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From Chengdu to Yangon, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Riyadh and the latest being Guangzhou, our growth story continues unabated.
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48 Artistry
Celebrating 80 years of the legend of Batman
Pankaj Tripathi talks about his travel adventures
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Showcasing women achievers from all walks of life
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Presenting Yellow colour through a range of photos
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An off beat approach to explore various destinations of IndiGo network
90 Green Intentions Focussing on environmentrelated issues
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around the world News from the world featuring interesting aspect of the world including travel, events/festivals, new book/film releases, and tech.
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London-based company has recently launched a robochef for home. From assembling and chopping all the ingredients to doing the cooking and cleaning the dirty pans, the robo-chef can help you in all chores. And the best part is it learns by capturing the movements of a human in the action... so you can teach him to cook your favourite dish.
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reaking tradition, 2019's prestigious Booker Prize was awarded to two recipients - Margaret Atwood, for The Testaments, a sequel to The Handmaid's Tale; and, Bernardine Evaristo, for Girl, Woman, Other. The two even made history with Atwood becoming the oldest author to receive this prize, while, Evaristo became the first woman of African descent to win the prize.
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ristiano Ronaldo scored 700th goal of his career during UEFA European Championship Qualifier. The milestone goal was netted in the 72nd minute, when the defending European champions were already trailing by two goals. Though the goal could not keep Portugal from losing to Ukraine in the qualifiers, but it definitely made history.
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hina has opened a new 'starfish' shaped airport in Beijing. The new Daxing International Airport, second airport in the capital city, is touted to be the biggest airport terminal in the world and the structure is shaped in such a way that there are six spokes coming out of the central building, giving it the shape of a starfish.
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og lovers should definitely watch the new trailer of Lady and the Tramp. The new flick by Disney+ is a timeless re-telling of the 1955 animated classic. The story revolves around a pampered house dog and a lovable stray as they embark on an unexpected adventure. Despite their differences both grow closer and come to understand the value of home.
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xplore a booming roster of activities ranging from Police Dog Show in association with Indian Armed Forces, International Cat Show in association with World Cat Federation, Fashion Show and dedicated play areas for cats and dogs at PetFed, one of India's largest Pet Festival & Limca World Record Holder of ‘Biggest Dog Carnival’. The event will take place in Bengaluru (November 16-17, 2019), Delhi (December 28-29, 2019) & Mumbai (January 11-12, 2020).
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nterpret two centuries old sacred temples of Odisha during an exhibition 'Interpreting Temples' organised by Siddhartha Das Studio at India International Centre, New Delhi on November 23 December 6, 2019. The exhibition will showcase many exquisite objects being fashioned by over a hundred legacy bearing master craftspeople, from miniaturised stone models of architectural friezes to wooden models that make the sacred architecture of the Jagannath (Puri) and Lingaraj (Bhubaneswar) temples apparent.
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ondon's British Museum is exhibiting the first edition of a 15th century travel guide, Peregrinatio in Terram Sanctam, considered to be the world's first such book. Written by Bernhard von Breydenbach in 1486 with illustrations by Erhard Reuwich, the book covered European and MiddleEastern cities as were seen by them on their travels to cities like Venice and Jerusalem.
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n November 11-24, 2019, TAO Art Gallery in Mumbai will host an exhibition 'Landscapes: The Crucial & The Curious' by Vipul Prajapati & Debashish Dutta. Both artists individually explore art as an opportunity to create a space where perspective could become a part of a larger discourse and play a significant role in driving awareness on deeper levels.
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hubha Mudgal's first book is all about music. In the book, Looking for Miss Sargam, the author talks about the world of music through seven short stories. The stories takes readers into the lives of musicians from Indian cities. She also talks about her journey to win Padma Shri and road to stardom.
he WÜrthersee Football Stadium in Klagenfurt, Austria, has been transformed into a forest of alder, aspen, white willow and common oak by artist Klaus Littman in an attempt to make people aware of climate change and deforestation. His vision was inspired by Max Peintner's artwork 'For Forest — The Unending Attraction of Nature', with the intention of telling people that soon in the future nature will be found in specially designated places.
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K will be sending Robot Spider to Moon. In the first ever lunar mission in 2021, UK's tiny robotic lunar lander, resembling a spider, will land on the surface of moon with an aim to provide information for future human missions. The lander with four legs is equipped with two cameras which will enable it to take robot selfies.
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incent van Gogh's creations from the early 1900 will be presented in the world-famous Städel Museum of Frankfurt in an art exhibition 'A German Love Story' to include works by the painter. At the heart of the exhibition are 50 key works by Vincent van Gogh from all phases of his artistic work. Running until February 16, 2020, the exhibition will feature artworks from some of the world’s most renowned museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art of New York City and the National Gallery of Prague.
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alking in a field of flower or on the moon or ocean floor will now be possible for people around the world without visiting the place. A research team from Tokyo developed a VR walking system that records the sounds of a person walking and replays it with vision and foot vibrations. The system has a headmounted display and four vibrators that will be attached to the heels and forefeet to induce the sensation of self-motion, walking, leg action and telepresence.
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A BIRD'S-EYE VIEW OF SOME DOMESTIC & INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS OF INDIGO
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Best time to visit Late October to March
Kabsa, mixed rice dish made with meat and vegetables, is also the national dish of Saudi Arabia. Al Seddah Restaurant in Falastin Street of Jeddah is the best place to try kabsa.
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If you are visiting Jeddah in summer, then plan your trip around 'Jeddah Season: Sea & Culture'. The festival is famous for theatrical performances and comedy shows.
To experience Jeddah at its best, visit Souq Al Alawi and enjoy the most extensive souq in the Kingdom. Shop for Arabian jewellery, Islamic art and traditional dresses.
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Population 3.3 million (2010)
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From Gujarati Thali to Maharashtrian dishes, you can savour multiple delicacies in Shirdi. Blue Coriander is the best place to try multiple cuisines.
If you love museum hopping, Dixit Wada Museum is the place for you. The museum showcases gramophone records, bathing stone and cooking utensils.
A trip to Shirdi is incomplete unless you take home ladoos. Sold by Sai Baba Temple office, these ladoos are made with pure ghee, nuts, raisins, and gram flour boondi.
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Your fascination for wildlife ends at Parambikkulam Wildlife Sanctuary. The place is a tiger reserve and a protected habitat for endangered species. GIFTING ZONE
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Best time to visit July to March
Currency Indian Rupee
Population 1.6 million
You should definitely pick up a Chettinad Silk Saree from Coimbatore and one of the best places to shop for that is Shantiniketan Silks, an old shop that sells best variety of silk cloth and silk sarees.
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Best time to visit May to July
Currency Malaysian Ringgit
Population 1.78 million
Kuala Lumpur is known to be a top street food destination, and there is no better place to head to than the Jalan Alor, a street food haven in the heart of the city. PLAN IT RIGHT
Planning to visit Kuala Lumpur in autumn? The Mid-Autumn Festival, to thank the moon goddess for a good harvest, awaits you with delicious mooncakes and bright lantern processions. GIFTING ZONE
Kuala Lumpur is the best place to buy authentic Malaysian batik print garments and Central Market, one of the landmarks of the city, is where you should be going for some local merchandise.
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Authentic Konkani Mangalorean delicacies like tuppa dosa, phanas molik and biscuit roti can be best savoured at The New Taj Mahal Cafe, which has been around for over 95 years now.
Head to the World Konkani Centre, where you will learn everything about the people, language, arts and achievements of Konkani men and women.
Situated in the centre of the city, Hampankatta Market is the oldest shopping destination in Mangaluru. The market is known for its local spices and sweets.
