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Weekend Quiz: Which 18th-century Kerala art form accompanies the recitation of satirical verse?
Hint: It was introduced by early Malayalam poet Kunchan Nambiar to bring social change.
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Weekend Quiz: Which 4th-century epic Sanskrit drama does this mural portray?
Hint: It was written by ancient India's greatest playwright Kalidasa.
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Weekend Quiz: Which two states did Vasco da Gama play off against each other after coming to India?
Hint: He was turned away by the local ruler of the kingdom where he landed.
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Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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We will leave India if told to break encryption: WhatsApp tells Delhi HC
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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BJP Karnataka candidates Tejasvi Surya and K Sudhakar booked for electoral offences: EC
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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Weekend Quiz: Which community was offered Tarisappalli copper plates in 9th century Kerala?
Hint: The trading community immigrated into Kerala from West Asia.
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Weekend Quiz: What form of military combat was used to settle disputes in medieval Kerala?
Hint: The duelists were trained in ‘kalaries’ to fight as militiamen in service of a lord.
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Weekend Quiz: What was Chera ruler Kadal Pirakottiya Vel Kelu Kuttuvan also known as?
Hint: He made several conquests to consolidate his kingdom and ruled central Kerala for 55 years.
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Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Weekend Quiz: Who composed the Hindavi Sufi romance, Mrigavati?
Hint: He was the first Sufi poet to use Avadhi in his compositions.
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Weekend Quiz: Which medieval poet wrote ‘Sur Sagar’, a poem about Lord Krishna?
Hint: He features in the lower right corner of the painting.
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Weekend Quiz: Which Mughal emperor commissioned the Iyar-e-Danish manuscript?
Hint: The king was born in the 16th century.
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The Reel
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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Weekend Quiz: Which of the five Mahakavyas tells the story of the birth of Shiva’s son Kartikeya?
Hint: It was written by one of ancient India’s greatest playwright and dramatist.
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Weekend Quiz: What was the name of Asaf-ud-Daulah’s hunting lodge on the banks of Gomti?
Hint: The heritage building still exists in Lucknow.
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Weekend Quiz: Who was the artist of this painting of a woman with a bird?
Hint: The painter had moved from Lahore to Delhi in the wake of the Partition.
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The Field
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ISL: Kerala Blasters FC axe Ivan Vukomanovic as head coach
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Jyothi Vennam and Abhishek Verma reach the mixed compound final
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Cricket: Former Pakistan captain Bismah Maroof retires from international cricket
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India wins nine medals including four gold on Day 2
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Badminton, Thomas and Uber Cup 2024: Two years on, Indian men’s team hope to defend crown jewel