Saturday, January 19, 2019

Erasing a slice of medical history

Victoria Zenana Hospital building complex, including a fountain, will soon be demolished

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Need to defeat dangerous BJP government at any cost: Arvind Kejriwal

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on January 19 called upon people to defeat the “dangerous” BJP government at the Centre at any cost.Stating that
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These are a few of my favourite eats... in my hometown Kolkata

What I miss in other cities is not so much variety as variation

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Erasing a slice of medical history

Victoria Zenana Hospital building complex, including a fountain, will soon be demolished

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The threads of history

Pookari presents a collection of Khadi and silk weaves by TaanBaan

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Notes from Tashkent

Soviet architecture in Tashkent greatly references the cosmos and science fiction

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A date with the calendar

No smart device will ever replace the paper calendar, especially if it’s as unique as the ones listed here

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Mystic Flame, Air Command, Knotty Ash, Courage, Velocidad and Gutsy Wind shine

: Mystic Flame, Air Command, Knotty Ash, Courage, Velocidad and Gutsy Wind shone when the horses were exercised here on Saturday morning (Jan 19).Inne

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Not so fast, Roger. Federer blocked by Australian Open security

There was no argument from the 37-year-old and he stopped and waited patiently for his entourage to catch up with him.

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‘Delhi mein sarkar badal do’: Mamata Banerjee’s war cry at Opposition rally

Mamata told the mammoth gathering that the “expiry date of the Modi government is over”.
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SP-BSP alliance led to wave of happiness; BJP worried, says Akhilesh Yadav

Akhilesh Yadav said while opposition parties have entered into alliance with the common people, the BJP has forged ties with the CBI and the ED.
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Mahagathbandhan will ensure BJP’s defeat: Jignesh Mevani

Dalit leader and independent MLA from Gujarat Jignesh Mevani on January 19 said the coming together of so many opposition leaders at Trinamool Congre
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Opposition parties should forget differences and fight BJP unitedly, says Deve Gowda

The herculean task of seat sharing for the coming Lok Sabha elections has to be addressed to ensure direct fight against the BJP.
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BJP duped people, failed to keep promises: Chandrababu Naidu

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on January 19 said the BJP has betrayed the people of the country by reneging on all the promises
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BSP-SP alliance started process of uprooting BJP government: Satish Chandra Misra

Senior Bahujan Samaj Party leader Satish Chandra Misra on January 19 said the BSP-SP alliance in Uttar Pradesh has started the process of uprooting t
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Congress at Opposition rally | Till Opposition unites, Narendra Modi and Amit Shah will continue to trample on democracy, says Mallikarjun Kharge

Mallikarjun Kharge read out a message from Sonia Gandhi, highlighting the “crisis” looming over the country.
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How cities emerge from the relationship between land and water

All habitats are made up of the sounds of water, as they flow in and out of people, kitchens, bathrooms and sewers
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Narendra Modi government playing mischief with statistics: Yashwant Sinha

Former Union Minister Yashwant Sinha on January 19 came down heavily on the Narendra Modi government saying that this was the first government after
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Those stopped from looting public money are forming ‘mahagathbandhan’, says Modi

He also took potshots at the TMC’s opposition rally in Kolkata while addressing a public function at Silvassa.
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Gas tanker overturns, traffic diverted

The movement of vehicles on the bypass road was affected after a tanker of Indane gas overturned at Maroli in the city on Saturday afternoon.The polic
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Arun Shourie asks Opposition to work together to oust BJP

Former Union Minister Arun Shourie on January 19 asked the Opposition to work together to throw out the BJP government at the Centre in the Lok Sabha
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Erasing a slice of medical history

Victoria Zenana Hospital building complex, including a fountain, will soon be demolished
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The threads of history

Pookari presents a collection of Khadi and silk weaves by TaanBaan
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Lok Sabha polls will be second fight for Independence, says Stalin

Criticising the central government, Mr. Stalin also accused it of working for corporate houses.
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5 nuns, including one who accused Bishop Franco of rape, write to Kerala CM seeking protection

Four of the five nuns who came out in support of the alleged rape victim have been ordered to move out of St. Francis Mission Home in Kuravilangad.
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Narendra Modi inaugurates L&T’s howitzer gun-manufacturing unit