Best time to visit September to April
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Population 0.49 million
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Music for your Ears and Soul “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.� - Plato Flip through these pages and step into the world of music, as we keep you in-tune with interesting trivia of some of the most popular musical instruments.
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EUROPE Inside Guangzhou, China’s third largest city, lies Shamian Island. Unexpectedly European and quiet, it finds a place in every wedding photo in the province.
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Tall man-made waterfalls, ancient mosques and temples, beer museums and sky-scrapers aside, Guangzhou (erstwhile Canton) has its own piece of Europe a short distance away from its famous New Town. Quiet and carfree, this little island connected by bridges is full of former British and French buildings which, after a brief period – people watching. Also, interestingly, of disrepair, have now been restored you will be greeted by another to their glory. sight - that of wedding, modelling or catalogue photoshoots! At any In Chinese, Shamian literally means given time, easily expect at least 40 'sandy surface' and was given to models, couples or photographers the French and British by the Qing clicking away. Local people believe government. The British dug a that one wedding photo is like the moat around the west bank and other - because nearly everyone has converted it into an island and the same 'European' touch! It is easy to built bridges connecting it with get distracted with the photoshoots the mainland. An arch bridge and beautiful models, but that said, named 'Bridge of England', built in the island has plenty of green, lush 1861, continues to attract photo gardens that are equally attractive and enthusiasts. Today, like every small demand closer inspection. European town, the island has cafÊs, restaurants and bars with outdoor seats dotting the tree-lined streets that helps the visitor soak up the atmosphere quietly.
A photographer's paradise Besides its multitude of dining options, Shamian Island is popular for another reason
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Historic buildings abound The island is surrounded by the Pearl River on one side and a canal on the other, but despite this, it gives the feeling of being in another world. Walk around Shamian Island to explore the number of incredible structures - old embassy buildings, cathedrals and churches. Lady of Lourdes Chapel, a big French cathedral built in 1892, is particularly fascinating. There is also the British Protestant Church, Christ Church Shameen (built in 1865), which makes for an interesting sight. Curiously, there are plenty of bronze statues scattered around the island. They depict life in the area, past and present. For example, the statue of a small girl standing on tiptoe as she tries to reach the mailbox and another of a woman walking along with a violin with five children in tow are particularly captivating. The more recent attractions include the Victory Hotel, the must-see 'lobby' of the White Swan Hotel and a Starbucks disguised as a fine colonial building.
Historical past
In the earlier days, the island was connected to the mainland by two bridges, which were closed at 10 pm as a security measure. The bridges were guarded by Sikh and Vietnamese police officers. Over the years, trading companies from Europe, the USA and Japan built stone mansions along the waterfront, many of them can be seen even today. After 1949, many of the mansions became government offices or apartment houses, while churches were turned into factories. Today, only the government of Poland has an embassy on the island.
This artificially created island was divided between British and the French in 1859. It housed embassies and played an important role during the first and second opium wars. Before it became an island, it also served as an important trading port during the Song Dynasty.
are plenty of bronze statues scattered around the island. They depict life in the area, past and
While in Guangzhou
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Visit Dafo Temple, one of the most important places of worship, which is over a thousand years old. Go to Beer Museum to know about the Chinese system of making beer over five thousand years ago.
Guangzhou takes its noodles seriously. Get a taste of the famed Cantonese delicacies at the crossroads of Wenming Street and Dezheng Middle Street. Grandma’s Noodles are particularly famous for its quality egg noodles.
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eum Riyadh is a city steeped in history and culture, and the museums dotting the city offer fitting tributes to its rich heritage.
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Words Aftab Husain Kola
At the heart of Arabian Peninsula, Riyadh, capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has grown in leaps and bounds since the 80s. Defying the glitzy skyscrapers that have sprung up at many places, there are still places in this vibrant city where one can enjoy Saudi history. Riyadh’s tryst with its history and heritage through its renovated forts, museums and historic memorabilia is worth the efforts. Justifiably so, the UNESCO had endorsed Riyadh as the Arab Cultural Capital for the millennium year. If one talks of history and heritage, Riyadh’s Al-Masmak district, popular among tourists and residents, and home to Al-Masmak Fort, which is now a museum, is the first that comes to mind.
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Al-Masmak Fort Illustrating the story of the Kingdom, Al-Masmak Fort is home to a museum that has become an important historical destination and focal point for state guests as well as foreign visitors and local residents. 'Masmak' in Arabic translates to high, fortified, thick and massive—important qualities for a fort that witnessed King Abdul Aziz’s major initiatives in consolidating the Kingdom. The work on the fortress began in 1865. In 1902, it served as a warehouse for ammunition and weapons and was subsequently converted into a prison before being turned into a heritage landmark in the heart of Riyadh. It was inaugurated in 1995 as the Al-Masmak Historical Museum, which has a wide collection of sepia and new photographs, maps, models, display cabinets, old weapons, traditional and heritage objects.
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BYGONE ERA ANTIQUES King Abdul Aziz Historical Center At the core of city's historical spots is a series of buildings interspersed with public spaces and gardens, home to King Abdul Aziz Foundation for Research and Archives and Murabba Palace, which are prominent landmarks here. At its centre is the Kingdom's flagship museum, the National Museum of Riyadh, where one can feast on a captivating display of Saudi Arabia's culture in past and present forms. The museum showcases different types of antiques, manuscripts, documents and display boards of bygone era. Embracing an area of 17,000 sqm the museum's two-storey building covers 28,000 sqm. The depictions are well scattered over eight exhibition halls—Man and the Universe; Arab Kingdoms; Pre-Islamic Era; Hall of the Prophet’s Mission; Hall of Islam and the Arabian Peninsula; Hall of the First and Second Saudi State; Unification of the Kingdom Hall and Hall of Hajj and two Holy Mosques emphasising the importance of Mecca and Medina.
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Antiquities Museum Located in King Saud University – the oldest in Saudi Arabia – it highlights cultural and historical artefacts that have been discovered and collected through various excavations conducted by the university. The museum has two main halls: the first focuses on the Faw and Rabdha excavations that took place in Northern and Southern Saudi Arabia in the 1970s and includes artefacts that date back to Roman and Hellenic times, such as statues of Apollo. The second hall houses antiquities, including coins and statues, porcelain, pottery, jewellery, etc.
Saqer-Aljazirah Aviation Museum One of the prominent aerospace museums in the region, it displays an excellent collection of aircraft and memorabilia spanning the entire history of aviation in Saudi Arabia. The museum showcases a collection of model airplanes, collectables, pictures, historical documents and audiovisual installations that explore the country’s aerospace journey. It comprises sections on historical pictures, airbases, Westland Wapiti aircraft, the F-15 aircraft, Typhon, King Faisal Air Academy, space, etc. There is also a special section dedicated to the astronaut Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, who was one of the astronauts on board the space shuttle Discovery as part of a NASA mission in 1985.
