Collaborations bring a joy of their own. They result in a new creation, born out of different artistic sensibilities and the end result can surprise you.

Indians across the world have been watching the Lokpal drama. Crowds, agitation, accusations, defence, impromptu skits et al were on the agenda.

The world can’t get over the treasure that tumbled out of the vaults of the Ananta Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Tiruvanantapuram.

THE RAINS have arrived. The monsoon birds are around, others are more vocal than ever.

I went last week to watch Bal Gandharva, the film, with my daughter. As we waited for the theatre doors to open, there was a swarm of people waiting as well.

I went last week to watch Bal Gandharva, the film, with my daughter. As we waited for the theatre doors to open, there was a swarm of people waiting as well. Surely for some Bollywood hit, we thought. To our utmost surprise, the crowd walked right in with us to watch the same film!

Recently, I read a report about an event in Kerala, to mark the 27th death anniversary of M.D. Ramanathan, which was observed in April.

I got a jolt when I received an email from a long lost school friend. Norma had read one of my columns and wrote to me.

I was reading a recent debate on music reviews.

I have always maintained that music and nature are inextricably linked. In an earlier piece, I had shared my thoughts on the same. Nature has constantly enchanted and fascinated me.