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Dragon fruit: a super-fruit in the Eastern Ghats near Visakhapatnam

A visit to this dragon fruit farm in Anantagiri gives a peek into the ways of cultivating the super fruit and also a slice of adventure from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/RokKJhZ

From modak and laddoo to puran poli and amti, the traditional Ganesh Chaturthi delicacies

Ahead of Vinayaka Chavithi, Vizagites share the traditions they’ve brought with them from their home States from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/LAV0BxP

From modak and laddoo to puran poli and amti, the traditional Ganesh Chaturthi delicacies

Ahead of Vinayaka Chavithi, Vizagites share the traditions they’ve brought with them from their home States from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/buj3MDv

Thiruvananthapuram-based dentist Shalet MS’ solo exhibition focussed on abstracts in oil and acrylic

Shalet’s collection of paintings, ‘Intrinsic Escape’, showcases her experiments with various techniques from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/zw63nTg

Why long car journeys are so excruciating for your kids

Our experience of time changes as we age, often resulting in the sensation of time passing more quickly as we get older from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/mG3YbLU

Coimbatore-based keeraikadai.com launches cookies made with greens

Coimbatore-based keeraikadai.com that has won a grant from the Tamil Nadu Government for innovations in greens has launched cookies formulated with vallarai, insulin spinach, guava leaves, tulsi and ashwagandha from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/5F8Dgm6

Former railwayman Ignatius Muthu celebrates a century of simple living

A look at the life of centenarian A Ignatius Muthu, who made news recently as Southern Railway’s oldest former employee in Tiruchi Railway Division from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/vNZIbT2

Chennai artist captures city’s iconic buildings in a collage for Madras Week

This artwork attempts to show Chennai through the years by featuring 49 iconic buildings that the city is home to from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/nBl3N4a

Coimbatore’s Kaapi 2.0 offers healthy snacks with strong filter coffee

Kaapi 2.0, a new chain of minimalist cafes in the city, offers healthy snack options to munch on along with filter coffee from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/f6JQNza

Pulicat handkerchiefs from hundreds of years ago are now being revived

AARDE Foundation is weaving the tale of Coromandel cotton, reviving its legacy and showcasing its heritage from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/30rlgnK

Eis serves ice golas, pop sticks and kulfis in multiple flavours in Thiruvananthapuram

Eis by Sarwa, which sells ice golas, pop sticks, kulfis and more, is 17-year-old Rohit Abraham’s start up from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/OKeabUE

I Have A Dream: A photo exhibition that focuses on light, drama created by its shadows

Printed on stainless steel and paper, George K’s photographs of Southern temples, Madras Central Jail and Kashmir paint a dreamy landscape of past, present and existentialism from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/MX2pKYk

Kethel’s is a byword for spicy fried chicken

Hotel Rahamaniya, which is more than 70 years old, is the home of Kethel’s fried chicken from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/PRC4Ebc

Wheels of change

The WallRide Park is the place to go to try and learn skateboarding in Hyderabad from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/SUA3Bto

The makers of Mahabali

As Onam approaches artisans update tradition this year, from using more eco-friendly material to sculpting Mahabali with a six pack from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/x21lAEs

Bengaluru Poetry Festival 2022: Celebrating the spoken word

The Bengaluru Poetry Festival is back for its sixth edition this weekend after a two-year break from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/Y9QKLcM

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara: Right on track

The mid-sized SUV not only comes with smooth steering and a sportier look, but also provides for a sedate driving experience from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/8wyplvB

Bacon inspires books, memes and worldwide hysteria. And there’s also a World Bacon Day

Bacon has been around for centuries and is relished by gourmets and gourmands alike from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/cAjYDGi

Mercedes’ AMG EQS 53 4Matic+ now in India

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Netha captures the lives of Telangana handloom weavers

Pictures taken by Hyderabad-based Kandukuri Ramesh Babu’s photographs narrate stories of hope and resilience from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/HqhnI3P