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Upstream along the quiet banks of the Ganga, not far from the bustle of present day Kolkata, lie a string of towns, where a slice of Europe came to roost much before the British did. Words Sugato Mukherjee
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Between Serampore, 30 km north of Kolkata, where the Danish founded a trading outpost in 1755 and Bandel, which was a Portuguese territory in the early 17th century, is a charming little town Chandannagar, where the French had governed till 1951 and Chinsurah, where the Dutch seafarers had their trading outpost for more than 200 years. These four towns have retained traces of a mothballed European heritage in their architecture and culture. Western trade capital Amsterdam and its Eastern counterpart in PORTUGUESE PIONEERS Batavia, Chinsurah occupied a key The Portuguese were the first to position of the sprawling Dutch arrive on the eastern shores of India empire. In his book The Dutch East in the last decades of 16th century and as the pepper trade flourished, they India Company in India, Dutch created a settlement at Hooghly historian Bauke van der Pol wrote of near Saptagram, a flourishing port mansions with pleasure gardens and town. The earliest settlers were a ornate steps leading to the river. As band of buccaneers. They set up you walk through the labyrinthine their base at Bandel, 55 km north alleys of Chinsurah, traces of that of Kolkata. Though nothing much built heritage can be found in the has remained of the Portuguese exquisite Indo-Dutch architecture of stronghold, their legacy is still the palatial mansions that dot the evident in the Augustinian friary townscape. One of them is Baro Seal which was first constructed in 1599. Bari (Seal’s Mansion) – a majestic The church has been renovated mansion built in 1763 by Nilambar many times over and now appears Seal, a rich and influential merchant in an uninspiring, modernist avatar, of Chinsurah. The imposing Ionic but the Sunday chimes of the church Columns hold up the semi-circular bell still draws a large crowd from balconies, while thin fluted columns the town and surrounding villages, with Corinthian capitals support the whose forefathers had converted to arches of the thakurdalan (open hall Christianity. of worship). A few hundred metres from the 256-year-old Seal Mansion, a deserted alley leads to the verdant, GOING DUTCH About 6km downstream from Bandel lies Chinsurah. The Dutch arrived a decade after the Portuguese and created a trading post dealing in saltpetre, spices, cotton and indigo at Chinsurah, which lasted for more than two centuries (1610-1825). As a hub between the
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impeccably-maintained Dutch cemetery, in use till the mid-19th century, when the Dutch ceded Chinsurah to the British. Some of the oldest tombstones of the cemetery contain the Dutch Coat of Arms.
The finest example of Indo-Dutch architectural fusion lies just outside Chinsurah town, on a field that slopes down from the Grand Trunk Road - the beautiful mausoleum of Susanna Anna Maria. A Dutch beauty of the early 18th century, Susanna is believed to have had seven husbands (though historical records vouch for only two) and also the inspiration behind Ruskin Bond’s famous novel Susanna’s Seven Husbands.
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Further down river, the town of Chandannagar was established by the French at the end of the 17th century and led to the town becoming famous for its quaint neighbourhoods, teeming with Gallic pubs. That legacy is still evidenced by the Chandannagore Strand, that runs alongside the Ganga. This beautiful boulevard is home to elegant pastel facades of French-era buildings. The erstwhile French Governor’s residence has now been converted to Institut de Chandernagore that houses a museum and an institute of French studies and a beautiful 19th century French villa now operates as the Chandannagar court. Just in front of the museum, stands the Patal Bari (The Underground House, so named because its lowest floor is submerged in the river), a stately mansion with beautiful wooden sunshades and decorative water outlets. An 18th century zamindar house, Patal Bari has a long file of distinguished visitors including Rabindranath Tagore. The Nobel Laureate poet visited this house often in his early years and mentioned its aesthetic architecture in his writings. Just off the Strand, the late 19th century Sacred Heart Church stands in stolid white splendour, a statue of St. Peter guarding its entrance. The beautiful altar lights and a church bell that had been imported from France together with the
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The Serampore Initiative, a collaboration between the Danish Culture Ministry and the West Bengal Heritage Commission, has restored the riverside Danish Tavern, which was popular with 18th century traders.
In Chinsurah, a project to conserve and restore the town’s heritage buildings has been initiated.
In Chandannagar, residential buildings that reflect the shared cultural and architectural heritage in their eclectic mix of French facades and Indian courtyards, have been mapped.
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InTune
The Evergreen Gramophone Ever wondered how did the rotating disc action of DJs come into existence? It all began with Edison's humble but grand creation, the gramophone, which was the original DJ setup for the bygone eras for recording and creating new music.
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So it started like this. Young Bruce Wayne, who is eight to ten years old, and his parents, Thomas and Martha, are crossing an alley in Gotham City. A thug approaches them, asking for valuables. A squabble begins, and both his parents are shot dead. Bruce is traumatised to see his parents fall in front of him. He eventually becomes a vigilante crime fighter, with the ultimate goal to avert any form of injustice to the people of Gotham City. Since then, Batman is an enigma and this comic character has been captured on celluloid with brilliance as well. But what makes the story timeless enough to survive generations? What is it about this character hellbent on avenging the death of his parents night after night that has kept him at the forefront of our pop culture?
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As the legend turned 80 this year, we take a look at why we still need Batman and will we be talking about Batman in another 80 years... Words Abhishek Chakraborty
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PHENOMENAL CHARACTER Batman is only the second DC superhero to retain the majority of his basic features, the other being the Man of Steel. Since making his first appearance as a socialite turned crime-fighter, Bruce Wayne in Detective Comics #27 on March 30, 1939, the Dark Knight has stood as a symbol of determination, bravery and justice to fans for 80 years. "At the point when Bill Finger and Bob Kane put down the thought for 1939's Detective Comics #27, they didn’t know they were making a timeless hero who would captivate readers and movie audiences for decades to come,” says Cartoon Network Enterprises. The Case of the Chemical Syndicate proved to be a stellar success and ended up being a smash hit in no time. Two things make for a good hero: recognisable physical traits and the narrative arc of their story—their mythology. And Batman had both the characteristics. “Since a good hero is expected to have experiences of heroism and pain, Batman has always fit the bill with ease. His profound sadness coupled with heartfelt experiences of loss make him a relatable character till date,” adds Cartoon Network Enterprises. The authors of Batman has spent most part of a decade showcasing Batman as a symbol of hope for Gotham citizens. They put him through the ringer, re-opened old wounds and once even killed the hero off at one point just so that he can pick himself up again and
keep fighting. So does this mean that Batman, the character, is solely driven by tragedy? What are the reasons for Batman's immense popularity?
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“His honesty and his desire to serve the citizens of Gotham make him a likeable character. Above all, he is adaptable and easy-going that appeals to the youth till date, says Cartoon Network Enterprises, adding, “His demeanour is modern and rational and his use of equipment, like technical gadgets and high-tech cars, appeal to people of this generation. His use of logic and ability to empathise and sympathise enables him to work out the nitty-gritty. He is a superhero without superpowers.”
RELEVANCE People across generations admire the durability of the character through the different eras of comics, from the Golden Age, to the sillier '50s and '60s stories of the Comics Code era, to the current age. But the one thing that has changed with time is the iconography of Batman.
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So will Batman matter in another 80 years? We all look for a light at the end of the tunnel and Batman symbolises that feeling of hope within us. Time and again, he has exceeded our expectations and left us wanting for more. His honesty and effortless ability
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to adapt and understand the plight of others makes him one of us - he is righteous and frank and his life is an example for us to emulate. It is just a matter of time before we see him on celluloid again! He will reignite the passion within us to serve humanity and his histrionics will make us admire him even more.
SUPER VILLAIN Among Batman’s greatest super-villains, Joker finds his name at the top! The Joker is the perfect nemesis and Batman counters him with the perfect use of sarcasm and wit. At the same time, Batman has the ability to fight all odds and he has often used his inherent intelligence to perfection. In Batman: The Dark Knight Returns (1986) Batman returns on a horseback to save Gotham with a reformed army of former gang members. He is able to save Gotham from an electromagnetic impulse with exemplar and grace like true superhero.
