bill Grueskin, the Dean of Academic Affairs at the Columbia Journalism School, New York.
A.Virginia
Features
Hope amidst many woes
Artistes are still seeing a ray of hope to perform in front of a large audience, despite the pandemic showing no signs of abating anytime soon in Karnataka.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Small Businesses! Big Dreams!
Savi Chaulkar from Frosty Sins in Pune talks to us about starting a new business during a pandemic and how people can help businesses like hers in these times.
Ruta Bakshi
Features
Sustainability in 2021
The emergence of buzzwords such as climate literacy and regenerative agriculture points to an increased interest in the concept of sustainable living.
Nandu G
Features
Tech Journalism: The New Era
Shining a light on tech journalism - a collaborative effort between NSoJ and the International Data Group.
News Analysis
A mixed bag?
Despite BJP winning two of the three constituencies in the Karnataka By-elections held on April 17, there are several political challenges for the ruling party to address before the crucial State Assembly elections in 2023.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
This Mother's Day, try these 5 easy asanas with your mom
Make Mother's Day fun and healthy by doing these asanas with your mom.
Hiranmayi Khoday
Features
Tough time for young dentists
Last year, many students could not complete their clinical postings and hence lacked the practical exposure required to treat patients.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Greens on my rooftop
‘Ashrama Gardens’, an urban forest, is a one-of-a-kind green space in South Bengaluru with over 300 varieties of flora and fauna.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Betwixt fiction and non-fiction
Some of them seemed deeply personal, almost like memoirs. What we concluded was that this is a fantastically vigorous and vital aspect of the way fiction is being written at the moment.
Vedika Mane
News
Pandemic-driven IPL Comes To a Halt
The BCCI held an emergency meeting on May 4 and decided to postpone the IPL 2021 season for the time being.
Ram Rakshith V
News
The real regional satrap
The TMC won 213 out of the 294 Assembly seats and restricted the BJP to 77 MLAs.
Akash Umesh Khandke
News
Pending BMRCL projects will be completed on time: Yashwant Chavan
According to Mr Yashwant Chavan, Chief Public Relations Officer, BMRCL, the company is currently concentrating on innovation with cutting-edge technologies to revamp the metro rail infrastructure in the city.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Exploring roots
“Language is the chief means and index of a nation”, said the sage and thinker Swami Vivekananda. Our first language or the mother tongue keeps us connected with our cultures and we should protect them.
Vaidehi Dhakate
Features
At a loss
As lockdowns are put in place to combat the virus's spread, businesses are counting the costs. Despite the introduction of vaccines, many are still unsure about the way forward.
Vaidehi Dhakate
Features
Underdogs bid for a maiden title
Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore's (RCB’s) search for the silverware has continued in the 14th edition of the Indian Premier League.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Pandemic cloud looms over IPL’21
Several challenges haunt the BCCI to conduct the 14th edition of the IPL amidst the fast-spreading COVID-19 pandemic in India.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
State of Hampi monuments distressing
The 1600 historical monuments at Hampi are in urgent need of care and restoration.
Vedika Mane
Features
Novel, Beautiful, And Mesmerising
Resin art is the new black, and two resin artists in Bengaluru, Sonali Singh Rao and Nita GK share their experiences.
Hiranmayi Khoday
Features
Disregard for SOPs even as cases go up
There has been a gradual rise in the number of COVID-19 cases in Karnataka owing to the people's negligence in following essential pandemic protocols.
Features
Will CPI-M break the Kerala pattern?
The Kerala Assembly elections are all about a do-or-die situation for the Congress and an opportunity to create history for the CPI-M.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Djokovic Sets An Elite Record
Novak Djokovic has broken Roger Federer’s record for the most number of weeks as the world No.1 in Tennis.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Last-minute politics
Congress's failure in proving the majority, transfer of the incumbent LG, and the ongoing President's rule in Puducherry will be the influential factors in the coming elections.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Online Games To Attract More Money and Eyeballs
Online gaming industry in India holds the promise of employment and business opportunities in e-sports amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
New age marketing
Online marketing has been growing owing to internet penetration and increasing user-base of various social-media sites.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
The Tale Of A Legendary Library
A story of the perseverance and strength of a boy, compelled to take on the responsibility of his family, at just 10 years old.
Ruta Bakshi
News
Balachandar and Pratima at the top
The Tabebuia Open 2021 saw 38 players from across the country participating in it.
Vedika Mane
Features
Radio Man of Bengaluru
At this radio museum in Bengaluru, every painstakingly collected piece has a touching story to narrate.
Nandu G
News
LPG price goes through the roof
The price of a 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder has gone up by Rs. 237.50, a 41% hike, in the last 10 months.
Features
Conversations around conservation
Research conservationist Ayushi Jain shares her experience working towards the conservation of endangered freshwater turtles in Kasargod, Kerala.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
Wheelchair tennis needs a big push
Mr Sunil Jain, through his non-profit organisation Astha, has been promoting wheelchair tennis to help sportsmen and sportswomen across the country with disabilities.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Museums adapting to cultural change
The museum culture in the city may be undergoing several changes owing to socio-economic factors, technological advancements, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Journalism as a means to solve problems
Journalism is the prime source to receive the best obtainable version of the truth.
Hiranmayi Khoday
Features
Regional food at affordable cost
Small canteens in R.T. Nagar and surrounding areas are a boon for students looking for affordable, hygienic, and regional cuisine.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Didi in dilemma as BJP surges ahead
With the BJP’s presence in West Bengal getting emphatic, it won’t be easy for the TMC in the coming elections.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Tough time for M.S. aspirants
Students desiring to do their M.S. degree from abroad have been facing several problems, thanks to the global pandemic.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Hurdles in online engineering
Most engineering colleges are working online, and the students are mainly concerned about their practical classes.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
TV, Internet steal the lure of drama
There has been a decline in theatre owing to the changing preferences of the audience. Artistes and audience should equally contribute to reinvigorate this industry.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Driving sustainable development goals across the globe
The Parliamentarians for Global Goals (PfGG) discussion was virtually hosted by 2030beyond and NSoJ to discuss best practices for implementing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Features
It’s a civilisational dilemma
Veteran journalist P. Sainath focused on the agrarian crisis and inequality prevailing in the country while delivering Dr. K.N Raj Memorial Lecture 2021.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Were these required at all?
Mr Vinay Sreenivasa, a Bengaluru-based advocate, spoke about how the farm laws can affect not just the farmers but also every Indian.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
News
A budget built on 'six pillars'
Major allocations in the Union Budget 2021-22 has focused on six pillars.
Features
Bengaluru Kisan Rally
Not just farmers up north, but farmers and various organisations from Karnataka marched from Majestic Railway Station till Freedom Park in Bengaluru in solidarity with the Kisan tractor rally in Delhi on January 26, 2021, the 72nd Republic Day of India.
Almaas Masood
News
The all-encompassing act
On Monday, 8 February, the controversial Karnataka Prevention of Slaughter and Preservation of Cattle Bill, 2020 was passed via a voice vote.
Almaas Masood
Features
A trip to Savi Trail
The PG students' visit to a farm provided a rejuvenating escape from the bustling city.
Almaas Masood
Features
No ‘Lockdown’ For This Animal Shelter
The global pandemic has brought in several changes in the lives of people but for this animal shelter it is life as always.
