Numerous films have been made with children in prominent roles that have enthralled adults equally. Blue Umbrella, Halo, Taare Zameen Par, Stanley ka Dabba, I am Kalam, Jalpari are few prominent examples. In a recent interview, actor Parvin Dabbas, who was a part of the film Jalpari said, “It is great to work with child artistes.

Vinita Michael Joseph is a jewellery design graduate from NIFT. One can find all her latest creations on her website and her Facebook (FB) page, which already has over 300 likes. How useful is a virtual ‘like’ on FB? “When a member ‘likes’ an image, it shows on his/her timeline. This in turn is viewed by others on their friends list.

Shabir Ali Beigh is a talented Kani Sozni embroiderer from Kashmir. He has received several state and national laurels. But recently, he had a life changing experience.

A trick cyclist in Jagadhari, Haryana, a ragpicker in the Deonar Dumping Yard, a jutti maker in Malwa, Punjab and a group of break dancers have nothing much in common. Except their struggle for existence. They all are subjects of documentary films by student filmmakers screened at the recently concluded “Jeevika: Asia Livelihood Documentary Festival” by the Centre for Civil Society at the India Habitat Centre.

Ruma Roka could have just been a homemaker leading a comfortable life. But she was restless to find a larger meaning in life. She nurtured the dream of running a school for special ability children.

Delhi University gives special consideration to sportsmen during admissions but then, does it follow it up by giving them attendance?

While taking that final plunge and saying ‘I do’ in front of your near and dear ones, most young couples spend a huge amount of time and money planning for D-day and the honeymoon thereafter. Right from apparel for various functions, accessories, the wedding trousseau and special gifts to fixing up exotic locations — these youngsters look for the best, irrespective of prices.

Even as Ek tha Tiger is smashing all records and has managed to reinstall Salman Khan as the undisputed Box Office czar, his politically-incorrect responses at press conferences continue to grab eyeballs. On being asked about his protectiveness and comments about co-star Katrina’s dressing style in the movie, he said, “As the hero of the film if I find she is not looking good, I register my opinion.

Belonging to a family of photographers has its advantages. The least among them is an inane knack for observing life and getting to click some outstanding photographs. “My grandfather, father and uncles were all great photographers. I think the sensibility just seeps in automatically.

Playing games on computers, consoles and mobiles is quite popular among gaming enthusiasts. Every time a new version of Game Cube, XBox, or Sony Playstation is launched in the market it creates a lot of buzz.