HIS ALLIES Batman’s heartwarming kindness and spontaneity is visible for everyone to see when he shares a touching Thanksgiving Dinner with none other than Solomon Grundy. Even more astonishing is his tryst with Catwoman. He not only forgives her but also almost marries her in Batman Hush and Batman 50 enabling us to understand that he is a superhero with a heart of gold.
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Travel widens my learning horizon.
"I sincerely believe that travel is for everyone, just that it may mean something different for each one of us. But one reason remains the same – our desire to experience new things.� Pankaj Tripathi
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“I must confess that I always yearned to become an actor because I wanted to travel the world. And it was my love for travel that made me move out from a nondescript village in Bihar to Patna, Delhi and then Mumbai. Or I can say that one passion of mine fuelled another, and here I am. I love to see new places, taste new flavours, learn new cultures, meet new people, and enrich my life with all these small joys that come along.
Thankfully, my job allows me to be footloose and fancy-free, and I couldn't ask for more. In all these years, I have had the pleasure of seeing all the places across the globe that I secretly wished to visit one day. Benjamin Disraeli famously said that like all great travellers, I have seen more than I remember, and remember more than I have seen. I couldn't agree more with him. At times, I travel for business and in between my hectic
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Pankaj Tripathi with wife Mridula and daughter Aashi
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The English getaway sounds like an exotic vacay, but trust me, I enjoy visiting far-off, and unseen cities, towns and even villages across India as well. The experience brings forth something that I can never discover otherwise. I get to know how other people live, eat and cook. So I earnestly look forward to heading to some faraway place to gather knowledge from people I stumble upon during my journey and stay. That remains a significant takeaway for me. But some places remain my all-time favourite like Leh and Ladakh, villages in and around Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, and Bikaner in Rajasthan, villages of Himachal Pradesh, and Kerala. It has been long since I visited Jaisalmer Fort, popularly known as Sonar Quila, or wandered aimlessly in Kuldhara village in Jaisalmer, or enjoyed a taste of rural life in Sam village, also in Jaisalmer. Other offbeat destinations in Himachal Pradesh that remain memorable for an awesome vacay are Tirthan Valley in the Kullu district where Tirthan river meanders along, and Jibhi, a scenic, unpretentious and old Himalayan village in the Banjar Valley. I choose to visit them over and over again because they they provide solace to my soul, and leave me refreshed and rejuvenated to carry on with the humdrum affairs of my life with greater vigour. LOVE FOR FOOD The other best part of travelling remains food. Once when we were on our way to
Jodhpur from Jaisalmer, I spotted a hut that doubled up as a makeshift roadside eatery catering to the rural populace. I asked the driver to stop the car. He was reluctant though saying we might not like the traditional Rajasthani food served there. I somehow had my way and went inside. The old woman manning the Dhaba said that she had bajre ki roti and Kair Sangri for us, but if we could wait, she would prepare mirchi ki sabji too. Well, I was already salivating at the mere mention of these delicacies. The woman quickly went to her farm, plucked some green chillies, cooked the yummiest chilly curry that I have ever had in my life, dipped hot bajre ki rotis in ghee and served a meal in no time. It was way above our humble expectations, and perhaps the taste still lingers on in my mouth as I recall the food. Such is the power of food that it conjures memories, often good ones that flash before your eyes as you think about what your mother cooked for you or anything that you once relished. For me, it is of the food cooked by my Ma, served with dollops
Some places remain my all-time favourite like Leh and Ladakh, villages in and around Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bikaner in Rajasthan, and villages of Himachal.
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Food corner In Mumbai, I am always on the lookout for the vegetables that we get in our part of world — nenua (sponge gourd), arbi (colocasia), ole (yam), etc. These are the rare ones to find as there are few takers for them. My all-time comfort food remains litti-chokha, sattu ka paratha, makai-sattu (corn-roasted gram) powder, and chawalteesi (rice and roasted flaxseed powder).
of love and care, and the satiated look on my face and one of satisfaction on Ma's after I polished my plate. I fondly remember the grinding of raw spices — cumin, coriander, turmeric, chilly — on sil-batta back at home that lent food its distinct taste, especially coriander leaf chutney. Long before entering the house, one could smell it. Such was the aroma. I still prefer to go the traditional way creatively. Similarly in acting, if one and not much in favour of readymade overdoes it or leaves it undone by even spices or those ground in mixers for one per cent, then it shows. Like when cooking. While travelling, I often prefer we buy okra, we prepare a mental map local food, be it in India or abroad. I of how we intend to cook it, whether it advise people to eat food slowly and would be a dry preparation or a gravy chew it properly to get a clear taste of one. In acting too, we visualise the role the ingredients used in cooking that mostly according to the script and to food. some extent on imagination and instinct, and then enact the same onscreen. Not many know that I was, at one point in time, a professional cook at a By the way, don't be surprised if you hear top-notch hotel in Patna. As a trainee that I have opened a restaurant serving there, I was made to peel vegetables Purvanchali food one day." for a week, and in reasonable amounts — 30 kg of onions, 50 kg of boiled potatoes, and 500 eggs in a day. There was no respite. It was a test of my patience and a way to check suitability for the job. Thankfully, I fared well. Cooking is an art, akin to acting where one has to use imagination and attention in abundance. One has to use ingredients in the right proportion and use them
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InTune
The Soothing Sitar Introduced to the world in the 50s by the musical genius Pandit Ravi Shankar, the classical Sitar went full Rock 'n' Roll mode during the psychedelic 60s, when The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and The Doors all used it in their music creations.
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Steeped in tradition with sophisticated art and heritage scene, Qatar will entice you in ways like no other country can.
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Al Zubarah Fort A castle in the middle of desert.... sounds like a fairytale? Doha can make this dream come true. The desert fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and serves as a beautiful museum.
Al Thani Museum Do you love everything vintage? A treasure trove for artifacts lovers, the museum houses personal collection of Sheikh Fasial Al Thani, a member of the royal family of Qatar. There are around 600 cars spanning from trucks to convertibles, steam cars to limousines.
Museum of Islamic Art Immerse yourself in Qatar's culture at the museum that is home to textiles, ceramics and manuscripts collected from three continents over a span of 1400 years.
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Sandboarding Adventure After skateboarding and snowboarding, one must try sandboarding at the desert around Khor Al Adaid. Spend at least halfa-day finding your way down the dunes. And yes, you are not going to do this on foot, a sandboard will be your pal in this adventure.
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Try Dune Bashing & a Camp Stay Thrill-seekers can hop on a 4x4 jeep and explore the heart of desert around Khor Al Adaid. The jeeps will drop you at a camp where you can enjoy a night under the sky in Bedouin style.
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Kebabs Aroma of kebabs fills the street of Old Al Ghanim which is home to some excellent eateries, specialising in grills and kebabs. The delicacy is savoured in various ways in Qatar and a must-try from their menu is Kebab Grill Meat.
Waqif Art Centre Al Jasra is revered for various art forms and Waqif Art Centre is one such example. Home to art galleries and artists' studios, here you can watch them working on paintings, sculptures and other creations.
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Souq Waqif Horse Stables A discussion of Qatar's culture is incomplete without a mention of Arabian Horses. Visitors can walk around the stables and take pictures with some well-groomed Arabian Horses.
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Falafel This popular and lip smacking Middle Eastern dish is a deep fried ball or a patty made from ground chickpeas and fava beans. Oh...do not forget the Tahini Dip. The dish can be tried at Falafel Al Akawi.
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Souq Al Wakrah Walk in the maze of alleys and courtyards and immerse in the beauty of enchanting market of Al Wakrah. The enormous market is home to aged clay structures, intriguing architecture, beautiful mosques and stables. In Qatar, if you are looking for traditional shopping then Souq Al Wakrah is the place. It has everything from honey, spices and dates to perfumes, trinkets and souvenirs. The market is also home to some popular restaurants and coffee shops.