Ruta Bakshi
News
Citroën C5 To Tread Indian Roads
Citroën had been scrutinising the Indian car market for a long time and now it has made a beginning in the country by collaborating with the CK Birla group.
Mohd Haroon Siddiqi
News
Karnataka excels in innovation
Karnataka has retained its position as the top-ranking Major State in Niti Aayog’s India Innovation Index 2020.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Back to school
A combination of online and offline lectures has been the formula for reopening most schools in Kolhapur, while some schools have completely gone offline.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Uncertainty for UPSC aspirants
UPSC aspirants were in a dilemma about the examination date as it was postponed owing to the lockdown.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
At the forefront of the vaccine drive
Although the COVID-19 vaccine is available in enough quantities for medical and health workers in Karnataka, the response has been lukewarm at best. However, the state stands first in the vaccination programme so far.
Features
The White Tiger: A barbed tale of rags-to-riches
A story of an ambitious driver who uses his wit and intelligence to overcome poverty and rise as a successful entrepreneur.
Vedika Mane
News
Team India scripts history
Team India won the historic series at Gabba.
Ram Rakshith V
News
Simmering Discontent In State BJP
Seven new Ministers took the oath before Governor Vajubhai Vala and Chief Minister Yediyurappa at Raj Bhavan on January 13.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
“Tomorrow’s will be my best picture”
Shiva Kumar shares with us his experience in the field of photography and wildlife conservation.
Ruta Bakshi
Commentary
The 'Love Jihad' ordinance: Adding legal teeth to polarization
We explore the reasons for the urgency with which an ordinance to prohibit 'forced religious conversions' was promulgated by the UP government.
News
The Question of Privacy
WhatsApp messaging service has updated its privacy policy.
Akash Umesh Khandke
News
Politicising the vaccine drive
The long awaited COVID-19 vaccination program was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 16.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Highs and lows
December 19 will be a date to remember for Indian Cricket.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Tesla to run on Indian roads
Tesla will start its operations in India by setting up its own sales network and manufacturing unit.
Mohd Haroon Siddiqi
Features
Back to school after 9 months
Several schools and pre-university colleges across Karnataka reopened on January 3 after nine-and-a-half months owing to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Features
Cross-border ordeal
The journey of students during the lockdown.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Very few takers for 24x7 business
The Karnataka Government on Saturday (January 2) permitted shops and establishments, with 10 or more employees, to function 24×7 on all the days for the next three years. The decision has received mixed reactions from the citizens and the shopkeepers.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Metro work caught in the crossfire
Political rivalry between the Shiv Sena and the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) has been playing a defining role in stagnating the metro car-shed's construction work.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Chaos on Bengaluru Roads
The Silicon Valley of India hasn't still found a permanent solution to its ever-growing vehicular traffic menace.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
The struggle continues
Autorickshaw drivers were among the worst affected during the lockdown.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
A Blooming Story from Bengal
The story of two young entrepreneurs who, when the world had shut down, chose to defy odds and start a business.
Adline Bhawna Minj
Commentary
COVID-19 and Congested Prisons
An account of prisons as fertile breeding grounds for incubation of COVID-19 owing to severe congestion.
Prateem Rohanekar
Features
All in the mind?
Are our fears and phobias real or are they all just figments of our imagination?
Vaidehi Dhakate
Features
Artisans' Bazaar
Prateem R and Hiranmayi K share their experience of the ‘Artisans’ Bazaar’ which brought rare and contemporary artisanal products from various Indian towns to Bengaluru.
Features
‘Delhi Crime’: Gut-Wrenching
A hard-hitting portrayal of reality.
Tanya H Priyadarshan
Features
Why Jehan Daruvala is India's Best Bet of An F1 Star
Since the 1990s, Indian Drivers have approached the top and failed, but this promising youngster brings hope to the Indian Motorsport.
Features
Living a dream
Rhythms and melodies kindle our imagination. Do they make us dream as well?
Priyanka Giri
Features
Realities of Manual Scavenging in Karnataka
Understanding the risks and realities of manual scavenging is crucial to make effective changes for the betterment of individuals involved in this practice.
Features
The Game Awards 2020
The Last Of Us Part II dominates the annual award show that recognizes excellence in the video game industry.
Abhik Deb
Commentary
A long way to go
A closer look at the first year of Maha Vikas Aghadi government in Maharashtra.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
A phenomenon has passed
A look into the life of one of the greatest footballers the world has ever seen.
Mohd Haroon Siddiqi
Features
'It was a humanitarian crisis'
"Numbers with context is data, numbers without context are just numbers," said Mr Timothy Franklyn, speaking at the 10th edition of AidEx 2020.
Almaas Masood
Commentary
Nirav Modi: a comprehensive piece on the PNB scam
Nirav Modi’s story and the cascading effects on the Indian economy.
Nandu G
Features
Aiming for the perfect shot
Kalyan Varma, Emmy nominated wildlife photographer, filmmaker, and conservationist, shared some behind-the-scenes clips and laid the foundation of storytelling in wildlife filmmaking.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Commentary
Dissent as offence?
National School of Journalism and Public Discourse (NSoJ) and DAKSH Society examine how certain legal provisions have routinely been used against journalists, academics, intellectuals and activists to stifle dissent.
Features
A troubled town, a twisted tale, an eye-opener
A series that makes you ponder over some of the deepest aspects of humanity, and cinema.
Priyanka Giri
Features
COVID-19 hits engineering placements
Training and placement officers of engineering colleges in Kolhapur talk about students’ problems and statistics of placements.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
Shuggie Bain bags Booker
Shuggie Bain by Douglas Stuart won the much-awaited Man Booker Prize 2020.
Features
Roads or death-traps?
Traffic jams, potholes, and delay in construction – the reality of Bengaluru Roads.
Features
'No funds for Women's Studies'
A Western Regional Conference on 'Gender and Citizenship' was held from November 25 to 28, 2020 by the Indian Association for Women's Studies.
Features
Long-hair days
Haircutting salons and beauty parlours are regaining their clients by a hair's breadth.
Features
The flip side of social media
“Technology…has become digital Frankensteins that are terraforming the world in their image”, says Tristan Harris, Google’s former design ethicist.
Features
Ambitious rural initiative
The Kadabagere Panchayat Board in Bengaluru North Taluk has initiated various activities for the benefit of rural children, as a part of Makkala Snehi Programme.
Ram Rakshith V
Features
Five hundred and fifty plants in an apartment
Plant lover Aparna Kulkarni creates a unique nursery in her sixth-floor flat.
Akash Umesh Khandke
Features
The Doodle Story
Doodles are absent-minded drawings, but Google decided to make them anything but that.
Sanjana Vijayabaskar
News
Students made aware of FIR 7 months later
14 students from Hyderabad Central University (HCU) made aware of the First Information Report (FIR) filed against them seven months later over a joint protest with Maulana Azaad National Urdu University (MANUU) against CAA-NRC-NPR.
Almaas Masood
Features
English tragedy on Kannada soil
A traditional twist to a well-known tragedy brought much joy to viewers.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
Wealth of art history, Shoppers’ delight
Adline Bhawna Minj, Prateem Rohanekar, and Nandu G portrayed the Bangalore Utsava hosted by Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath.
