Ursula the ‘Jungle Queen’: The extraordinary story of the Englishwoman who led Naga soldiers in WWII

Ursula Graham Bower’s remarkable story has been brought back to life in a play.

Neha Kirpal

· Jan 10, 2018 · 11:30 am

‘Heidi’ in Hindi: A translation brings the classic children’s book to new readers. Will they care?

This 19th century tale set in the Swiss Alps has sold more than 50 million copies in over 50 languages.

Neha Kirpal

· Dec 10, 2017 · 07:00 am

Just how bad is Delhi’s pollution? People are driving through smog to grab time in an oxygen chamber

Plants and air-purifiers can only provide temporary respite. Experts say the real crisis began when Delhi’s Ridge was destroyed.

Neha Kirpal

· Dec 07, 2017 · 03:30 pm

An artist lauded by the Pope explains why Indian and Italian puppetry share the same spirit

Puppeteer Brune Leone travels the world, staging performances that tackle universal themes.

Neha Kirpal

· Dec 06, 2017 · 03:30 pm

If you’re wondering how to raise a feminist, Indian publishing houses might have an answer

Young girls are affected disproportionately by everything from poverty to corruption and global warming. Children’s stories should reflect that.

Neha Kirpal

· Oct 23, 2017 · 03:30 pm