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UNBE MC Mary Kom
And this medal, to the ones who saw her fight at the world’s, did not come easy. She had a tough draw and despite the first round bye, the route to the medal was tough. Facing the spunky Thai Jitpong in the second round, Mary had to bring all her experience to the fire against someone who was throwing wild punches hoping some will stick. Mary sussed her beautifully in round one before going to attack in rounds two and three eventually winning by a unanimous 5-0 verdict. It was the same story in the quarter-final against her Colombian opponent who many thought was capable
At 37, Mary is still the best boxer in her category in India and the best bet for a medal in Tokyo Olympics 2020. She proved it yet again at the World Championships becoming the first ever boxer in history to win a record 8 medals, overtaking Cuban legend Felix Savon. In this conversation with Boria Majumdar, Mary talks about her Tokyo ambitions and a lot more.
of causing an upset. Yet again Mary was all over her in the second round and by the end of the bout there was clearly one winner. And when the referee raised her hand saying the customary, “And the winner in the red corner....”, all we could see her do was smile. There wasn’t any over the top celebration. Mary knows the world’s are not her mission. Tokyo 2020 is. And for that to happen she will yet again take centre stage in February 2020 in the qualifiers. Boria - Mary you have always lived by your own rules. From changing your name as a kid to winning at the world level with three children. What keeps you going after 8 medals in the world championships? MARY- I love being a mother, a boxer and a singer. There is no reason why I need to choose one over the other. It’s also the belief I have in myself, and I want more and more women to have a firm belief that whatever they dream, they can achieve if they keep the faith! Also, my fans who keep rooting for me, many of them come from
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far places just to see me play; my husband and kids...their pride in me, support from brands like Puma, keep me focussed and motivated. My faith in God and my training keeps me going. And you have known me for a long time and know that I don’t believe in shortcuts. If you work hard, you are bound to get rewarded in the end. Boria - Interestingly, you have just done a campaign that stands for a bigger purpose of empowerment of women. It is not wrong to say that you now stand for girl power in India. Your thoughts: MARY - Gender, age, nothing is a barrier. A woman can choose to do whatever she wants at any stage in life. If there is a will, she will find her way. Being a woman and a mother, I have faced several challenges that have empowered me to break the rules. As this campaign with Puma gives women a collective voice, I would like to tell all my female fans to never stop believing, never stop fighting the tough fight, since at the end of it there is supreme satisfaction and happiness! Not to forget, I always have fun and find joy in everything I do! When you asked me to sing when I launched the Mumbai marathon, you must have noticed how much I enjoyed singing to a packed audience. Boria - But the big prize is next year Mary and it is the only thing that is perhaps not there in your cabinet. An Olympics gold
“A proud moment for Indian sports. Congratulations to Mary Kom for winning a Gold in the Women’s World Boxing Championships. The diligence with which she’s pursued sports and excelled at the world stage is extremely inspiring. Her win is truly special.”
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- Shri Narendra Modi, PM of India, 2018
“Congratulations Mary Kom, icon of Manipur and of India, for winning the gold medal in women’s 45-48 kg boxing event at #GC2018. You make us prouder with every punch! - Shri Ram Nath Kovind, President of India
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I train the hardest and practice the hardest. That’s the recipe for success. medal will perhaps complete the journey. How do you wish to approach the next three months? MARY - Well my only focus is Olympics qualification and I am working hard with my coaches to perform well. Yes it is a dream and I will leave no stone passion for the sport, they will easily unturned in trying to fulfil that achieve more. I have always said this goal. about India that there is no dearth of potential. We have a lot of talent. Boria - How do you see the women’s What we need them to do is work boxing scenario in India today? hard and make that talent come to Lots of girls performed superbly at the fore. International sport is a lot of the world championships. The next hard work and entails a lot of sacrifice. generation of stars are coming If you are willing to suffer hardship, up and you must be feeling really there is reward at the end of the good about how things have journey. That’s what I want the next improved over the years? generation of women boxers to do. MARY - Well, young girls are coming up and performing well at the national and international circuit but they need consistency in their performance and the day they will have more hunger and
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Do you like discovering? Do you have the curiosity to know new things? Yellow is your colour then. The lightest hue of the spectrum relates to clarity of thoughts and ideas. This is also highly visible of all other colours. Now you know why pedestrians crossings are painted yellow!
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The quaint Buddhist trail, from Bodh Gaya to Yangon, is a journey that promises a spectacular Buddhist spirit presenting myriad colours of peace while negotiating harmonious paths to live life! Words Dr Navina Jafa
The echoes of Buddha’s travel footprints are a high for seeking spirituality. The inspiration, the sense of exploring impending greatness, the untiring insistence on the spirit inspires to break free and soar. The trail endeavours to capture a glimpse of the historical reality as represented at Bodh Gaya and Sarnath and a wider dimension of an Asian identity through Buddhism in Kolkata and Yangon (Myanmar). Here, a traveller gets a taste of trade power of oral historicity transformed as faith and national identity. The journey fulfills a sense of inner necessity and generates a pragmatic will to experience the reality of spirit in action.
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Vajrasana, the throne in the Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya placed by Emperor Ashoka, is said to be the last thing to be destroyed on Earth, when the world ends.
The Navel of the Buddhist World marks the journey of the enlightenment of the historical Buddha. Along the River Niranjana (Falgu) – Gaya is a footprint. While the Hindus believe that it belongs to Lord Vishnu - the protector where they perform ancestral rites; the Buddhist believe it is the place where Buddha entered Bodh Gaya to initiate his meditative journey to enlightenment. The 7th century Chinese traveller Hiuen Tsang mentions that there was a stupa at this location. Next, the main Bodh Gaya Mahabodhi temple complex encloses the sacred Bodhi tree where the Buddha is said to have touched the earth, garnered his energies and proceeded to be enlightened. The highlight of the travel is standing beneath the knowledge tree, where a stone seat (called the diamond seat) represents the navel (centre of the universe). The rectangular Mahabodhi Temple stands east to the tree and layers of narratives abound its history. Images of the Bodhi Tree and the Mahabodhi Temple are seminal representation in the iconography of the Buddhist Art.
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FACT FILE The first Institute of Higher Buddhist and Tibetan Studies was set up in Sarnath.
Varanasi, situated along the Ganges, developed as an important riverine commercial city. The flow of money inevitably propelled the development of intricate layering of cultural and spiritual impulses and patronage. Lord Buddha was offered a sublime space outside the city called Sarnath where he delivered his first sermon – and the wheel of Buddhist learning turned. Three centuries later, the great Emperor Ashoka built the Dhamek Stupa at the same place to mark the great event. Here the traveller walks the footprints and encounters energies of several monks, scholars who in the past and present walk this territory of monastic learning and meditation. Varanasi and surrounding regions like Sarnath are a testimony of human settlements for centuries. A part of the expressions is a large number of archaeological findings and artifacts. Some masterpieces are found at the Sarnath Museum. The journey is exciting when an Ashokan pillar brings alive the Indian State Symbol of four lions inspired by the life of Lord Buddha. However, the masterpiece is the 5th century Gupta period Buddha. Made of sandstone, the visitor, on entering the long hall, needs to walk with a focus on the lighted face of the teaching Buddha. As one approaches, the Buddha’s statue, its smile, half-opened eyes shower blissful energy. The iconic artistic representation from this site is representative of the first sermon where there is a wheel surrounded by two deers – Yes that is Sarnath!