Features
Lessons in mother nature's lap
Humans often experience their eureka moment through the understanding of relationships between different parts of a problem. The solutions may turn out to be unique!
Nidhi S
Features
Unity in Diversity
“A chance to connect with the mainstream,” said IAS Officer and Noida MD Ritu Maheshwari.
Features
Some can't, some won't
Reluctant to wear a face mask, people came out with their reasons for not following a life saving guideline.
Commentary
The Mystery of Custodial Deaths in India
Approximately 1,200 persons have died in police custody between 2005 and 2018 but only seven persons have been convicted during this period. NSoJ and DAKSH make the case for India to ratify the UN convention on torture as a means to deliver justice to victims.
Features
Touching millions, one app at a time
A robust digital campaign to translate voice and text messages.
Features
Follow the light
A psychological insight into the adventures of the cavepeople.
Priyanka Giri
Features
United we stand, divided we fall
The advertisement 'Tree of Unity' perfectly points out that parochial tendencies should be thwarted to enjoy the fruit of unity.
Vaidehi Dhakate
Features
There was a will and there was a way
Akash Khandke in Kolhapur tells the story of a woman who took her disability by its horns.
Features
Indian Essence
The campaigns that have won the hearts of generations.
Priyanka Giri
Features
The edge of 17
The Edge of Seventeen very aptly helps one understand the concept of Teenage Angst. Read on.
Shriya Mandira
Features
A touch of care
This campaign was launched with an aim to reassert the significance of care while trying to reclassify what family is in contemporary society.
A.Virginia
Features
Pragmatism, Philosophy and Courage: The 16th General K.S. Thimayya Memorial Lecture
Bharat Goenka tells 'The Tally Story' and three Covid Warriors receive the Thimayya Medal for their outstanding service
Vedika Mane
Features
KSFA facing multiple hurdles
The 74-year-old Karnataka State Football Association is faced with several problems, thanks to the series of lockdowns imposed owing to the global pandemic.
Features
Life Made Easy
An insight into the effectiveness of communication and the crucial role it plays in our lives.
Vaidehi Dhakate
Features
An eye-opener for everyone
Tanya H Priyadarshan in Bengaluru reports the recent release of an autobiography of a visually challenged cricket lover.
Features
The Animal That Speaks
Cave paintings and other early communications lead to the inference that it had a strong influence in building the society.
Nidhi S
Features
‘There was little money and no food’
Adline Bhawna Minj in Jalpaiguri talks to a tea garden worker who has suffered the effects of the nationwide lockdown.
Features
Why 'Stranger Danger' is a flawed concept
Stranger Danger, although taught in the best interest of a child, does more harm than good. Here’s why.
Anika Gomez
Features
Is porn bad for your children?
Understanding how pornography rewires an adolescent brain and impacts development.
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
The Absent Parent
What is it about this style of parenting that impacts individuals well into their adulthood?
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
A False Paradise
The psychology behind one of the biggest mass murders in history.
Abhik Deb
Commentary
Justice Delayed Is Power Gained: The Criminalization of Politics
National School of Journalism and Public Discourse (NSoJ) and DAKSH Society take a close look at the pendency and disposal of criminal proceedings as it pertains to MLAs currently serving in Bihar.
News
Records are meant to be broken: Hamilton’s 92nd win
Lewis Hamilton surpasses Michael Schumacher’s record at the Algarve International Circuit in Portugal.
Anika Gomez
News
The Final Trump-Biden Face-Off
The last 2020 presidential debate covered the pandemic, national security, immigration, race and much more.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
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Bong Joon-ho’s Parasite - a thought-provoking satire
Parasite is one of the best satires on the harsh socio-economic realities in this world.
Priyanka Giri
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Save Anjaneri, Save Nashik
Anuj Rayate speaks to environmentalists in Nashik about the Anjaneri project and why it needs to stop right now.
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Good Samaritans in Uniform
LIFE IN THE TIME OF COVID-19 -- 7: Almaas Masood in Hyderabad recalls the Medchal Police’s yeoman service to migrant workers.
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These brave hearts lived their dreams
LIFE IN THE TIME OF COVID-19 -- 6: Akash Khandke in Kolhapur talks to four students stranded far away from home.
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Westworld: An underrated masterpiece
What do you get when you cross an HBO production with the touch of Nolan? - A recipe for a masterpiece.
Abhik Deb
Features
Normalcy is still a mirage
LIFE IN THE TIME OF COVID-19 -- 5: Ishaan Arora in New Delhi portrays the agony of a food seller and the emotional upheaval of a young woman separated from home.
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The tale of three cities
LIFE IN THE TIME OF COVID-19 -- 4: Prateem Rohanekar in Pune recounts how three major cities of Maharashtra have been affected by the global pandemic.
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Halfway through, who stands where? (Part 2)
This closely fought tournament has had some pleasant surprises and some awful upsets. Here is the rest of the analysis of where the teams stand 29 games into the season.
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Of personal grief and bleak future
LIFE IN THE TIME OF COVID-19 -- 3: Tanya P. in Bengaluru recalls three incidents that distressed her deeply.
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I am because we are
The story behind the 2008 NBA champions.
Features
Artistes in dire straits
LIFE IN THE TIME OF COVID-19 -- 2: Ram Rakshith V in Bengaluru narrates the harrowing tale of musicians in distress.
News
Lakers win NBA Championship, LeBron crowned finals MVP
The Los Angeles Lakers ended a 10-year title drought by defeating Miami 4-2 in the NBA finals.
Anika Gomez
Features
Halfway through, who stands where? (Part 1)
This closely fought tournament has had some pleasant surprises and some awful upsets so far. Here is an analysis of where the teams stand 28 games into the season.
Features
The joy of returning home
LIFE IN THE TIME OF COVID-19 -- 1: Akash Khandke in Kolhapur, talks to Suraj Sakharpe who was caught in a Wuhan hostel when the pandemic broke out.
Features
Through the eyes of a reporter
Mr Rajesh Ramachandran, editor of The Tribune, spoke about a reporter’s responsibilities, media ethics and recounted his experiences of reporting, from the parliament to the battlefields of Kargil.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
War of Words
Takeaways from the first and only Vice Presidential debate.
A.Virginia
Features
Messi vs. Ronaldo: Football's greatest rivalry reignites
The draw for the UEFA Champions League 2020-21 season was held last Thursday in Geneva, pitting Ronaldo and Messi against each other in the group stages for the first time.
Abhik Deb
Features
Why the bias?
The prevalence of marketing techniques based on gender stereotypes makes one question - are they effective at all?
Vikas S
Features
The season of unpredictability
The second week of the Indian Premier League was the perfect example of an anti-climax screenplay. Read on.
Features
How many more?
The girl child is still not safe in our country. Despite efforts by governments, we still fall short in protecting our women.
Sanskriti Dalmia
Features
Trump vs Biden: Who is your leader?
President Trump and his opponent Biden battle it out in the first US Presidential Debate of 2020.
Preetika Parashuraman
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God Bless America
Name-calling, interruptions and appeals to vote - this year's first Presidential debate saw it all.
Akash Umesh Khandke
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The Cacophony
“Clown”, “Liar”, “Shut up, man!” – a chaotic hour indeed.