Kuchi mittai to kuruvi rotti, tasty treats of the 80s and 90s kids are back

There is seems to be a renewed interest in nostalgic, native special toffees and snacks, locally made and sold at in petti kadais near schools in the school vicinity between the 1970s and 90s during the 70s 80s and 90s  from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/0DdMTGg

Hemp is the newest Indian superfood in restaurants and cafés across the country

In November 2021, FSSAI approved the use of hemp seeds in limited quantities in food and beverages from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/J2kLw8u

Songs of the River Ganga: Shantanu Moitra’s lyrical journey to self-discovery

The six-episode series traces the emotional and spiritual calling of the 55-year-old Bollywood music composer, explores his creative dimension and puts his physical mettle to the test from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/8CAIwqF

Suspended in the present: review of Amit Chaudhuri’s new book, Sojourn

The novel, about an academic in Berlin, gives us a real-time immersion with every moment of reading from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/sGYV2rj

This exhibition in Chennai showcased rides and memorabilia from the past. Some dating back to the 1880s

Organised by Cycling Yogis, the event showcased over 40 vintage bicycles from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/fsmUiXz

Ice, fire, spice and all things nice with Ami Shroff

Her juggling tricks, drinks and boots all stand testament to why bartender Ami Shroff makes heads turn from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/9hy1UFr

Cultural tales in ink

Tattoo artist Mo Naga on why he focuses on reviving traditional Naga tattoos from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/DsIdNXf

Bajaj discontinues Pulsar 180 in India

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Bookings open for Toyota’s new Land Cruiser LC300

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Painting pain, politics and society

The exhibition Birth of a White Rose chronicles Somnath Hore’s observation of class conflicts and violence in diverse mediums from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/TQFk89x

BMW’s Touring range of motorcycles launched in India

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Kia Sonet X Line to soon hit market

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Goodfellows, supported by Ratan Tata, connects senior citizens with graduates who do everything a grandkid would

Shantanu Naidu’s new startup, Goodfellows, offers companionship for the elderly and focusses on how to make them feel less lonely from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/XtRoyK1

From bell bottoms to actresses’ gowns, meet Chennai’s original trend-makers

K Shanker has kept generations of Chennai women in style for over 70 years. This Madras Week, the family looks back on its legacy from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/MjSqiD6

Triathlete Anu Vaidyanathan ventures into filmmaking

Anu Vaidyanathan, who was the first Asian woman to compete at the Ultraman Canada, now has a bunch of short films to her credit from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/qAZgyNH

Postcards featuring iconic Madras buildings set to be launched on Madras Day

Postcardsville is set to launch a collection of postcards featuring sketches of then and now depictions of Madras’ iconic buildings from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/4LVMinZ

Bengal’s traditional idol makers return to Visakhapatnam ahead of Vinayaka Chavithi

Artisans from West Bengal have returned after two challenging pandemic years and workshops are busy again as Visakhapatnam sees a growing demand for clay Ganesha idols ahead of Vinayaka Chavithi from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/lr1QExs

Meet the Chennai family restoring heritage watches since 1958

The Connoisseur Collection family has been the guardian of innumerable timepieces in Chennai for the past 64 years. This Madras Week, they share a few memories. from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/ZdWAqbf

DAW’s Artsy collaboration

The Delhi Art Week is going phygital and has collaborated with NYC-based Artsy for its second edition from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/WSX90cG

E-Highway To Heaven

Where skybuses, bullet trains, e-highways, seaplanes, underwater metros, driverless cars, tireless scooters, two-wheeled tricycles, will be crisscrossing each other at high speeds from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/sVKlF1a

No-fuss fashion comes to Bengaluru, courtesy S&N

Designer Shantnu Mehra on the launch of S&N in Bengaluru and the more accessible bridge-to-luxury segment from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/NeL137m

Chef Omar Allibhoy and his quest to bring Spanish cuisine to the world

Omar Allibhoy, the man behind the Tapas Revolution in the UK, talks about his upcoming book from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/X6LV1ql

