India has a rich and diverse wildlife population, with 410 mammal species, 700 reptile species, 2000 fish species, and 1,300 bird species. However, for various reasons, many of these are threatened, endangered, or on the verge of extinction. According to recent data from the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature), India has about 200 … Read more
The rise in nationalism in French India saw various freedom fighters fight hard to end colonial rule in French-ruled territories in India. Puducherry, once known as Pondicherry, was one such place. Puducherry experienced a succession of colonial rulers, including the Portuguese, Dutch, Danes, British, and French. Even after India won her freedom in 1947, Puducherry … Read more
India is beautiful with its rich landscape and biosphere. This land, celebrated in our national song Vande Mataram as “Sasyashyamalam Mataram,” is blessed with lush greenery and abundant natural resources. However, over time, urbanisation and modern ways of life have led to the destruction of nature, resulting in the loss of habitat for many birds … Read more
Earth Day is observed around the world on the 22nd of April every year to create public awareness. This year, many institutions, like schools and sustainability-focused companies, have started planning Earth Day Events for 2025. There are several reasons why Earth Day is important. It is a strong reminder to all mankind about what we … Read more
Happy Mother’s Day Wishes To All Those Amazing Moms Out There! From being tough as nails to offering warm cuddles, from being strict as a teacher to being our ultimate support system, mothers embody all that we need. Their love knows no bounds, and their sacrifices are immeasurable. That’s why Mother’s Day holds such a … Read more
The Italian Embassy Cultural Centre commenced the centenary celebrations of Marcello Mastroianni, the legendary icon of Italian cinema, with an unforgettable screening of La Notte at the India Habitat Centre. The special event featured the newly restored 4K version of La Notte, showcasing one of Mastroianni’s most acclaimed roles and honoring his legacy as a … Read more
A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature Małgorzata Wejsis – Gołębiak, Director, Polish Institute, Dr. Magdalena Filipczuk, Deputy Director, Polish Institute, and Sunit Tandon, Director, India Habitat Centre The Kinoteka Polish Film Festival 2024 opened to an enthusiastic audience on December 16 at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, marking the beginning of a three-day cinematic journey … Read more
A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature Panorama Editions, an international art salon founded in 2017 by artist, filmmaker, and member of the Patiala Royal Family, Sarah Singh, recently unveiled its latest edition at Purana Qila, New Delhi. Panorama Editions seeks to revive the age-old tradition of art salons by creating site-specific, immersive experiences in historically significant … Read more
A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature Abbas Panakkal (centre) during the panel discussion at IIC A century of skewed narratives is being challenged with the release of Dr. Abbas Panakkal’s latest book, Musaliar King, a bold, decolonial account of Malabar’s resistance against colonial rule. This seminal work reinterprets historical events, shedding light on the resilience of … Read more
From Dune: Chapter 2 (2024) to Pulp Fiction (1994), here are the best Oscar winning movies on Netflix. The 97th Academy Awards ceremony was a night filled with surprises, emotional speeches, and memorable moments. As usual, there were a few upsets and snubs, along with some well-deserved wins. But that discussion is for another day. … Read more