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During the late 19th and early 20th century, Kolkata emerged on many levels. The city rose as a centre against imperialism, and one of the perspectives was developing an identity through the network of Buddhism.
FACT FILE Fo Guang Shan Kolkata Buddhist Centre in the heart of Tangra, also known as Kolkata's Chinatown, was founded in 1998 by Buddha Light International, a Taiwan based organisation.
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In the 1890s, Dharmapala, a monk from Sri Lanka, established the Maha-Bodhi Society that strove to conserve the sites at Bodh Gaya, Sarnath, and Kushinagar (the place where Lord Buddha died). He interestingly travelled to Japan and dreamed of a panAsian Buddhist network to fight Imperialism. Interestingly, Asian identity is repeatedly asserted in the contemporary Buddhist heritage of Kolkata. It includes the Myanmar Buddhist temple which finds mention in Amitav Ghosh’s fiction, Glasshouse; the Hiuen Tsang Monastery (in the outskirts of Kolkata) where the chief nun speaks only Chinese and the Taiwanese Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple.
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Myanmar has a spiritual concept known as Almsgiving or Soon, which is an ancient charitable practice still prevalent today. According to this, every morning before sunrise, Buddhist monks walk slowly along the streets and the citizens of the country offer them rice in bowls as food donation.
The mention of the Glasshouse, naturally locates Yangon as the next stop on the trail. The Buddhist heritage is dominated by the most revered Golden Shwedagon Pagoda on the hill. It is rooted in an oral narrative of faith and trade. The historical Buddha did not come to Myanmar, but the tale goes that two merchant brothers hearing of a famine in the West travelled to India with a boatload of rice. They met Buddha who presented them with his eight head hair, now preserved as relics in the Naung Daw Gyi Stupa in the pagoda. The pagoda is the national monument and is a world within a world. Savvy escalators, shops and a spread of a variety of shrines transport the pilgrims and visitors to another universe. An array of artwork, precious stones, sounds, smells and movement of worshippers capture the imagination. There are intriguing ritual places like the planetary shrines, associated with directions and weekdays; along with alters for magic and donations.
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All Heart for Art
From captivating sculptures to intriguing messages in an artwork, art festivals have been grabbling eye balls across the globe. Here is a list of some of the best art festivals that should not be missed.
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Serendipity Arts Festival, Goa
Distance: The venues are around 26 to 30km from Goa International Airport. IndiGo to Goa Dates: December 15 – 22, 2019
Venue: Different venues along the Mandovi River in Panaji
Look out for: A line-up of curators from different fields like craft, music, theatre, culinary arts, visual arts and photography.
Dance... Drama... Photography…..Music... what else can one expect. This quirky combo can be availed at Serendipity Arts Festival. The annual, multi-disciplinary Festival is open to all, and this year will host over 100 dynamic projects with over 1,500 artists highlighting India’s rich traditions in various art forms.
What more? VIVA PANJIM Perfect food in perfect setting sounds perfect when you visit this little side-street eatery in an old Portuguese House. Some of the must-try dishes from the menu include xacuti (a spicy chicken or meat dish cooked in red coconut sauce) and cafreal (a marinated chicken dish).
MARIO GALLERY If you wish to take home works of Mario de Miranda as souvenirs, then Mario Gallery is a must-visit. This gallery showcases works of the famed cartoonist in the form of books, drawings, t-shirts, mugs and bags.
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Venue: NSIC, New Delhi
Dates: January 30 – February 2, 2020
Distance: The venue is 22km from Indira Gandhi International Airport. IndiGo to New Delhi
Look out for: Selected galleries from Asia, Europe, North and South America.
What more? STREETS OF OLD DELHI The chaotic streets of Old Delhi are a shopper’s delight as one can buy anything to everything here. Those wanting to buy some exquisite pieces of silver jewellery can head to Dariba Kalan, while those looking for fabric, especially zari and zardozi, can find options in Katra Neel.
THEATRE CULTURE Home to the National School of Drama, India Habitat Centre, Shri Ram Centre for Performing Arts and the LTG Auditorium, the capital city offers enthusiasts the perfect setting to satisfy their craving for Indian theatre.
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India Art Fair Delhi
Thinking of a hub for art-lovers? India Art Fair is the right choice. The fair brings together galleries, artists, private foundations, arts charities, artists’ collectives, national institutions, cultural events and festivals. Held annually, the event reflects on country's developing arts scene and offers curated insights into the cultural landscapes of the region.
Look out for: Cinema, Dance, Food, Heritage Walks, Visual Arts, Theatre, Stand up Comedy and more
Kala Ghoda Arts Festival
Venue: Kala Ghoda Area, South Mumbai
Mumbai
Art…. Colours….. Culture….If all the three fascinate you then do not miss out on the country's largest multicultural festival. The nine-day carnival celebrates artists, illustrators, dancers, musicians, travel experts, comedians, chefs and other creative minds across the country. Visitors can enjoy everything from workshops and exhibitions to heritage walks and live performances. Kala Ghoda Festival is like a melting pot of activities that captures the essence of India's cultural heritage.
Distance: Kala Ghoda Area is 21km from Mumbai Airport. IndiGo to Mumbai
Dates: February 1 – 9, 2020
What more? COLABA CAUSEWAY Wander freely along the road where a plethora of stalls sell gorgeous scarves, shawls, handicrafts, clothes and books along with antique maps and gramophones. This spot is also the best place to pick up souvenirs like fridge magnets, vintage clocks and keychains.
MARINE DRIVE The best aspect of Mumbai is the coastline and its beaches. Marine Drive, also known as the ‘Queen’s necklace’, is a 3-km long stretch of rocky coastline. Sailing enthusiasts can also rent sail boats and enjoy the solitude of the water.
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TEFAF Maastricht The Netherlands
Distance: Maastricht is 215km from Amsterdam Airport Schipol. IndiGo to Amsterdam.
Dates: March 7 – 15, 2020
Venue: Maastricht
Look out for: Antiques and Old Masters paintings, Contemporary works and 20th century design.
What more? SHOPPING AT WYCK DISTRICT Maastricht shopping hub lies across the bridge over Maas River. Cross the bridge and walk along the cobbled lanes and shop for everything from local to international brands. If you feel hungry, the Wyck District has many restaurants and cafes to stop by.
TUNNELS & BUNKERS OF CASEMATES If history fascinates you then exploring tunnels and bunkers of Casemates is a must. Created between 1575 and 1825, these tunnels and bunkers were built for surprise attack in the Casemates Military Fortress when the city was under siege.
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Love keeping best artworks at home? Do you like participating in art auctions? Visit The European Fine Art Foundation’s (TEFAF) art fair to buy and sell some of the world's finest art and antiques. Serious collectors and museum curators can find authentic artworks at this festival, held annually. Casual art lovers should not worry as this fair is open for them as well. Walk in the halls as if you are walking in a well-curated museum with works of the famous artists.
Art Basel Hong Kong
Are you the one who can stand for hours in front of a painting and analyse its intricacies? If you are an art enthusiast, then Art Basel Hong Kong is the place for you. The event features premier art galleries from Asia and beyond. If you are looking for in-depth overview of the region's diversity, you will get that during the three days of Basel. The shows features both historical material and cutting-edge works by established and emerging artists.
What more? TEMPLE STREET NIGHT MARKET As the sun sets, the Temple Street comes to life as stall holders begin their haggling. One can find everything from Chinese street food to ethnic trinkets and souvenirs.
Distance: The venue is 24km from Hong Kong Airport. IndiGo to Hong Kong.
