Barkha Kumari

While bird migration in Bengaluru begins in September, experts like ornithologist M B Krishna say the numbers of many species peak midway through the season, making January and February a good time for birding..Nature lovers like 23-year-old Amoghavarsha ... See more

At a recently held tabletop games expo in Bengaluru, Kiran purchased 15 board games worth Rs 30,000. Four were Indian-themed or developed by Indian studios. The Yelahanka resident chose them deliberately “to support local designers” and because “games are... See more

The past year’s indulgences are officially forgiven and declared over. January is redemption time. Gym classes are booked at a discount, because ’tis the season. Salad bowl subscriptions may burn more money than fat, but one must try. The white pantry is ... See more

At the turn of the 21st century, Indian pop (Indi-pop, largely Hindi) was losing ground to rampant piracy and Bollywood music. To re-energise it, record labels borrowed from Western playbooks, and launched pop groups through talent hunts and reality shows... See more

Rangoli Metro Art Centre on M G Road recently hosted a rap concert exclusively for 70 deaf and hard-of-hearing attendees. Eight volunteers interpreted the lyrics and rhythms of three rap artistes in Indian Sign Language (ISL). Two additional speakers and ... See more