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A film for reasons of conscience
A documentary film may never enjoy the popularity of a feature film. But it cannot be ignored, for it tells another kind of truth, often unconventional, a truth told with passion and conviction, writes MEENAKSHI SHIVRAM.
Heritage
City of forsaken lakes
This is the tenth of a 16-part series on Bangalore, which will culminate in several competitions, including a Quiz, Paint Your City, Photography Your City, Treasure Hunt and so on for The Hindu NIE participants.
Lifestyle
Star-gazing into sparklers
One learnt at the just-concluded Jewels of India exhibition that there is more to glitter than just gold.

Monochrome magic
Prabuddha Das Gupta chose to shoot jewellery in black and white, minus the distraction of colour, forcing the viewer to look at other aspects of design and correlation.
Music
The Swiss didn't miss
The Festival of Switzerland, organised by Bangalore School of Music, was a treat for all senses.
Pulling strings
The harp has come a long way from being a crude instrument with strings tied to a hunting bow. The concert harp played today has 47 strings and seven pedals. It is the only orchestral string instrument that is plucked and not bowed.
Here comes 'Mallu rock'!
Three youngsters in Kerala have formed a music troupe, Jigsawpuzzle, that promises to offer something really fresh. Its first album, Cream, is an interesting fusion of rock and Malayalam lyrics.
Sport
Holding up the sports torch
Jyoti Nivas College has lived up its motto - "Let Your Light Shine" - in the arena of sports as well.
Green Notes
Grow a flavour
THE AJWAIN (oregano) plant may not add any ornamental value to your garden, but it certainly is useful and is easy to grow. Ajwain is popular in India, some parts of the Middle East and the Mediterranean. It is a perennial plant, which grows ...
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