Venue: Hong Kong Convention And Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong
Dates: March 19 – 21, 2020
Look out for: Modern and contemporary art galleries, paintings, sculptures, drawings, installations, photographs, films, videos and digital artworks.
SYMPHONY OF LIGHTS Evenings in Hong Kong can be very intriguing and one such example is a visit to Victoria Harbour. At 8pm in the evening, the dazzling light show here illuminates 40 buildings on either side. And yes, not to forget, this show is recognised by the Guinness World Records as the world's largest permanent light and sound show.
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MyCity MyWay
Amrits In
Sherni Ban Ke Words Aarti Kapur Singh
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Taapsee Pannu
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is a tour de force in tinseltown. That this jatti is actually a sherni is evident from not just her choice of roles, but also from the way she lives life. As she says in her own words, 'dil khole ke!' (with an open heart). Small wonder that Taapsee Pannu, a Sikh from Delhi 'leaves pieces of her heart behind in Amritsar' whenever she comes back from the city. One of her Instagram posts read, “Dear Ambarsar, Leaving the mann�out of my Manmarziyaan with you....take care of it... Love Rumi #ScheduleWrap #AlmostDone #Manmarziyaan #Special” Speaking about her connect with the City of the Pool of Nectar (Amrit: elixir; Sar {short for sarovar/lake}), Taapsee says, "You know I have a debt in Amritsar. For several reasons, my film Running Shaadi was delayed for release and I had a deep desire to visit the holy place of Golden Temple as a wish to have the film see a release. The moment I learnt of the release, I quickly arranged to go to Amritsar to fulfil my wish. And it is not just spirituality or the peace of Amritsar that strikes a chord with Taapsee. The well-read actor says, "Amritsar is significant in the social, political, historical and cultural fabric of India. The largest city in Punjab, it is known for its inhabitants' generosity and joie de vivre. It is also known for the seamless way in which historic landmarks rub shoulders with imposing colonial buildings and gleaming shopping malls." Taapsee, who has shot for several films in the city says, "There are several things to do in this city that was once a significant stop on the Grand Trunk Road Its narrow lanes bustle with life with devotees, travellers, shoppers and food-lovers. Amritsar is a destination that encapsulate eat, pray, love and a lot more." Here is Taapsee's definitive guide to experience the city in the month that celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak…
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Experience History…
Start with Spirituality
Amritsar
"The biggest draw of Amritsar is the spectacular Golden Temple! And the best way to experience the aura of the Golden Temple is to not just see it, but partake in the nectar of spirituality and devotion. You must eat at the langar - you can even volunteer in the process!"
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Shop Till You Drop! "Juttis! Juttis!!! And more juttis!! My recommendation is the Raunak Punjabi Jutti Store at Hall Gate. And also phulkaris! If you really have pigged out, some churan is not an indulgence, it is a necessity! Buy the ajwain-flavoured churan from right outside Harmandir Sahib. I have standing instructions from my mom to not come back from Amritsar without picking up the Amritsari papad, wadiyan and pickles! The best are available at Manjith Mandi." November 2019
Taapsee Pannu plays the role of a 60-yearold dadi in the movie Saand Ki Aankh, released in the last week of October 2019. Live the Foodie Life! "Resisting the local delicacies is a challenge. During my shoots, we visited all famous outlets and thanks to the wonderful people here we have had an opportunity
"It is better to connect with the history of a place by reliving the sites that matter. I love strolling on the Heritage Street, from the historic Town Hall to the Golden Temple - it is a rather nice attempt at recreating the grandeur of what Amritsar was. This one-kilometre stretch feels like a walk through an open museum. Jallianwala Bagh is a must for visitors. I always get goosebumps as soon as I pass through its gates. The 'theatre of war' that takes place every evening at the nearby Wagah Border between India and Pakistan is another experience that shouldn't be missed!"
to have good homemade food, too, when we got tired of eating out. This city truly doesn’t make you miss home. One must try the kundewali lassi - the brass container in which it is served is a foot tall - at the Ahuja Lassi stall, near Durgiana Temple. One bite of the aloo kulcha at Bhrawan Da Dhaba will send you straight to gastronomic heaven. Kanha Sweets on Lawrence Road is the best place to have breakfast of Channa Bhatura.”
InTune
The Exhilerating Tabla One of the most complicated yet rhythmic musical instruments to come from India, the tabla has six main gharanas, namely, Delhi, Lucknow, Ajrada, Farukhabad, Benaras and Punjab, the former being the gharana that the great maestro Ustaad Zakir Hussain belongs to.
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Duel Action Fasten your seat belts as we take you on a 360 degree ride through two IndiGo destinations. Standing tall in the two brand colours of IndiGo, there’s Bangkok in one corner and Mumbai in another.
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Down history lane The Kanheri Caves in the Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Borivili is a group of rock-cut monuments in the form of caves. Illustrating the Buddhist influence on the Indian art and culture, these caves are famous for their 109 special entrances.
Built in 1782 and home of Thai King, the Royal court and the administrative seat of the government for over 150 years, the Grand Palace has over 100 buildings that represent 200 years of royal history and Bangkok's old style architectural heritage.
The foodie tales Served with the spicy chilli dip, Thai fish cakes or tod mun pla krai are made from fresh fish paste, long beans, red curry paste and kaffir lime leaves. Known for their tangy taste, relish these with sticky rice, local chilli, diced cucumber and lemon wedges.
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No trip to Mumbai is complete without giving a try to the famous Bhel-puri. Shop No. 11 at the Chowpatty beach is known for its own variation of the famous snack. For non-vegetarian snacks, BadeMiyan behind Taj hotel in Colaba is the best choice.
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Enjoy the ride Right in the heart of Bangkok is Siam Paragon which houses Siam Ocean World, an aquatic wonderland and home to over 30,000 sea creatures. A perfect place to go with family. People who have a thing for adventure can take a dive and swim with the sharks.
Spread over 6,000sqft, Mumbai’s first Children’s Museum opened its gates this year. A museum by children and for children, it hosts special exhibitions and film screenings, apart from storytelling sessions, poetry clubs, panel discussions, and dance & theatre performances at the amphitheatre.
For the night-angels Famous for its nightlife, Mumbai is the city of dreams. A good place to come face to face with movie stars is Prithvi Café at Prithvi Theatre. It always has a good play or two on. Get yourself a cup of tea and catch a glimpse of your favourite Bollywood stars who might give a visit too.
For those who enjoy a ride late in the evening, go-kart is a perfect option. EasyKart Bangkok is the biggest indoor go-kart track in Asia. It is open till midnight and even offers some great food and drink options at its in-house restaurant.
A visual treat Bangkok Art and Cultural Centre is the best place to experience contemporary art, design, music, theatre and film in the city. With over 4,000 sqm of exhibition space, the centre also houses shops, an art library and a couple of cafes serving coffee and snacks.
Home to the Bollywood industry, the city's walls exhibit the love for movies, their posters and iconic characters. A few notable among them are the graffiti of Amitabh Bachchan (from Deewar movie) and Madhubala in Bandra.
Recommendation: Rot Fai Night Market, Bangkok, sells antique furniture, hippie fashion and discontinued toys. Bhaucha Dhakka is the biggest fish market in Mumbai, selling over 2000 metric tons of seafood per day. Grab your catch now!
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STOP OC There is no concrete method to determine the amount of plastic trash in the ocean, but there are estimates that some 244,000 metric tons might be there on the surface, and another 8.5 million metric tons may sink to the sea floor every year. If that trash stays at oceans, it could wind up in a trash hot spot.
