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The new Rs 2,000: noteworthy or not?

Armed with a new Rs. 2,000 note, this reporter tries his luck at getting change at a few outlets in Chennai




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Sculpting the joy of childhood

Artist Sivaraman and CRY joined hands to spread the message of child rights through a sand sculpture on Marina Beach




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Mobile wallets to the rescue




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Into the world of toys

At the ‘Toy from Trash’ workshop, children infused life into toys with their thoughts, touch and stories




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Tales from a grandmother’s kitchen

Anoothi Vishal speaks about her debut book Mrs. LC’s Table..., which showcases the Kayasth food tradition




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The inside track

App-based taxi services have hit the road running in Technopark, save for a few halts along the way




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The story of her life

London-based actor Sarah Rundle regales us with tales from her world of storytelling




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Crack the crunch with Walnut

A new feature on the personal finance manager app helps identify ATMs with cash




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Behind the seams

Celeb stylist Kalyani Desai turns designer with the label Not Just Black




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Over to the dark side

Big-city loneliness, modern angst and black humour garner big votes on television and Netflix, writes ANANDI MISHRA




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The colours of courage

Innumerable battles, countless sagas of bravery... Capt. D.P. Ramachandran of Colours of Glory Foundation tells DEEPA ALEXANDER why the heroism of our men and women in arms needs to be celebrated




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High above the glass ceiling

Women entrepreneurs from Thiruvananthapuram talk about what drives them on the occasion of Women’s Entrepreneurship Day.




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The cool factor




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High above the glass ceiling




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High above the glass ceiling

On the occasion of Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, TEAM MELANGE speaks to founders of startups from across the country on what drives them




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How wedding caterers find innovative ways to stay afloat during the COVID-19 crisis

From serving traditional meals in car parks to packaging coffee decoction, the city’s wedding caterers are finding innovative ways to power through the COVID-19 crisis




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Songs of freedom: On the making of ‘Mile Sur Mera Tumhara’ 

The writer takes a trip down memory lane and revisits working on the much-loved ad film, ‘Mile Sur’ It is the 75th year of India’s Independence. And time for a little nostalgia




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The ground beneath his feet

Youth influencer Ablu Rajesh Kumar uses his prosthetic legs to re-interpret every act in life and on Independence Day, he set a world record




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Onam: Handmade pappadams have many takers in spite of machine-made options flooding the market in Thiruvananthapuram

Pappadams are a must for the grand Onam feast and units selling handmade pappadams in Thiruvananthapuram have a steady clientele



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The 4th Art Biennale of Intellectually Challenged young adults in Delhi is about social inclusivity

The eCAPA exhibition in Delhi is helping neurodiverse artists join the mainstream, as art lovers and celebrities join hands to showcase and buy the incredible works




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Malayali weddings embrace traditions from across India by including functions such as ‘mehendi’, ‘haldi’ and Bollywood frills as part of the celebrations

Haldi, mehendi and sangeet have been enthusiastically borrowed by young couples to add colour, music and fun to the relatively simple Malayali wedding



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World renowned light artist Gerry Hoffstetter is in Delhi to carve stories with light at a special event in the Swiss Embassy

Acclaimed Swiss light artist, Gerry Hofstetter’s first ever light art show in India is at the Embassy of Switzerland in Delhi this evening and another one for school children on October 29




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The birdwatchers of Visakhapatnam get busy as the winter visitors arrive

With the onset of birdwatching season, the birders of Visakhapatnam are geared up to visit the biodiversity hotspots in the vicinity




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Shipra Rohatgi and Sanjana Chatlani on the business of calligraphy

Shipra Rohatgi and Sanjana Chatlani have set up successful ventures that tap the potential of calligraphy



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A study done in Coimbatore pushes the need for master health check-up

A recent study done in Coimbatore turns the spotlight on master health check up to catch life threatening health issues early on



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World Environment Day: Biodegradable tableware manufactured from agricultural waste is making inroads into the market

On this World Environment Day, a look at the boom in biodegradable cutlery and crockery made from agricultural residue



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“I think there are many ways to reach youngsters”, says Sri Vidyadheesha Teertha Swami, of the Palimar Matha

The swamiji conducts online classes on Vedanta and delivers lectures




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Madras Day | A Chennai fisherwoman shows how to make the perfect fish curry

U Valli, a senior fisherwoman from Kasimedu, makes meen kozhambu and the elaborate thithippu that is specific to fisher families




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Meet Tamil Nadu’s bodybuilders who dedicate their lives to maintain a ripped physique

Tamil Nadu bodybuilders move to Chennai to pursue their dreams of a ripped physique, medals, fame, and a Government job



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Telugu couple Alankrutha Chandra and Meher Gundavarum trade their techie jobs to embrace sustainable farming and clothing 

Here’s how the lockdown proved to be transformative for Alankrutha Chandra and Meher Gundavarum, inspiring them to return to Telangana and take up chemical-free farming and establish a clothing label, Elephant in You



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The Spy Who Became A Farmer

'Everything about farming is enjoyable and relaxing.'




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'Ladakh Made The World Wary Of China'

'While my generation carries with it the memory of the Chinese perfidy of 1962, this generation will carry the memory of Chinese perfidy in Galwan.'




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'There Are Some Conversations With Hollywood'

'Hopefully, in 10 years, I will cross over.'




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Samantha Dreams Of Being A Mother

'I don't think it's too late.'




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The Real Star Of Lapatta Ladies

'There's a very strong feeling of sisterhood that I feel is missing in Indian households.'




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Vidya Balan On The Bhool Bhulaiyaa Effect

'I want to just haso, hasao and khush raho.'




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My Kid Brother Washington Sundar

'The world is yet to watch him, show his prowess as a batter, but given the chance he will do a great job.'




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Why The Pardesi Girl Quit The Movies

'Mom trusted the wrong people, and let the wrong kind of elements get into our life.'




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ISL: Goa claim yet another win in top-of-the-table tie

FC Goa registered a 2-1 victory over Punjab FC on Wednesday in the Indian Super League marking their second consecutive win to climb to top-three in standings.




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PKL: Patna Pirates edge past Jaipur Pink Panthers

The young duo of Ayan Lohchab (14) and Devank Dalal (11) scored 25 points between them as the Patna Pirates secured an impressive 43-41 win over the Jaipur Pink Panthers in the Pro Kabaddi League in Hyderabad on Friday.




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Diving Champ Manjari Bhargava Passes Into The Ages

At just 12 and a half years old, Manjari won gold in diving at the 1968 national championship in Kanpur, competing against older athletes.




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'Messi has been the boost that MLS has needed'

Lionel Messi has more than proven his worth for the league and his team at a vitally important time for the sport in North America, where the FIFA World Cup will be staged in 2026.




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Yukio Okamoto, the hand that cradled the Japan-US alliance







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Always open to exit OVO at the right valuation: Lippo Group’s John Riady

If on a risk-adjusted basis, I think it's a good time to get out, then I will get out, he says.

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