Kaun gali gayo Shyam Thumri that romantic, sensuous genre of classical music has many a story associated with it. Ashis Dutta goes in search
of the forgotten ones.
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A journey into Indias tea territory Matt Gross takes us to the tea gardens of Darjeeling that produce tea
that tastes not too different
from heaven.
Delft: Hollands greatest hidden treasure The menu cards in Delft are adorned with Vermeer
paintings and can be bought and kept as
souvenirs, writes Nina Jacob...
An open air restaurant in Delft. Profitjes (Dutch pancakes, around the size of a coffee cup's mouth) with all sorts of combinations, from strawberries and fresh cream, to bacon and fried eggs are a popular culinary treat here.
Suicides of two brilliant researchers in three months at a prestigious institute in Bangalore point to the pressures of various kinds the students face today. What remedial measures are needed to prevent such tragedies?
Deccan Herald had invited its readers to send their views. Commenting on the overwhelming academic and peer pressure encumbering students, readers suggest that understanding and support from parents and teachers can ease children to confide their problems and find a workable solution.