Deccani Biryani: A biryani that is everyone’s and no one’s

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How the Suhring twins plate Germany for the world

The Suhring brothers share their journey of presenting traditional German fare with a modern twist from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/rN2XdHV

Video | Road trip in rains in Western Ghats in Karnataka

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Seven South Korean artists from Jeju Island exhibit their work in Chennai

Seven artists from Jeju Island in South Korea tell stories of resilience through varied mediums in this Chennai exhibit from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/7utc2sM

Hyderabadis find solace in green memorials

In Hyderabad, project Haritham has helped set up two parks in memory of those who lost their lives to COVID-19. More will follow from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/NypqTWt

National award winner Aparna Balamurali says her work in ‘Soorarai Pottru’ has helped her as an actor

Aparna Balamurali has three Malayalam films and one Tamil film, Nitham Oru Vaanam, lined up for release from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/stO0Wmo

Ola Electric S1 scooter rolls out

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Ola Electric’s first car to be unveiled in 2024

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Mapping India: How Madras pioneered a new age of surveys and maps

During the 19th Century, this city that is now Chennai led India into a new age of mapping. Mark Madras week with us, exploring relics and stories of the Great Trigonometrical Survey from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/hlUHfni

Mapping India: How Madras pioneered a new age of surveys and maps

During the 19th Century, this city that is now Chennai led India into a new age of mapping. Mark Madras week with us, exploring relics and stories of the Great Trigonometrical Survey from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/RrpHfhW

Sri Lanka to woo greater number of Indian tourists

The island is preparing new packages such as the Murugan-Shiva Shakthi trails from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/ibuFrsq

Superman, whales and pigs took to the skies, as kite fliers participated at the Tamil Nadu International Kite Festival

Whales, pigs and an LED-lit UFO took to the skies recently, as kite fliers from across India and beyond descended at the maiden Over 124 kites were showcased at Tamil Nadu International Kite Festival. Some even weighed over 16 kilograms and cost around a lakh from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/CyEKJnS

DGCA asks airlines to strictly enforce COVID-19 protocol amid rise in cases

Airlines have to ensure that passengers are wearing face masks properly throughout the journey and there is proper sensitisation of passengers through various platforms, according the the DCGA from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/SPZ3bqG

Watch | These illustrators create children’s books set in the Northeast of India

A video featuring the second part of Picture this, a new series on children’s book illustrators in India by Menaka Raman. from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/xMnTQrg

Celebrate Madras Week with books, heritage walks and art exhibits. Here’s a quick guide

Chennai plans to ring in its birthday with a host of events starting this weekend. Follow this quick guide to celebrate 383 years of Madras from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/QSbd9yn

Nemom Pushparaj’s ‘Dystopia’ paints the depressing realities of the times

The artist is hard hitting, as he paints social inequities and injustice in his latest solo show from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/TK2exbp

Why should service charge be recovered from consumers as additional levy, Delhi HC asks

‘You increase the salary. We will hear you’: Delhi High Court on restaurant associations’ argument of service charge benefiting employees from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/ZSdaGf6

Maruti Suzuki Swift S-CNG launched

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Suzuki Katana: Beauty that runs like a beast

The bike with an inline-four engine sound and a retro feel will be impossible to miss on the road from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/549nCwA

Audi Q3 bookings open in India

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Harley-Davidson launches Nightster motorcycle in India

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Pieces of Partition: Documentiong the world’s largest migration through objects

Refugee families and independent groups are preserving the memories of Partition with priceless objects brought from across the India-Pakistan border in 1947 from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/x0tFNmP

The 75-year check

The age when it is time to celebrate your independence, not restrict it from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/OpaZejR

Mediterranean homes that welcome the sun

While Mediterranean-style architecture is typically seen in warm-weather climates, its elements can be used to add a touch of warmth and colour to interiors anywhere from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/iub2c05