Priyanka Giri
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2020 Presidential debate - An uncivil parley
The first of three Presidential debates involved more name-calling and shaming than a legitimate honest discussion.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
A clear winner or a muddled mess?
A pivotal election in the history of the US - a battle to keep the US unbroken on several key issues.
Vikas S
Features
The Face-Off
What went down in the first Presidential debate.
A.Virginia
Features
Pain and Glory - The first week of IPL
Here’s a recap of the first week of the Indian Premier League: see what you have missed!
Features
The Cs that plague the world
“If COVID-19 doesn’t kill us, climate change will” warn global leaders at the annual United Nations meeting.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
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Why HBO's Succession is a must-watch
It's about time the critically-acclaimed American comedy-drama series makes it to your list of shows to watch.
Priyanka Giri
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A message of hope
South Korean septet BTS among world leaders delivering messages of hope, solidarity and compassion at the 75th UNGA.
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
Revisiting Court
A film that poses a strong statement on the dysfunctional judicial pilgrims.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
It just takes a wagging tail
Is your therapist really of that much help or are you just shelling money for no real benefit? Maybe all you need are those furry creatures commonly known as a man's best friend.
Neharika Archana Victor
Features
Coping with Nightmare Anxiety
Every one of us have had terrible nightmares. But have you done anything to fight the anxiety that comes with nightmares?
Mahalakshmi
News
IPL Mania Returns
Men in Yellow started off the 13th edition of the IPL in style with an emphatic win over Mumbai Indians. Ambati Rayudu was adjudged as the man of the match for his 71 off 48.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
Venus - A whole new world?
Astrobiologists have detected the possibility of life on Venus.
Priyanka Giri
Features
The 'kang Posh' of Kashmir
Captivating landscapes, aesthetic mountain ranges, mirror-like flowing streams, abundance of soothing vegetation, therapeutic buds and blossoms; are some of the thoughts and imaginations that run through one's mind when talking about the most exquisite place on the earth- Kashmir.
Muskan Yousuf
Features
Ragnarok: Neo-fascism and the end of democracy
Many versions of the Ragnarok mention that it is not only the end but also the beginning of a new age.
Anika Gomez
Features
Fading magic?
In India, between the months of March and May, the country’s film industry has potentially suffered loses to the weight of Rs.2,500 crores.
Rishika Menon
Features
Soothing Strains
Have you had sleepless nights and craved for someone to put you to sleep? There’s a way out ! You can now sleep with a faint smile on your face. Read more..
Nivedita U
Features
The English Premier League 2020-21: A New Season
What to look forward to this EPL campaign
Features
A Crucial Question
Seeking answers to the crucial question of how can journalists function better and effectively amidst escalating government control on media.
Jaya Gomathi Mirra R
Commentary
Lewis Hamilton: Against The Grain
The six-time Formula One world champion is going about his business with an assuredness that makes us forget how close he is to being in his last season in F1.
Timothy Franklyn
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Beyond the blue waters
Seafood forms a major part of the local diet in and around coastal Karnataka. But for the community risking their lives to put this local delicacy on people’s plates, this is more than a profession, one with few returns.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
The Ten Year Journey: Roshan Paul and Amani's Efforts at Solving Global Social Problems
While discussing work in the social impact space, he talks about why solving social problems is comparatively tougher than business problems, and how leadership training, and capacity building programs make a difference in organizations.
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
Making Magic
According to YouTube, roughly 500 hours of videos are uploaded every minute with almost 5 billion videos and 30 million visitors per day.
Mahathi Sudhakar
News
NSoJ Founder Timothy Franklyn Announced As Obama Scholar At Columbia University
NSoJ’s Founder Timothy Franklyn was selected as a Scholar as part of the Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University for the academic year 2020-21.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
Brush of Hope
Art therapy primarily aims to help individuals experiencing emotional and psychological challenges achieve personal well-being and improved levels of function. It is a sub- division and sometimes combined with other forms of therapy to understand or help the patient better.
Rishika Menon
Features
At home and enjoying!
There are plenty of things that you can do just to spend your time at home. Most importantly start with your goals.
Utkarshani Raj
Features
Tale of Two Nations
As the global community continues to fight against the pandemic, it is necessary for us to analyze the different approaches adopted by two of the largest countries in the world and how that made a world of difference in containing the spread of the virus.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
EIA - An Explainer
The Bhopal tragedy made way to bring out such environmental protection acts for controlling the pollution, hazardous waste etc.
Sreemayi S.R.
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The storyteller’s hub: Beyond the Panorama
They encourage their authors to stray away from the trending or viral news as the world is already being bombarded with information regarding the news. With a strict editorial process, BTP focuses on publishing stories with a message.
Shriya Mandira
Features
Survival Blues
It points out that poaching for self-consumption and also local trade has doubled during the lockdown but with little evidence of stockpiling of wildlife products for future use.
Ooha Reddy
Features
An Elephant In The Room
Media Literacy is an important skill that should be incorporated into schools. It is a skill that allows one to critically analyze the messages that they receive from any media, including print, TV, digital and social media.
Mahadevan K V
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Courage, Conviction, Controversy and Cricket with Vedam Jaishankar
He originally thought of including the most controversial incidents cricket has seen but later thought it might come across as a dark book for a sport that largely symbolizes courage and triumph.
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
Camus’s The Plague in the time of Covid-19
A brief look at Albert Camus’s 1947 novel The Plague, brings out its acute and terrifying relevance in the present global crisis. Love, hope and healing are the major takeaways from this pestilence fiction.
Jaya Gomathi Mirra R
Features
A Day Without My Favourite..
With the decrease in local news events for reportage and publication, local newspapers in Mangaluru have surely been affected, but so have vendors and ardent readers.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
Challenging Uncertainty
Collective mental health has been severely affected now. What can we do to adapt to these challenges in such unprecedented times?
Rishika Menon
Features
Feeling High
Looking back at the PUBG phenomenon that took the country by storm.
Abhik Deb
Features
On That Fateful Day
The force as a whole, witnessed sharp decline in funding, resulting in a huge portion of the once Soviet navy, either being passed on to its successor states or lay rotting at various ports across Russia.
Arjun Iyer
Features
Justice Frustrated: Court Delays in India
According to them, a large section of society believes that pendency in courts is the result of a shortage of judges in court. It is not just about the number of judges but also the amount of work burdened on them.
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
Losing Count of Days...
Initially, the increasing number of cases stirred panic in my mind. But instead of fixating on every negative headline I read, I chose to occupy myself by being productive.
Anika Gomez
Features
My lockdown story: Staying Positive
Amidst a falling economy, humanitarian crisis, earthquakes, fires, locust swarms, violence, protests, brutality, the list goes on..
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
In A Bubble?
We are so absorbed in our own comforts, that while having a feast at a very posh restaurant, hardly do we tend to bother that the one who is serving us with those deprived eyes is an innocent kid who should have been playing around with other kids.
