Culture

Hollywood sex is kosher: Indian sentiments matter not (IANS Column: B-Town)

Vinod Mirani | July 30, 2023 1:07 PM

New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) Courts in India make a criminal swear by the Bhagavad Gita before he deposes in a case, or at least, that is what I have seen in films. The Gita, if one understands rightly, is the ultimate belief one can swear on to tell the truth. A criminal may still lie, but our judiciary and our films continue to repose faith in this holy book.

Theatre magic unfolds: AHA! festival celebrates childhood and fun in Ahmedabad

Janvi Sonaiya | July 22, 2023 5:15 PM

Ahmedabad, July 22 (IANS) Ahmedabad witnessed a delightful spectacle as the AHA! Theatre for Children Festival took centre-stage from July 18 to 22, for which five theatre groups from across the country gathered to weave enchanting tales for the young audience, reminding adults of the magic of their own childhood.