Everything’s coming up Rosé: on the rise of India’s wine brands 

As young Indians look approachability, affordability and sustainability in their wine choices, local brands and vineyards respond, eliminating snobbery with cans, easy drinking spritzers and Syrah rinsed cheese from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/LpWAlOg

Lose your marbles to enjoy this fizz

The traditional goli soda fizzled out when fancy fizzy drinks took over the market. Now the same goli soda is making a sizzling comeback as a fun drink at restaurants from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/0GYoQ7m

The home buyer may wait a little longer

RBI decision to increase repo rate will have its impact. from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/p3vhFJQ

These culinary archivists are on a mission to document India’s rich food heritage

The cookbook features dishes dating back centuries and also has an illustrated section where readers can document their own recipes from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/ncKm945

Hyundai’s flagship Tucson SUV launched in India

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A day in the life of an elephant and its mahout at Theppakadu camp in Mudumalai

On World Elephant Day (August 12), meet the mahouts of the 105-year-old Theppakadu camp at Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, renowned for working with rescued conflict animals from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/KUzuYTW

Why Chennai’s ISO-certified home keeps the tricolour flying all year

The ISO 9000 certified household of the Surana family in Mylapore has the National Flag flying on its terrace all year. The family explains why from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/GeyTd1v

Chess Olympiad mascot Thambi gets a macho makeover

A new, viral mural by St+art India in Chennai’s Kamaraj Salai gives the Chess Olympiad mascot, Thambi, a macho makeover from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/36Wt9Tn

From rare steak to tiger prawns, Chennai’s new all day diners have it all

A recent spurt of all day diners in Nungambakkam enable you to choose between fresh catch from Kasimedu, order a classic American steak or dive into a full English breakfast from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/tjO5f30

Watch | This artist is popularising Malayalam calligraphy

A video on Artist Bhattathiri, a Malayalam calligrapher from Thiruvananthapuram. from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/q1QyInu

NueGo electric inter-state coach service starts in Madhya Pradesh

NueGo, a premium electric inter-city coach service is now available at a special inaugural offer of ₹349 per seat on the Bhopal-Indore route from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/2vpyLGA

Twelve years of Mithran: on the upcoming maiden Mithran Theatre Festival in Chennai

Nikhila Kesavan’s Dear Omana and Komaligal by Theatre Akku are a part of the maiden Mithran Theatre Festival paying tribute to the thespian who shaped Chennai’s English theatre from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/B732GTu

The song of the rocks

The rocks of the Deccan come alive through rap, hip-hop and qawwali from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/kjnRTSN

Commissioner of Police V Balakrishnan’s first book ‘Travel Tales of a Cop’ launched at the Coimbatore Book Festival

Commissioner of Police V Balakrishnan’s first book Travel Tales of a Cop launched at the Coimbatore Book Festival is a comparison of policing systems in the UK and India  from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/tjPnVRw

Honda launches CB300F in India

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Tata Tigor XM new base model launched

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Tata finalises deal to purchase Ford’s Sanand plant

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Royal Enfield launches Hunter 350

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‘Qawwali’ photo exhibition in Kochi celebrates the unsung musician

The exhibition showcases 95 works and will conclude on August 14 from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/CWBt8km

Indian visitors to Dubai more than double to 8.58 lakh in Jan-Jun'22

In the first half of 2021, over 4.09 lakh people from India visited Dubai from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/8e3mOuV

Kudumbashree women in Ernakulam stitch 2 lakh flags for I-Day

More than 1,000 women worked “ day and night” at 55 units in Ernakulam district to stitch the Tricolour for I-Day from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/eV5Rdzp

‘Aavasavyuham’ movie review: Fantasy and realism find a perfect balance in this surreal mockumentary

Krishand RK’s award-winning ‘Aavasavyuham’ is on the environment and man’s innate link with nature from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/vEnpfAJ

Bling it on, the new age jewellery

Miniature fruits, rhinos and sunsets... new-age jewellery designers are creating quirky handmade pieces that reflect their unique style from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/woXTyI1

