Priya: The Brown-Skinned Supergirl to the Rescue
Ram Devineni-created comic and puppet character Priya is India’s first girl superhero, a feminist icon inspiring a global environmental movement and systematic changes in ecological policies in India. By Anshika Ravi
In Kullu, on the footsteps of the journey to ‘End of the Habitable World’
Personal Essay: In the exploration of a wondrous art museum and travelogue of the Western Himalayan region, Sudheshna Rana comes across time capsules that enrich the understanding of the region’s history, architecture, and mythology.
Speaking Tongues: Six poems by Aranya
Poems by Aranya: ‘Delhi smoulders along the length / of my finger, a cigarette that refuses / to go out.’
The Revisit Project, Guilty Minds, and Nev March - What’s The Chakkar?
What’s The Chakkar? Episode 19: We’re listening to The Revisit Project; watching Guilty Minds; and reading books by Nev March and Marlon James. Featuring Anurag Tagat, Harshita Murarka, and Shaista Vaishnav. Hosted by Karan Madhok.
Gameplay with an Artistic Heart
Thukral and Tagra’s new and upcoming project titled “and Archive” is a unique collection of interactive artistic books and games that drive key messages of social and environmental consciousness. By Bindu Gopal Rao
‘Sickness is just an emotion’ – Two poems by Jyothsnaphanija
Poetry by Jyothsnaphanija: ‘Vermicelli sweetness / Tercet of longing / A film screen / Colour with no plurality’
Connecting the Dots: The art of Manisha Gera Baswani
Manisha Gera Baswani’s recent exhibition speaks of healing and the intricate process of creation, where the art deeply links the connections between pain, grief, and beauty. By Satarupa Bhattacharya
Pushing Forward with the Blues: An interview with Warren Mendonsa of Blackstratblues
‘I’ve always been a blues-loving rock guitarist at heart, but I love so many different forms of music… all of it filters in!’ Indian guitar legend Warren Mendonsa discusses his latest Blackstratblues album, the inspirations that shaped his musical journey, and the path ahead. By Karan Madhok
Cross section of a strawberry rimmed mind: Original Art and poetry by Nirali Lal
Art and poetry by Nirali Lal: ‘A vortex of sorts / Into fragrant playful striped balls / Bouncing upbeat, / Just for the self, a favour’,
Lustre of a Burning Corpse: Three poems by Anureet Watta
Poetry by Anureet Watta: ‘The world has ended many times before, / just this morning when I heard my father’s footsteps, / just this evening when you looked my way.’
The Decline That Wasn’t
Popular historian Sanjeev Sanyal pushed the account of India’s intellectual decline post the Islamic conquests. In his research essay, Joshua Fernandes challenges Sanyal’s stance by presenting a connected history through a survey of Sino-Tibetan literature.
Every Jaded January: Three poems by Sneha Bhura
Poetry by Sneha Bhura: ‘A 5 o’clock shadow / Makes oblong pools in my mind / I can't thrash it out’