Muskan Yousuf
Features
Chronicling Life in Lockdown
Sketching to-do lists and creating routines each day: that's how I've lived all my life. It has always helped my generally anxious self to process and plan every step of every day. But that usually meant, too many things crammed into one day.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
Coolest Mind At Work
A glance into one of the most successful approaches to work. The calmness and the silent energy which he exhibits through his practical approach to the game has not only lifted the team mates but has also jolted the opposition very often.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
Chosen By Theatre
Working with theatre doyen, Alyque Padamsee boosted his confidence to just keep the interest alive. “Someone saw me in ‘Legend of Lovers’ and wanted me to work in Taj Express,“ he says.
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
Flickering Scene
The OTT platforms have seen an upsurge in their numbers in the last decade, from 12 platforms in 2012, today there are 40 providers in India alone.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
Grumpy And The Greedy
Set in the urban Lucknow, the movie with its ensemble revolves around the age-old palace, the tenants living in it, and the owner.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
Aphasia: Medically at a loss for words
June is recognised as Aphasia awareness month. Read on to understand it's causes, symptoms and treatment.
Anika Gomez
Features
Who is the Man in the Mirror?
Michael Jackson wrestled between a person and a performer. What do we know about the King of Pop?
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
Star athlete to killer: The story of Aaron Hernandez
The story of how violence, abuse and illness led to the downfall of athlete, Aaron Hernandez
Anika Gomez
Features
COVID-19 & Co-parenting: How to handle joint custody amid COVID-19 lockdown?
There is insufficient clarity regarding co-parenting guidelines amid lockdown but many family lawyers across the world are advising not to move their children from one parent to another. This is for the benefit of the child and parent to reduce any exposure to possible infection.
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
How has the bystander effect poisoned the Korean-Pop industry?
K-pop is gradually taking over the entertainment industry worldwide. It houses visually appealing music videos, riveting beats, and a dedicated fan base, but it has a dark side too.
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
Personality is Mind-Blowing
Personality, ours as well as others intrigues us. Read more to learn about Phineas Gage.
Alisha Krishnan
Features
Bound to the new confines of home: Social distancing and children
The extended global lockdown has profound, severe impacts on varied spheres in our society. Here is a look at how the lockdown affects children, especially in relation to pre-primary education, early socio-emotional development and school readiness.
Jaya Gomathi Mirra R
Features
Witness and Leave: The Sad Bystander Culture
Why do people in groups fail to take quick action when faced by crises? Read on to find how a single case impacted studies of the bystander phenomenon.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
Perseverance can overcome mountains: The story of the Flying Sikh
How sheer determination and perseverance of a young man led him to become one of India’s most celebrated athletes of all time.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
Could minimalism bring you joy?
Minimalism is not about having less, it is about making room for what matters
Sreemayi S.R.
Features
Remembering AVICII
Abhik Deb takes you on an emotional journey with Avicii. His music, passion, mental health and more.
Abhik Deb
Features
Understanding the Role of the Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) Vaccine in the Fight against Covid-19
A century old tuberculosis vaccine is being evaluated by the scientific community as a response to the ongoing Covid-19. Preetika Parashuraman explains
Preetika Parashuraman
Commentary
Manu Seshadri: Protect SMEs and Invest in Healthcare
Mr. Manu Seshadri recommends various public policy measures that can protect India's small and medium sized enterprises during the ongoing pandemic
Rishika Menon
Features
Divorce and remarriage: Still a shame?
In a country with a population as large as India, the rates of divorce and remarriage are exceptionally low. Rishika Menon (BA '21) explores the reasons for this.
Rishika Menon
Features
Rebuilding India’s Enterprises: People Come First
"Skills are the future currency" - Dr. Augustus Azariah
Jaya Gomathi Mirra R
Features
Rebuilding India’s Enterprises: A discussion on Public Policy Responses Affecting India's Healthcare Sector
AHPI President, Dr. Alexander Thomas, explains the challenges faced by the healthcare sector, while discussing possible measures to combat the COVID crisis.
Anika Gomez
News
Remembering Journalism’s Public Rationale: Nick Couldry
LSE's Nick Couldry explains the special challenges confronting journalism in the context of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.
Jaya Gomathi Mirra R
Features
Breaking down the hype around Hydroxychloroquine: The Antimalarial Drug’s Role in the Global Pandemic
NSoJ reviews the effectiveness and use of Malaria drug, Hydroxychloroquine, in the fight against COVID 19
Features
Quarantine Binge: A List You Shouldn't Miss
If you are running out of ideas, here is a list of what to watch at home during the lockdown.
Features
Spirit of the Tempest: India’s First Indigenous Fighter Aircraft
The HAL HF-24 Marut was India's first indigenous fighter bomber. Arjun Iyer tells the story of one of the least known Indian aircraft.
Arjun Iyer
Features
Money Heist Part 4: Review
The Professor continues to prove himself as one of the wittiest criminal masterminds on television, as Part 4 continues the story of his gang of robbers attempting to rob the Bank of Spain.
Abhik Deb
Features
Covid-19 Tip#3: Keep Calm (And Eat Chicken)
‘Non-vegetarian food can give you the virus’. Does this sound familiar? This is one of the persistent myths in India associated with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
Features
Social Distancing And The Loss Of Personal Spaces
What are the challenges faced in creating safe spaces for counselling and therapy during the lockdown?
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
Anxiety, Abuse and Suicide: Mental Health Effects of Covid-19 Isolation
Isolation is a form of human torture and to self-isolate for days on end is a mammoth task for anybody with anxiety, depression, bipolarity, addiction and other mental health issues.
Rishika Menon
Features
Five Reasons Why Breaking Bad Is The Greatest TV Show Ever
Twelve years since its inception, this Emmy and Golden Globe winning crime drama continues to be the benchmark for television shows. Abhik Deb’s review will tempt you to binge-watch this series during the lock-down.
Abhik Deb
Features
Covid-19 Tip #2: Money Can't Buy You Immunity
Rachel Anthony explains why communities that are perceived to be poor or unhygienic are not super-spreaders of Covid-19.
Rachel Anthony
Features
Adam and Eve: Gender Disparity in Emotional Expressions
Are women really more emotional than men? Are men incapable of showing emotion? Sanskriti Dalmia discusses student perspectives on these eternal questions.
Sanskriti Dalmia
Features
WHO Advice On Mask Usage Hypocritical?
New developments have put the spotlight on the WHO’s recommendation on the use of medical masks to curb spread of Covid-19.
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
Covid-19 Useful Tip #1: Do Not Spray Disinfectant On People
Spraying disinfectant on people is hazardous. We explain the proper use of disinfectants to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
Jaya Gomathi Mirra R
News
NSoJ Gets Back To Work Amid COVID-19 Lockdown
National School of Journalism resumes programmes online five days into the Covid-19 lockdown
Commentary
The Lockdown: India's Cure For The Covid-19 Problem
The 21-day shutdown to fight the coronavirus pandemic is perhaps the biggest decision made in post-independence India.
Timothy Franklyn
Features
Self-Isolation In The Time of COVID-19
If you believe you have mild COVID-19 symptoms, you need to pay attention to the WHO’s recommendations on self-isolation
Commentary
The Missing Word That Prevents India From Combating Covid-19
How the deletion of one word from the WHO ‘Suspect Case’ definition puts India at risk of uncontrolled spread of COVID-19
Timothy Franklyn
Features
The 29 Photographs of an Artist - IT to ISO
A solo show of photographs by Hemant Kumar at Museum of Art
News
Garbage Disposal Primitive, Big Health Hazard
Have you ever wondered about the journey of the garbage that we conveniently dispose of from our homes?