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The Great Pacific Garbage Patch (GPGP) is the largest of the five offshore plastic accumulation zones in the world’s oceans. It is located halfway between Hawaii and California. As per estimation, about 1.15 to 2.41 million tonnes of plastic enters the Pacific Ocean each year from rivers, out of which more than half is less dense than the water and will not sink once it encounters the sea. Due to this the more buoyant and stronger plastics get transported to the ocean by the currents and accumulated in the patch. Once these plastics enter the gyre, they remain there until they degrade into smaller micro-plastics due to the sun, waves and marine life. These microplastics are often mistaken for food by marine animals, which in turn disrupts the entire ecosystem. As of now, the GPGP covers an estimated surface area of 1.6 million sqkm. The Ocean Cleanup, a non-government environmental organisation, is determined to eliminate this danger through its 'one ocean at a time' initiative.
THE SYSTEM Resulting from several research missions, travelling across and above the GPGP, The Ocean Cleanup team compiled an unprecedented amount of data to understand the plastic that persists in this region. The system that has been set up consists of a long floater and a skirt. The floater drifts on the surface of the water and skirt hangs beneath it. The floater
Some of the factors that have been primarily been taken into account while building up this system:
PROTECTING MARINE LIFE The main driving force behind this initiative is to protect the natural environment. Hence, making sure that sea life has been safeguarded is the key element behind this technology. provides buoyancy and the skirt prevents During a period of 116 days, a team debris from escaping underneath and of scientists and experts conducted leads it into the retention system. In order extensive monitoring and observation to prevent the skirt from over-topping and campaigns to find out if the system had stay afloat at the same time, there is a cork any possible environmental impact and line above it. A sea anchor slows down the to further minimise any potential harm to system in order to maintain a difference marine life. with the speed of the plastics, so that they can be retained and captured. Due to the size of the garbage patch, a passive design was decided since active ones would require too much usage of energy. This cleanup system works on the ocean's natural forces instead, like the wind, currents and waves. The electronics used, like the lights and AIS, are all powered by solar energy. While the system has been put to work for only the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, once it has been deployed into every other garbage accumulation zone, along with reduction of usage of plastics at the source, The Ocean Cleanup projects would be able to remove the ocean plastic by 90 per cent by 2040.
WITHSTANDING OCEAN STORMS
One major factor that had to be taken into consideration while building this system was its ability to withstand the forces of the ocean like storms, since the systems will be staying in the patch for a long period of time. Thus, the system has been designed to be flexible enough to follow the waves, and because the system is free-floating, it can drift when subjected to high current speeds.
REDUCTION AT SOURCE
In order to achieve removal of 90 per cent of ocean plastic by 2040, reduction of plastic usage at the source is necessary. Reduced usage of plastic and recycling on land, will lead to lesser plastic disposal into the rivers and seas. Which, in turn, will drastically reduce the size of these garbage patches. The Ocean Cleanup initiative is not only a way to protect and conserve the marine ecosystem, but the ecosystem of the whole planet.
Text courtesy: The Ocean Cleanup
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Corporate Social Responsibility - IndiGoReach
Employees Spreading Joy
Blood Donation Camps
Daan Utsav across locations
Touching Lives
Tree Plantation
For a better tomorrow This October, the nation came together to celebrate Daan Utsav or The Joy of Giving Week between October 2 to 8, 2019. Our employees, across all airport locations, participated enthusiastically to reach out to people from all walks of life.
They joyfully participated in blood donation camps, spent time with children in schools and orphanages and visited few animal shelters too! In an effort to contribute towards the environment, our employees planted tree saplings and
conducted cleanliness drives in public spaces. And last but not the least, when they purchased eco-friendly products, they were thrilled to know that the proceeds went towards the conservation of the environment.
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Timekeeper »» Comes with anti-rust & anti-corrosion feature »» Water resistant »» Has an adjustable lock »» Long battery life »» Comes with a beautiful box
Herman Hansen His N Her Watch M.R.P.
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`1299
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Fly light »» Elegant texture design »» 360° rotatable wheels »» Feather light weight »» Three dial lock »» Separate garment compartment
Swiss Military Overnighter
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`4190
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All charged
Back to basics
»» Can charge up to 4 devices in a car on the go
»» Made of high-quality polyester
»» One QC 3.0 port to provide ultra fast charging »» Metallic finish on top
»» Telescopic aluminium handle
»» Made of aluminum alloy
»» Two front pockets for quick access
Hottech 4 Port Car Charger
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M.R.P.
Land Price
`1990
`1199
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36 MON
Novex Backpackcum-Trolley M.R.P.
Land Price
`4399
`2490
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Sound investment »» Compatible with all Android and iOS devices »» Built-in bluetooth »» Colour-changing L.E.D. lights »» Comes with redial, end call, and mute functions
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Hottech Bluetooth Headphone
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`3990
`1990
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No strings attached »» HD stereo sound quality »» Comes with a flexible neckband »» Extremely lightweight, and can be used during workout »» Sweat Proof IPX5 Design »» Noise reduction feature allows you to enjoy your music and improves call quality as well »» Provides a continuous music playback of 4-5 hours
Intelligent charging »» 4 USB port charger »» Touch sensor LED light
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Pebble Bluetooth Earphone M.R.P.
Land Price
`1999
`1290
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»» Three mode LED lights
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»» Works as bed side night lamp Hottech Adaptor With 4 USB & Micro USB Cable
M.R.P.
`2000
Land Price
`990
For seat sleepers
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03 MON
»» Comes with drawstring bag »» Comfortable and stylish »» Supports your neck and shoulder while travelling
Memory Foam Neck Pillow Blue M.R.P.
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`2500
`1290
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Power play »» 6 USB charging ports »» 3 anti-static power sockets »» Power switch to control power supply
For the new man
»» PC & ABS top surface with fire proofing & flam retardant feature
»» Exotic, musky and masculine »» No gas perfume »» Promises lasting fragrance
Blanc Perfume & Deo combo
M.R.P.
Land Price
`2148
`1600
Hottech 6 USB Port With 3 Power Socket M.R.P.
`2990
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Buy on board Contact our cabin crew to purchase these products
Neck pillow USD 7 Eye mask and dental kit USD 3 Blanket USD 7 The actual product colours may vary from the ones displayed. Available only on select international flights.
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We raised the bar While some raise a glass to life, here's a happy selection of duty-free alcohol to raise a bottle to. Or two, we don't judge. Get your hands on these classics to raise the spirits of any and every occasion.
Buy on board These products are available on your flight, and not on ground. Please contact our cabin crew if you wish to purchase them.
One of the best known vodkas, Absolut Blue is famed for its full bodied and complex, yet smooth and distinct flavour. It not only lights up taste buds but also any occasion, making it a party favourite! Should you give this a shot? Absolut-ly! Sky Price
USD 18
The name is Walker... Johnnie Walker. The signature square bottles. Coloured labels distinguishing the blends. Complex flavours. No wonder it’s been called “the Savoy, the Everest of deluxe whiskies”. Sky Price
USD 33
Pour yourself a glass of tradition with the iconic Johnnie Walker Double Black. With its naturally smoked flavour and expert blend, this is one whisky that will keep you coming back year after year. Sky Price
USD 40
Consumption of duty-free liquor in the aircraft is strictly prohibited. Duty-free liquor will be handed just before landing. Duty-free liquor allowances- Bangkok: One litre of liquor; Dubai: Four litres of spirit; Muscat: Two litres/two bottles of liquor per family, if imported by a Non-Muslim; Singapore: Free import of wines, spirits and beer not exceeding one litre each by passengers of 18 years of age and above. Disclaimer: Only on selected international flights.
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