Stories written by
Nithya Subramanian
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In illustrations: Here’s how we can design homes to stay cool in India’s increasingly hot summers
A combination of intelligent shading, ventilation and insulation could help keep the heat at bay and even reduce emissions.
Nithya Subramanian
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One month of lockdown: Why Indian states have dramatically divergent Covid-19 trajectories
A state-wise analysis of key indicators.
Arunabh Saikia & Nithya Subramanian
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Bad Apples: An illustrated guide to the Indian banking sector crisis
How much rot is hidden away in India’s banks?
Nithya Subramanian & Rohan Venkataramakrishnan
Trending
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What does the summary expelling of an Opposition MP say about Parliamentary democracy in India?
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A new book examines the ‘jali’ – from 17th-century Mughal architecture to modern designs
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‘Mast Mein Rehne Ka’ review: A cheerfully meandering comedy
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‘The Muslim Secular’: This book argues that Muslims contribute equally to Indian secularism
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Sun setting on the Commonwealth Games: Is it time to say goodbye to the multi-sport event?
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The Art of Resistance: Raja Ravi Varma’s ‘Kichak Sairandhri’ reveals the rebellious potential of art
The painting took on a new, seditious meaning, after an allegorical play on the subject was banned by the British.
Nithya Subramanian
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In Uttar Pradesh, mapping reports of violence and police brutality from 15 districts
18 people have died in the state, following a police crackdown on demonstrations against the Citizenship Amendment Act,
Aarefa Johari & Nithya Subramanian
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In charts: India shut down the internet more than 100 times in 2019
Shutdowns have cost the Indian economy more than $3 billion in five years, by one estimate.
Nithya Subramanian
Video
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Watch: Adventure sportsperson plunges nearly 1,000 feet off world’s highest infinity pool in Dubai
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Caught on camera: Man taken by surprise as tiger jumps out of the trees to cross the road
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Watch: Residents negotiate toxic water in Chennai as oil spill adds to post-cyclone woes
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Watch: That awkward moment when the Christmas tree lighting ceremony in the UK Parliament fails
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Watch: Indian diaspora, embassies organise garba dances to celebrate UNESCO’s cultural heritage tag
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These 13 Indian cities face the greatest danger from earthquakes, says a new study
Nithya Subramanian
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In charts: How Modi government’s schemes impacted the lives of rural Indians
Access to toilets and cooking gas improved significantly.
Nithya Subramanian
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In pictures: The woeful state of prisons in Rajasthan – and a hopeful alternative
Photographs from the state’s closed prisons reveal cramped conditions for prisoners and inadequate provisions for guards.
Nithya Subramanian
The Reel
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In animated film ‘The Siren’, a reminder that ‘democracy and peace are never eternal’
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‘Mast Mein Rehne Ka’ review: A cheerfully meandering comedy
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‘Kadak Singh’ review: A soft look at deception
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‘Joram’ review: Man-on-the-run thriller stumbles to its destination
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‘Wonka’ review: A treat-filled wonderland
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In charts: Did Delhi’s odd-even vehicle plan help improve its air pollution problem?
Research shows that the scheme, along with suitable weather conditions, led to a marginal improvement in Delhi’s air quality in 2016.
Vijayta Lalwani & Nithya Subramanian
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In charts: Did the Great North Indian Smog travel southward?
Chennai experienced unusually poor air quality for the first week of November, triggering a debate on what had caused it.
Nithya Subramanian & Vijayta Lalwani
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In six charts: The state of justice in India
A poorly-functioning justice system costs India 9% of its GDP each year, according to one estimate.
Nithya Subramanian
The Field
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Badminton, Guwahati Masters Super 100: Bansod, Ponnappa/Crasto enter semi-finals
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Hockey: Savita to lead 22-member Indian women’s team in 5 Nations Tournament
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FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup: India beat South Korea in 9th-12th classification match
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Pro Kabaddi League: Pink Panthers play out tie with Warriors; Pirates end Giants’ winning start
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Jamshedpur FC fight back to salvage a draw against Chennaiyin FC