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His body of work is an alternate chronicle of the history of classical dance and music in Independent India

One-pot meals are convenient, healthy and tasty, and full of flavours

Government Mohindra College, Patiala, a historic institution, celebrated its 150th anniversary. Founded in 1860, it evolved from a language school to a college affiliated with Calcutta University. Notable alumni include prominent figures in various fields. The college faced challenges during the freedom movement but persevered, becoming one of the largest in the state.

Gandhiji’s visits were significant meetings that were to shape India

The Chilean poet’s books in English translation were not easily accessible and were rare luxuries passed from hand to hand

Transparent wrappers used to dress up the bouquets are made of synthetic materials which are not biodegradable and will take decades to decompose

Entries are invited to suggest a caption for the photograph. The caption should only be in English, witty and not exceeding 10 words, and reach Spectrum, The Tribune, Chandigarh, 160030, by Thursday. The best five captions will be published and awarded Rs 300, Rs 250, Rs 200, Rs 150 and Rs 100, respectively. Each caption must be accompanied by a clipping of the caption contest and its number. Photocopies or scans of the caption photo won’t be accepted. Online subscribers may attach an epaper clipping at captionpics@tribunemail.com or a scanned copy of the e-paper clipping. Please mention the pin code and phone number, along with your address.

Punjabi writer Sukirat reminisces about his visit to Sialkot in Pakistan to trace his ancestral roots — and how emotions flow through the tangled histories of the subcontinent

Best ways to pay when travelling abroad

Global attractions which are nestled along borders and offer an enriching travel experience

With picture-perfect beaches and an unhurried pace of life, this Indian Ocean archipelago offers a slice of paradise

The three-month residency is culminating in a showcase of artistic output

Some smart swaps can make your first meal of the day nutritious and balanced. Just don’t ruin it with having tea along with your breakfast

Laurence Binyon, best known for his Remembrance Day verses, chose to portray the emperor as a philosopher-king

An encounter with a person who has shown you the joys of simplicity and the power of love is all it takes to win over people

Called an unfragmentable artist of exceptional integrity, he insisted on being true to himself and his vision despite record sale figures. A tribute in his birth centenary year...

The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR), with its advanced radar technology, is capable of measuring movements as small as a few centimetres.

For over 50 years, Punjabi scholar Nahar Singh went from village to village in Malwa region, jotting down verses and interpreting the meanings. His 12th and final book on folk songs is now ready for publication

Krishna says that any sacrifice, charity, and penance meant for one’s own uplift or that of others should never be given up

For over six decades, the actress, who recently turned 80, has lorded over the British and Hollywood entertainment scene

Behind every medal lies a story — some are of war, others of survival. This one is of both

Traditional recipes like litti-chokha, daal bati, even thick rotis cooked on fire and simple daal are in trend

From concerts to clinics, legends to landmarks, the future is here, glowing in 3D and rewriting how we connect

Considered the eyes and ears of the security forces in J&K, efforts are on to build bridges afresh with Gujjars and Bakerwals to undo a sense of alienation that may have set in

Entries are invited to suggest a caption for the photograph. The caption should only be in English, witty and not exceeding 10 words, and reach Spectrum, The Tribune, Chandigarh, 160030, by Thursday. The best five captions will be published and awarded Rs 300, Rs 250, Rs 200, Rs 150 and Rs 100, respectively. Each caption must be accompanied by a clipping of the caption contest and its number. Photocopies or scans of the caption photo won’t be accepted. Online subscribers may attach an epaper clipping at captionpics@tribunemail.com or a scanned copy of the e-paper clipping. Please mention the pin code and phone number, along with your address.