City Of Begums

The begums were patrons of education, art, culture and public works. It was during their reign that the settlement established its waterworks, railways, postal system, municipality and a series of grand edifices that stand as emblems of a celebrated past. Bhopal has since then been known as the ‘City of Begums.’

MEET OLD MAN WEEKND

When The Weeknd dropped “Blinding Lights” — recently named Billboard’s No. 1 Hot 100 song of all time — way back in 2019

The Windies Series

Sri Lanka’s cricketers will take plenty of heart from their recent resounding victory over the West Indies to win the coveted Sobers-Tissera Trophy.

WEDGE TRAINERS ARE BACK!

Here’s the fashion 101 on the predecessor of Dad trainers. Sporty heel-trainer hybrids are for people who want the comfort of a sneaker

Malay Cuisine

The Malay community has been a part of Sri Lankan society for many centuries – yet, their cuisine isn’t celebrated or acknowledged despite the unique flavours they are known for.

Fast Track

The SMMT calculates that by 2030 – when Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s ban on new Internal-Combustion Engines (ICE) kicks in – the industry will require at least 60 gigawatt hours (GWh) of locally sourced batteries.

THE MOST STRIKING IMAGES FOR 2021

Kelly Grovier picks 15 of the most startling photos from this year – including images of the riots at the US Capitol and an airplane in Kabul – and compares them with iconic artworks.