L&T had won the Rs 4,500-crore contract to supply 100 units of the K9 Vajra-T 155 mm/52 calibre Tracked Self-Propelled gun systems to the Indian Army in 2017.
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JNU sedition case: court questions Delhi Police for filing charge sheet without procuring requisite sanctions

Case pertains to alleged raising of “anti-India” slogans at an event on JNU campus in 2016 against the hanging of Parliament attack mastermind Afzal Guru.
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Afghan Taliban reject talks with U.S. in Pakistan

“We wanted to make it clear that we will not hold any meeting with Zalmay Khalilzad in Islamabad,” Taliban spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid in a statement.
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IRCTC scam: Delhi court extends Lalu Prasad’s interim bail till Jan. 28

The interim bail to Rabri Devi and Tejashwi Yadav too extended
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Crowds gather at Brigade Parade for Kolkata Opposition rally

On Saturday, January 19 2019, at least two dozen top national leaders are expected to participate in the Trinamool Congress-hosted rally at Kolkata's
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Australian Open: Serena, Djokovic relentlessly march on

Simona Halep set up a mouth-watering Australian Open last 16 clash with Serena Williams.

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BCCI acting president refuses to convene meeting for Ombudsman on Pandya-Rahul issue

The acting president has written a letter to COA, requesting them to let Pandya and Rahul play till quantum of punishment is decided.

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Call for SGM: C.K. Khanna, Amitabh Choudhary want to wait for SC order

The acting president has written a letter to COA, requesting them to let Pandya and Rahul play till quantum of punishment is decided.

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Of lavash and labbe

Exploring the modest side of Khan Market leads to some meaty experiences

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How to track radiation pollution

Think twice before plugging in that new smart home appliance or microwaving your food in a plastic bowl — the radiation pollution may be more than what you bargained for

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Two Buddhist monks shot dead in Thailand’s restive south

Thailand is a predominantly Buddhist country but Muslim Malays are a majority in three southern provinces bordering Malaysia.
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Nuns, including one who accused Bishop Franco of rape, write to Kerala CM for protection

Four of the five nuns who came out in support of the alleged rape victim have been transferred out of the Kuravilangad convent.
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Narendra Modi inaugurates L&T’s howitzer gun-manufacturing unit

L&T had won the Rs 4,500-crore contract to supply 100 units of the K9 Vajra-T 155 mm/52 calibre Tracked Self-Propelled gun systems to the Indian Army in 2017.
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JNU sedition case: Court questions Delhi Police for filing charge sheet without procuring requisite sanctions

The case pertains to the “anti-India” slogans raised at the event in in JNU campus in 2016 against the hanging of Parliament attack mastermind Afzal Guru.
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Afghan Taliban reject talks with U.S. in Pakistan

“We wanted to make it clear that we will not hold any meeting with Zalmay Khalilzad in Islamabad,” Taliban spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid in a statement.
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IRCTC scam: Delhi court extends Lalu Prasad’s interim bail till Jan. 28

The interim bail to Rabri Devi and Tejashwi Yadav too extended
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Crowds gather at Brigade Parade for Kolkata Opposition rally

On Saturday, January 19 2019, at least two dozen top national leaders are expected to participate in the Trinamool Congress-hosted rally at Kolkata's
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Congress started the ‘aaya ram, gaya ram’ culture: Yeddyurappa

The absence of Congress MLAs from the CLP meeting an indication indication that a volcano may erupt in the coming days, says the former CM.
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Nawaz Sharif not completely well, says special medical board

Nawaz Sharif underwent Coronary Angioplasty twice in 2001 and 2017 and also had open heart surgery twice in 2011 and 2016, the special medical board said in its report.
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Indonesia to release suspected Bali bomb mastermind from prison

“The first reason is humanitarian. He is elderly and his health is also a consideration,” Mr. Widodo told reporters, according to a statement from the social affairs ministry.
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What is Pinarayi govt. doing to help the nuns, asks Smriti

‘People who speak about women empowerment are silent’
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Kolkata Opposition rally | Live: 'Next general election the next war of independence', says MK Stalin

Anti-BJP party leaders attend rally hosted by Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress
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Mueller disputes accuracy of BuzzFeed report on Trump, Cohen