‘‘1744 White Alto’ is a crime comedy’ says Senna Hegde

Senna’s next film, Padmini, has Kunchacko Boban and Aparna Balamurali in the lead from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/QfnXt2U

Exclusive Ayurveda centres attract celebrities and the elite from India and across the world

Akshay Kumar, Mohanlal, Ajith and Jayaram are some the stars who shut out the world to begin a conversation with health and wellness courtesy premium Ayurveda retreats from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3QZzSIb

Rain or shine, August set to be the month of travel 

With the upcoming long weekend, tour conductors are observing an increase in bookings  from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/5vrXV1d

The ups and downs of the Keeway Vieste 300

The scooter gives you a great mileage, but with its stiff seat and backrest, the rider may end up with a sore back from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/TYADwuQ

Jeep teases Limited Anniversary Edition of Compass

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From Bondu, With Love

If Bond was going to be Indian, there was no way he could be anything but Telugu from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/iuaUqnd

A song to bring awareness on effect of urbanisation of animals

The song is an attempt to highlight the struggles of animals on the street from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/WjRJrNG

Mid-range Tata Tiago NRG XT trim launched

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Seven new Ducati motorbikes to come out

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Morning meal shows the day

The city offers quite a number of wholesome breakfast options from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/e9TZgXG

Seeds of sustainability

From seed exchange tents to a range of handlooms up for sale, the Sustainability Festival is set to turn the act of going green into a celebration from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/WgrQpX0

Watch | Have you tried Moringa honey?

A video featuring Moringa honey, which is among the most popular varieties of floral nectar in the food sector in Tamil Nadu. from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/nZzLo6q

Junior Kuppana has launched its first 24-hour drive-in restaurant in Chennai

Junior Kuppanna, that which has been serving cuisine from the Kongu region since 1983, has launched its 24-hour drive-in restaurant in the heart of Chennai, complete with a drive-in option from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/RyaCib4

Fusion Bistro in Karaikudi serves concepts on a plate

Fusion Bistro, off the Madurai-Karaikudi Road, springs a surprise with its blended tastes and flavours in Chettinad heartland from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/s5KoG2D

Your weekend guide to Chennai’s Covelong Classic: Surf, Music and Fitness festival

In the run up to the annual Covelong Classic: Surf, Music and Fitness Festival, we put together a quick guide to help you catch a bit of everything from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/yYvVFu6

Hydrogen powered TVS scooter in the works

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Apollo launches EV-specific tyres for cars, scooters

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And now for a taste of chess

A chess board cake is wowing the people of Madurai and reminding them of the ongoing Chess Olympiad from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/yH4SgVD

And now for a taste of chess

A chess board cake is wowing the people of Madurai and reminding them of the ongoing Chess Olympiad from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/vCrbNnY

TVS, Bajaj register positive growth between April-June 2022

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All Kia Seltos variants to get six airbags

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This team from Chennai played a game of chess in the sea, 60ft underwater. Here is what it looked like

This was to celebrate Chennai being the host city for the Chess Olympiad 2022. There were three chessboards underwater, off the coast of NeelankaraiA team of seven played a game of chess underwater recently, off the coast off Neelankarai. Here is what it looked like from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/stZNrbD

From Roja to Brahms: how the South Asian Symphony Orchestra regaled Chennai

The South Asian Symphony Orchestra mesmerised the audience into a silence through their Peace Notes performance from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/OCxdEag

From crochet to kalamkari, an intersection of art and craft

At Dhi Artspace in Hyderabad, the Crafting the Crossroad exhibition showcases how five contemporary artists draw inspiration from traditional crafts from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/14YSLim

Calligrapher Artist Bhattathiri opens ‘Ka Cha Ta Tha Pa’, a gallery for Malayalam calligraphy

The gallery in Thiruvananthapuram is a first of its kind in India for Malayalam calligraphy from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/7m6w90c