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Joanna Lobo

Mumbai’s Premier Padmini taxis are going off the streets – and into art galleries

The original kaali peeli has become an object of fascination and inspiration for Indian and foreign artists and photographers.

Joanna Lobo
· Apr 17, 2018 · 11:30 am
A young Indian singer is turning to Hindi literature’s most eminent poets for lyrics

Chinmayi Tripathi’s Music and Poetry Project gives tune to some of the greatest poetry written in Hindi.

Joanna Lobo
· Nov 08, 2017 · 03:30 pm
After a century, the internet is filling the role that Marathi magazines once played on Diwali

Diwali Anks were once central to festive celebrations in Maharashtrian homes. Now a website wants to carry forward their legacy.

Joanna Lobo
· Oct 19, 2017 · 11:30 am

A watercolour guide to Chennai’s best food, from New Kerala Hot Chips to Shree Krishna Sweets

Chitra Iyer’s series looks at the murruku, masala kadalai, Mysore pak and jigarthandai, among other city treats.

Joanna Lobo
· Oct 06, 2017 · 11:30 am