Immediately after the special counsel’s statement was issued, Mr. Trump retweeted several posts that called the story fake news. He later tweeted- “A very sad day for journalism, but a great day for our Country!”
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State policemen in the dock for ‘burking’

It is a police term for diluting the severity of offence to avoid scrutiny from higher-ups
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Have a Bescom issue? AI-powered chatbots will soon answer you

It will be first line of interaction with consumers, says power utility
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Officer who shot black teen sentenced to nearly 7 years

Jason Van Dyke was convicted last year of second-degree murder and 16 counts of aggravated battery one for each bullet fired at Laquan McDonald.
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India, Pakistan should engage in ‘meaningful dialogue’ to resolve their issues: UN chief

I hope that the importance of both India and Pakistan is such in international affairs, I hope that the two countries will be able to engage in a meaningful dialogue, he said.
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Security in place at Palani temple for Thai Poosam

District Superintendent of Police V. Baskaran has instructed 387 personnel including an ADSP, six DSP, 10 Inspectors, 20 Sub-Inspectors and 350 police
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20 dead, 60 burned in fire at tap on Mexico fuel pipeline

The leak was caused by fuel thieves illegally tapping the pipeline in a small town in the state of Hidalgo, about 100 km north of Mexico City, according to state oil company Petroleos Mexicanos, or Pemex.
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Strengthen local economy for nation’s development: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Art of Living founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on Friday said that strengthening of local industries and purchase of local goods were crucial for developm
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Large combined bus stand coming up in the city

Periyar Bus Stand, Shopping Complex Bus Stand and shops in the vicinity to be demolished; Deputy CM to lay stone for the ₹ 137 crore project
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Morning Digest: Defence Ministry says all issues on Rafale deal already answered, anti-BJP parties gather in Kolkata for rally, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day
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Ooty Lake to be desilted

The Ooty Lake, which is clogged with garbage and mud, is to be desilted to facilitate better flow of water into it. A few months ago, the sewage treat
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Skill development programme for women prisoners launched

Chandran’s Yuva Foundation, an NGO, on Friday launched a skill development programme for women prisoners at the Coimbatore Central Prison. Titled ‘Ris
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Work begins for setting up horse shelter in Khandal

Stray animals found roaming the streets of Udhagamandalam town will soon have a place to be housed and kept safe, with the municipality allocating lan
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An expedition to document endangered birds, habitats

“Seek 2019”, an expedition by a four-member team covering 22,000 km over 90 days to document the 100 most threatened endangered bird species, their ha
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Two rare visitors sighted at bird race

Twenty-five teams participated in the event
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Women urged to develop leadership skills

Future India programmes are organised for college students
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Trump, N.Korea’s Kim to hold second summit in late February

Ms. Sanders said that Trump's talks with the North Korean envoy were productive but added that the United States “is going to continue to keep pressure and sanctions on North Korea.”
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Kokborok day observed in Tripura, Trinamool rally in Kolkata, and other news in pictures

1.00 pmKokborok day observed in TripuraA colourful rally, symposium and cultural shows marked the 41st anniversary of Kokborok, the language of many t
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‘Zero hour’ drive by police nets 1,800 motorists

City police initiative in Kozhikode that makes rule violators attend a two-hour mandatory traffic awareness session
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Hyderabad’s Chowmahalla Palace, fit for the Nizams once again

Painstaking conservation has restored the grandeur of Hyderabad’s Chowmahalla Palace

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Greatness of Sudarsana

When a crocodile grabbed elephant Gajendra’s foot with its jaws, the elephant called out to Vishnu. The Lord arrived on Garuda and used His discus to

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Australian Open: Osaka overcomes frustrations, reaches 4th round

The fourth seed beats Hsieh Su-wei 5-7 6-4 6-1

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Diamond Rays well prepped for an encore

Diamond Rays, who is in fine nick, may score an encore in the R.W.I.T.C Trophy (1,200m), the feature event of the races to be held here on Saturday (

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Shubman Gill — India’s latest batting prodigy

The Player of the Tournament at last year’s Under-19 World Cup, Gill has continued to turn heads — first in the IPL, then in the Ranji Trophy. Picked for the ODIs and T20Is in New Zealand, the 19-year-old is ready to step up

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Celebrating Andy Murray, the misfit in the Big Four universe

