Flower Power
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Tracing the history of panneer rose, a flower closely tied with the culture of India
Also called Rose Edouard, there are many stories of its origins.
Shobha Menon
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Ferns N Petals: How a small South Delhi shop bloomed into Indians’ chosen florist
The flower and gifting brand was started by Vikaas Gutgutia 23 years ago and remains the most popular in its segment.
Zinnia Ray Chaudhuri
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How Britain’s love affair with ‘the world’s most beautiful tree’ blossomed in Calcutta
The story of Amherstia nobilis figures a governor general, a fairy tale, and a landmark day in labour history.
Sujaan Mukherjee
Trending
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We will leave India if told to break encryption: WhatsApp tells Delhi HC
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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‘Be freed from what holds you back’: Poems by Buddhist women from the Murty Classical Library
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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Canada: Amid anti-immigration rhetoric, curbing international students is a knee-jerk reaction
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Watch this gorgeous plant flowering after eight years in Maharashtra, the Konkan and Karnatak
The Karvi, whose flowering is celebrated in a week-long festival, last bloomed in 2008.
Scroll Staff
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The flower breeders who sold X-ray lilies and atomic marigolds
The relentless pursuit of showy flowers for garden display has seen some odd uses of radiation and chemicals.
Helen Anne Curry, The Conversation
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Why the marigold isn't the best floral tribute for India's fallen soldiers
There is a better option: the red Hibiscus.
Geeta Doctor
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