Hita Prakash
Features
A Leading Light For Those Uncared For
Life of a sex-worker who now runs an NGO to help uplift the life of others like her.
Features
आने वाले कुछ दशक में क्या भारत कर पाएगा ई.वी.एस (इलेक्ट्रिक व्हीकल्स) से जुड़ी अपनी परियोजना को पूर्ण?
भारत में इलेक्ट्रिक मोबिलिटी लाने के लिए सरकार द्वारा उठाया गया एक कदम
Nisha Singh
Features
Bus Crew Misbehaviour On The Rise
A look into how BMTC bus conductors not only fleece the passengers but also misbehave with them.
Features
Understanding Mumbai’s Small Businesses
A look into how small businesses have managed to sustain in the competitive market of Mumbai.
Nishi Trivedi
Features
A Café For You And Your Furry Companions
Have you ever wanted to take your dog to a restaurant where there is no restriction on animals? If so then Therpup – A Dog Café is just the place for you and your Dog.
Justina S. Eappen
Features
Markets Of Mumbai
A study on how small businesses have survived in Mumbai, India's commercial capital and wealthiest city
Nishi Trivedi
Features
Urban Gardening Is The Need Of The Hour
A look at trends in urban gardening and it's importance.
Sneha R
News
Who Is Responsible For This Disaster?
Residents rehabilitated as the tilted Vinayaka Nagara building is demolished.
Features
‘Selective Citizenship’ Opposed Everywhere
NSoJ looks into the protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act in Bangalore
Busi Prafula Grace
Features
A Glorious Tradition Under Threat
The traditional silk weavers in Kanchipuram are staring at the face of extinction as they compete with growing modernisation.
Roshini Muthukumar
Features
Keepin’ The Blues Alive
A two-day celebration of blues music in the city of Mumbai saw performances by some of the biggest names in the industry.
Upamanyu Dhar
Features
Shikara: A Misery Turned Into A Love Story
Shikara “the untold story of Kashmiri Pandits”, directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, shows the shift in the mindset of the people during and after the exodus and manages to portray the same without trying to create any sort of hate-mongering.
Nisha Singh
Features
CAA: Humanitarian or Exclusionary?
A Political Union debate at National School of Journalism seeks to answer pertinent questions about the Citizenship (Amendment) Act
Busi Prafula Grace
Features
Love Aaj Kal 2: Little Love, No Entertainment
“Love Aaj Kal 2” is a Valentine gifts for lovers. Imtiaz Ali presents a complex love story of choosing between career and love.
Nisha Singh
Features
A Ray Of Light In The Dark
K.M. Nithyananda, an 82-year-old Bangalorean, has dedicated 20 years to help provide knowledge to the blind through audiobooks.
Roshini Muthukumar
Features
Garbage Clearance, A Mammoth Task
A detailed report of 'Garbage Clearance, A Mammoth task'
Hita Prakash
Features
World Of Necromancy
Superstitions such as "black magic", "witchcraft", and "evil energy" are still haunting the people across the country.
Shreya Rai
Features
Trends in Urban Gardening
A detailed report on the current trends in urban gardening.
Sneha R
Features
‘Selective Citizenship’ Opposed Everywhere: Protests Against the Citizenship Act
A detailed report on the protests against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act across India
Busi Prafula Grace
Features
The Weavers Of Kanchipuram
A detailed report about the issues faced by weavers in Kanchipuram
Roshini Muthukumar
Features
Gender and Identity in Journalism
A conference hosted by the Network of Women in Media, India, looks at the issues women face in modern times.
Busi Prafula Grace
News
Telecom Industry Slipping Into A Monopoly?
A look at the recent developments in the Telecom sector and the effects of it.
Sneha R
News
Will Street Vendors Find The Light Soon?
Street Vendors across Bangalore face a number of challenges every day. We explore the legal aspects and the provisions available for their protection.
Sneha R
Features
Yash Aradhya - Formula 4 Racer, A look At The Future Sporting Superstars, Part 2
Bangalore boy Yash Aradhya has become the first Indian motorsport racer to win the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Shakti Puraskar. NSoJ speaks to the 17-year-old for whom the only way is up.
Busi Prafula Grace
Features
The ThalaivARR Show
AR Rahman live in concert for the first time in the city of Trichy
Mahadevan K V
Features
Pranavi – Golfer, A look at the future sporting superstars
Touted as the 'next-big-thing' in Indian golf, this teen sensation is making people sit up and take notice.
Hita Prakash
Features
When Blisters, Aches, And Biting Cold Didn’t Matter
The ninth edition of Oxfam walkathon witnessed 404 teams walking 100km and 50km to raise money for a cause.
News
FASTag Still Not Fast Enough
Two months after the implementation of FASTag, NSoJ takes a look at the progress of the scheme.
Hita Prakash
Features
In The Service Of Republic
The experts in policymaking bring out the known and the unknown stories in this four-hundred-page guide
Mahadevan K V
Features
Bitten By The Beat
Uniting through a common love of instrumentalists from India and the United States working together at “An Evening Blend: Jazz + Hindustani Traditions”, explored the intersections of Hindustani music, jazz and beyond by using a unique combination of instruments and cultural backgrounds.
Surya Ranjan Sengupta
Features
The Media, Citizenship, and Identities
A panel discussion about the Citizenship Amendment Act, and its various implications on individual and communal identities.
Ashutosh Sudhanwa Patki
Features
Holy and Sinful: A Great Dichotomy
A keen look at the dichotomy of puberty rituals in India and how the practices hold menstruation both holy and sinful
Jaya Gomathi Mirra R
Features
The Art Of Demystification
A discussion on the relevance of political biographies, by two renowned authors at a literature festival
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
News
Results Announcement
NSoJ's BA Students Shine in Bengaluru Central University Examinations
Timothy Franklyn
Features
For That Picture-Perfect Look
NSoJ looks at the booming industry of cosmetic surgery and the obsession with looking better.
Hita Prakash
Features
Karnataka’s Matchless Biodiversity Captured In All Its Splendour
India's first 'bluechip' natural history documentary and a tribute to the relentless effort of the Forest Department.
Hita Prakash
Features
Literature And The Ordeal Of Being A Homosexual
A panel discussion on the literary works based on the troubles faced by the LGBTQ community.
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
Celebrating Literature Through Discourse
A look into the recent Times Literature Festival held at Jayamahal Palace grounds
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
Poetry, Nature, And A Changing World
Ruth Sophia Padel, British poet and author, shared poetry from her recent books that ranged from conservation to migration, at a recent event in Bangalore.
Roshini Muthukumar
News
Hits And Misses Of Budget 2020
Post-budget discussion on the policies of the government by Mr. N Ramachandran and Mr. M Govind Rao
Ashutosh Sudhanwa Patki
Features
In A Big Appeal, Ex-Players Unite For A Cause
Sports Icons play a game of cricket to help those affected by the bushfire.
Shriya Mandira
Features
Deep Into The World Of Rural Stories
A talk on how the stories from rural India reach the large audience living in big cities
Nishi Trivedi
Features
How To Ensure Women’s Safety In India
Safety of women is a major concern and the statistics in India continue to haunt it's women. Amidst the recent cases of violence and rapeculture, is India ready to prioritize the safety of women?