Andy Murray may not have been the best male player of his era, but he has a strong case for being considered the most significant

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Gaikwad’s century gives BPXI victory

Bhui thwarts England Lions’ plans to fetch a last-over win

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Sportstar Aces awards — The jury

Sportstar Aces Awards will celebrate the stars, the future stars and the tireless silent partners who have dedicated their lives to sports, to realise

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Ankita Raina in semifinals

It was a day of mixed fortunes for Ankita Raina who made the singles semifinals, but had to give a walkover in doubles, in the $25,000 ITF women’s ten

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Radhika happy to guide youngsters

Says coaches are important for kids when they are starting

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Aravind finishes 37th in Dakar Rally

India’s K.P. Aravind finished a creditable 37th as the 2019 Dakar Rally concluded in Peru on Friday. The 33-year-old from Karnataka thus became the se

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Ranji Trophy: Karnataka in last four

Karnataka scripted a six-wicket win over Rajasthan inside four days and advanced to the semifinals of the Ranji Trophy at Bengaluru on Friday. The sco

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Ranji Trophy: Kerala’s amazing run to the Ranji semifinals

A potent pace duo, an all-rounder from Indore and an imaginative coach help make history

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Mahak claims u-21 tennis title in style

Dev Javia fights back to win the boys’ under-17 final

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Punjab, TN in three finals

Punjab and Tamil Nadu made three of the four finals each in basketball in the Khelo India Youth Games at the Balewadi Sports Complex on Friday.Punjab

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Kattimani a step away from triumph

World Youth bronze medalist Bhavesh Kattimani (Maharashtra) and Asian Championship bronze medal winner medallist Ankit Narwal (Haryana) secured final

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Colado nets East Bengal’s winner

Jamie Santos Colado’s early second half goal helped East Bengal to get back to winning ways with a 1-0 verdict against Indian Arrows in an I-League ma

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Spanish duo’s double strikes sinks Aizawl FC

The host had to dig deep to unsettle the visitor

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Raees strikes it rich in feature

Imtiaz Sait-trained Raees, ridden by Robbie Downey, claimed the Byculla Club Trophy, the main event of Friday’s (Jan. 18) evening races. The winner i

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We still want No.4 slot to be solidified, says Virat Kohli

Rayudu was backed for the position by Kohli during the home series against West Indies last year.

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No one is more committed to Indian cricket than Dhoni, says Virat Kohli

The skipper also reckons that the just-concluded Australia series has proved that number five is the most logical spot for Dhoni.

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Sir Cecil, Big Sur, Snowdon, Speaking Of Stars and Indian Democrat excel

Sir Cecil, Big Sur, Snowdon, Speaking Of Stars and Indian Democrat excelled when the horses were exercised here on Friday morning (Jan. 18)Inner sand

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New Creation shows out

New Creation showed out when the horses were exercised here on Friday (Jan. 18) morning.Inner sand: 600m: Rain Dance (Malam), Dazzle N Daze (Shubham)

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I’m ready to bat at any position, says Dhoni

Dhoni was adjudged the Man of the Series after he guided India to a comfortable seven-wicket win in the third ODI.

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Have seen Sachin Tendulkar get angry but not Dhoni, says Ravi Shastri

Ravi Shastri made it clear that a player of Dhoni’s calibre can’t be replaced.

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Malaysia Masters: Saina tames Okuhara to enter semis, Srikanth loses

Saina has defeated Marin five times and has lost to the Spaniard as many times in the last 10 meetings.

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For the Sangam girls

Artist Swapna Mehta plays lost-and-found for her upcoming Chennai exhibition

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Before the plunge

Your guide to avoiding breakouts while experimenting with skincare products this year

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The street style squad

Budweiser’s Neo Nostalgia collection puts art on streetwear

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Global warming and flood management

Civic authorities in India are yet to draw up workable plans. By K. Sukumaran

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The altered approach to learning

The emerging educational institutions speak a new language in their design and spaces tuned to learn with an element of wonder and fun. A look by Nandhini Sundar

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The new reality in city living

As lakes get revived, we witness a conflict between environment and livelihood, says S. Vishwanath

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Building a rammed wall with coloured earth

Faster construction, advantage of low maintenance and aesthetics are the positives. By Sathya Prakash Varanashi

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