News
Manual Scavenging: Rampant and Fatal
Despite being a banned occupation, the practice of manual scavenging is rampant across the state of Karnataka.
Features
The Sound of Protest
A Bangalore-based band seeks to encourage people to fight injustice through their latest track.
Manav Venkatesh
Features
From The Heart Of A Martyr’s Father
What must the father of a martyr feel? He is confronted with hundreds of questions every time he meets a new person, but what does he really want to talk about? Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan’s father opens up to NSoJ and talks about his son in a way that he rarely has before.
Features
Six Lakh Flowers Glorify Vivekananda’s Teachings
A look into the teachings of Swami Vivekananda through floral presentation
Features
‘Ghar Ka Khana’ At Your Service
There are many people who stay out of the house during their career and remember the food at home, one of the initiatives of Pepperpot Kitchen was to bring home food to them.
Features
Of The ‘Red And Greens’ of life
Nirmala Govindarajan launched her second book at a recent event in Bangalore. During the event, a dramatised reading of the book was performed by prominent theatre persons.
Features
It’s Time Sex Education Is Imparted In Indian Schools!
Why Sex education is important for school students?
Mahadevan K V
News
Metro Discount Slashed, Commuters Unhappy
BMRCL has slashed the discounts on Smart card rates from 15 per cent to 5 per cent. With this, will smart card remain to be an incentive for the metro users?
Sneha R
Features
Conversations For Conservation
The Artists for Wildlife and Nature’s Annual Show aims to provide a platform for artists and promote awareness around wildlife conservation.
Busi Prafula Grace
Features
Indian Jews: A 2200-year-old Culture
Pushkar Sohoni, a cultural historian explored through the Jewish community in India. He also explained their origin, traditions, and heritage.
Roshini Muthukumar
Features
एक रसोई जो कराये आपको घर का एहसास
बहुत से लोग है जो अपने करियर के दौरान घर से बाहर रहते है और घर के खाने को याद करते है, पेपरपॉट किचन ने की एक पहल उन तक घर का खाना पहुचाने की।
Nisha Singh
Features
Prateek Kuhad Takes Bangalore On A Musical Journey
The indie singer-songwriter was in Bengaluru as part of his 11-city tour
Manav Venkatesh
Features
Wheel-Rim Tables And Loaded Nachos
Say hello to Willy's Top Cafe, the city's first cafe themed after a jeep.
Shreya Rai
Features
Tickle Your Tastebuds, But Mela Is A No-Show
From dosas to rasgullas, there are more than 100 reasons for Bangaloreans to visit the Avarebele Mela in VV Puram. But the annual event has been cancelled by the BBMP.
Features
SUBMERGE - Raising Awareness Through Art
A one of a kind exhibition that looks at water beyond a resource
Preetika Parashuraman
Features
Taking Commuters For A Ride?
What happens when apps formulated to make life easy become the cause of inconvenience?
Busi Prafula Grace
Obituary
Samuel Prashanth, Office Manager of National School of Journalism (NSoJ), passed away last Sunday
Timothy Franklyn
News
Chinnaswamy Bleeds Blue
Team India’s clinical all-around performance results in a series victory.
Shriya Mandira
Features
Virtual Handcuffs
Mobile addiction is on the rise and teenagers are the worst affected by it. To help those affected, NIMHANS, Bangalore, has started a ‘digital de-addiction’ centre. Read on to know more.
Rama Thillai
Features
Tanhaji Roars Its Way Through
17th century historical saga, is slick, high voltage and well made piece of entertainment.
Anuj Sahebrao Rayate
Features
Transcending Boundaries Through Dance
The classical dance form, Bharatanatyam, has influenced people around the world. Read on to find out how love for this art form has inspired a French-Swiss dancer to popularise this art in different parts of the world.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
The Dentist Ironman
Meet the Bangalorean who successfully completed a race that many consider the most gruelling one-day sporting event in the world.
Hita Prakash
Features
Celebrating Harvest; Makara Sankranti
A look into the festival of Sankranti, also known as ‘Suggi Habba’, in the State of Karnataka.
Shriya Mandira
Features
The Dark World of Necromancy
Superstitions such as "black magic", "witchcraft", and "evil energy" are still haunting the people across the country.
Shreya Rai
News
Bengaluru Whitewash Jamshedpur
Bengaluru FC’s win over Jamshedpur proves the team might be well on their way to salvaging this season.
Anika Gomez
News
JNC Girls Lock Horns With BJP Supporters
Students of a Bangalore girls’ college and BJP party workers got into a argument about the controversial Citizenship (Amendment) Act.
Features
Rajini shines, but Darbar fails to impress
Though the theatre is filled with the energy of the audience in the introductory scene, a weak screenplay turns down the energy in the climax.
Mahadevan K V
Features
Dabangg 3 Lacks The Punch Of The Other Two
“Policewala Gunda” is something that describes the role of Salman Khan in Dabang3. Although this film is not as enjoyable as the other two by the same name to Salman’s fans, the last scene offers “paisa wasool”.
Nisha Singh
Features
‘Different Strokes’: Chitra Sante 2020
The annual art fair, hosted by the Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, was held on January 5. Read on to know more about the various exhibits.
Features
Exploring Thailand off the beaten track
Taking the road less traveled to the city of ruins
Roshini Muthukumar
Features
The Unspoken Story of Wildlife
Innovative wildlife documentaries highlight the need for conservation and also, seek more conversation around environmental issues.
Features
"Kadalekai Parishe": A Unique Experience
A walk through the oldest folk festival of Bangalore, the "Kadlekai Parshe"
Sneha R
Features
Magnolia Bakery Debuts In India
An iconic bakery that owes its fame to a popular television show, has finally made its way to India.
Roshini Muthukumar
Features
Designing Sustainable Futures
A talk explores new avenues of creating design-sustainable cultures
Busi Prafula Grace
Features
Kathasangama: Mixed bag of stories and that's all
Read the review of a movie which is an amalgamation of 7 stories. Have the directors tapped out the potentials of short movies?
Features
Read To Unjudge : The Human Library
What happens when readers have a session with living, breathing ‘books’ that are part of a Human Library? Readers discovered 10 very real stories about hardship, self-discovery and acceptance.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
News
Water Conservation: Time To Save, Time To Pledge
A just-launched water conservation campaign has volunteers pledging to save this precious resource before it runs out.
News
A Fight For Assamese Identity?
Assamese in the city join hands with other Bangaloreans to protest the Citizenship Amendment Act saying it is a threat to their very identity.
Features
Celebrating The Women Of Today
A movie that portrays men in a rather stereotypical manner. But the women of the 21st century are feisty, fierce and more than equal, to them.
Shreya Rai
News
Are Toll Plazas Ready For FASTag Deadline?
A detailed report about the implementation of FASTag and its implications.
Features
Go On, Give Into Wanderlust This Winter
From beaches to snow-capped mountains, jungle retreats to the hustle bustle of big cities, there is something on offer for all your year-end travel preferences.
News
KIA set to become India’s second busiest airport
Two months after its originally proposed date, the Kempegowda International Airport has started operations on its second runway.
Roshini Muthukumar
Features
Legends of Bharatanatyam: A tribute to ‘Bala’
A sneak peek into the life of a legend who helped popularise Bharatanatyam in India and across the world
Commentary
Encounters Won’t End This!
A young student journalist from NSoJ's UG2 expresses his concern over the recent ‘encounter’ deaths of the rape-accused in Telangana
Mahadevan K V
Features
Clay-Wrapped “Beggar’s Chicken”
Find out more about an ancient method of preparing chicken with just clay and fire
Hita Prakash
Features
Not so Creepy or Spooky, The Addams Family
The Addams are a tight-knit family who have their differences but clearly care about one another. The movie is about how this grotesque family is forced to live among "normal" families in the outside world.
Roshini Muthukumar
News
It's A Park, Can't Be A Parking Lot
Read about how a crucial lung space and a haven for walking and jogging, is now besieged from all sides.
News
Indian? Are you sure?
A detailed report on the working of the NRC based on the findings of Journalist Rohini Mohan
Features
With Stars In Our Eyes….
“Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does.” – Nelson Mandela
Features
Rich Sensuality In Pure Black And White
A retrospective on iconic photographer Prabuddha Dasgupta showcases his work across fashion, landscape, and portraiture
Features
How His 12-year Dream Came True
Dreaming about participating since age 14, Sanoj Raj, (now 26) a contestant from Bihar, has found fame and fortune by becoming the first crorepati of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) Season 11!
Nisha Singh
Commentary
Remembering Philip Hughes
A student journalist from NSoJ's UG1 pays tribute to a young cricketer gone too soon. His passing was a tragic event but it also taught her the true spirit of the game.
Shriya Mandira
Features
The Accidental Film-Maker
Two-time national award winning film-maker, Jacob Varghese speaks to NSoJ about his journey.
Sneha R
News
"Too Much Congestion", Is The Flyover Situation!
A flyover is meant to regulate vehicular traffic but what happens when the traffic piles up on the very same flyover. A look into the traffic situation in Hebbal.
Features
Getting A Sense of "Indianness"
A walk through the eighth edition of the Bangalore Literature Festival
Sneha R
Features
जहां चाह वहीं राह
सनोज बने केबीसी 11वे सीजन के पहले करोड़पति
Nisha Singh
Features
Medical Misinformation On The Rise
A workshop was held to spread awareness about how to prevent medical misinformation in the age of Internet and new media
Features
Where Did Tipu Sultan’s Rockets Go?
In the backdrop of the controversy over celebrating Tipu Jayanti, a history buff talks about the mystery behind the 18th century ruler’s rockets
Features
Women Power Through Words (And Verse)
A session on Narishakti at the recent Bangalore Lit Fest had two poets express their anguish and anger about the expectations society places on women
Features
Savarkar: Veer or Villain?
Was Vinayak Damodar Savarkar a proud Hindu patriot or a partisan Hindutva leader? That was the theme of a discussion led by a Savarkar scholar, at the recent Bangalore Lit Fest
Ashutosh Sudhanwa Patki
Features
बॉलीवुड का बैडमैन; गुलशन ग्रोवर - It's Good To Be Bad (The 'Badman's' Road To Success)
नेगेटिव किरदार न केवल स्क्रीन पर निभाना कठिन है, बल्कि वास्तविक जीवन में भी बहुत सी मुश्किलें पैदा कर देता है।
Nisha Singh
Features
Run NSoJ, Run!
A student journalist shares her experience and thoughts about a recent intercollegiate sports event organised by Bengaluru Central University
Neharika Archana Victor
News
Karnataka Cruise To Fourth Cricket Trophy
The home team secured a comfortable victory in the rain-halted finale of the Vijay Hazare Trophy, thanks to the efforts of senior players
Features
Why They Take Bounce Scooters For A Ride
Bounce has a huge user base among students in Bangalore, but they are also the ones who misuse the service the most.
Shreya Rai
News
Journalism Holds Power To Account: Columbia Journalism Prof.
Dr Anya Schiffrin spoke about the vital role journalists play. Her talk was followed by a panel discussion on the role of independent media
News
बाढ़ ने मचाया हड़कंप, लोग हुए बेहाल
भारी बारिश के कारण उत्तर पश्चिमी बेंगलुरु में डोड्डबीदारकल्लू झील की बांध टूट गई, परिणाम स्वरूप 500 से अधिक क्षेत्र की संपत्ति हुई नष्ट
Nisha Singh
Features
Paint The Sky In Your Own Colour
The Sky is Pink is a paean to love and loss, told powerfully, yet simply. The film, based on a true story, also features some eye-catching performances.
Nishi Trivedi
Features
Breaking The Barriers Of Darkness
Two young women are shining bright in the world of athletics.
Hita Prakash
Features
Hidden Treasures of a Heritage Church
A nature walk around the All Saint’s Church premises in Bangalore throws up some surprises for the participants
Features
Kannada Rajyotsava: Reasons To Celebrate Being Kannadiga
Udbhavi Balakrishna (NSoJ BA '22) gives you a guided tour of the beauty of Karnataka, its people, geography, languages and culture.
Udbhavi Balakrishna
Features
IME: Music For Every Emotion, Every Occasion
Exploring the world of Indian Music at India’s first interactive music museum
Nishi Trivedi
Features
युवा पीढ़ी एवं मार्केटिंग सेक्टर में डिजिटल मीडिया का प्रभाव
आज के दिनों में डिजिटल मार्केटिंग हम सब के लिए इतना जरूरी क्यों हो गया है और इसके क्या फायदे हैं, आइए इस विषय पर हम श्री प्रशांत हेब्बार से कुछ चर्चा करते हैं।
Features
Kashmir in Pictures: The Heartbreaking Truth
Mriganka Lulla presents a photo-essay from her visit to Kashmir in an independent capacity between October 5 and 9, 2019. Her purpose is to give the world glimpses of the very complex and multifaceted truth of Kashmir as seen through her eyes.
News
Flash Floods Spark Chaos
A look at the lives of affected families, a week after flash floods wreaked havoc in certain areas of North-West Bangalore
A Weekend Spent with Music
The NSoJ choir debuted with a very special performance in a glorious setting.
Manav Venkatesh
Features
When ‘My Fair Lady’ turned Kannadiga
City based theatre group’s adaptation of George Bernard Shaw’s Pygmalion
Hita Prakash
Students Urged To Become Job-Creators, Not Job-Seekers
Find out why entrepreneurship is an essential quality for students
Was the Centre Right in Scrapping Article 370 in J&K?
A Constitutional law scholar discusses the legalities of the Centre’s action in Jammu and Kashmir
Belly Dancing and The Art of Theatre
Theatreperson Ashish Sen took a workshop that taught NSoJ students why 'belly dancing' is so important!
News highlights for July 17, 2019: Rebel MLAs to skip no-confidence motion
NSoJ students present a selection of the most important stories on the morning of July 17, 2019
The going rate for an MLA in the state of Karnataka is Rs. 50 crores: Brijesh Kalappa
Is the Constitution inadequate in dealing with defections? A debate by congress spokesperson and lawyer Brijesh Kalappa and Dr. Harish Narasappa, lawyer and co-founder of Daksh, a civil society organisation.
