Articles related to "Calcutta"

Kolkata (Calcutta) is no longer just identified with slums, destitution, and the inspiring work of Mother Teresa. It has a rich culture waiting to be experienced.

Less than two years after her death, in view of Mother Theresa's widespread reputation, Pope John Paul II permitted the opening of her Cause of Canonization.

When you are born into a brothel in Calcutta, your opportunities might be very limited. But when British filmmaker Zana Briski gives the kids cameras, everything changes.

Vegetarianism is on the rise, as people are becoming aware of diseases like bird and swine flu. Many are beginning to be swayed by the goodness of vegetarian cooking.

Tasty shrimp balls, tandoori-spiced pakoras and chili-fried chicken are some of the mouth-watering dishes featured in Hakka-Indian cuisine.

An American Bengali family forges a new identity while trying to maintain old traditions.

The learning of Indain Classical music requires a stepwise approach that begins with the study of gat (compositon) and ends with the mastery of alap.

Well-established in Brazil, India & China, American Express is also positioned to benefit from millions of tourists during Beijing's 2008 Olympic Games.

Multicultural love story follows a family through 25 years as the parents adapt to a new country and their children learn to embrace their heritage.

Lucky Boyce can't catch a break, but is that of her own doing?

An Indian Family Immigrates To New York. Nair, The Director, Chronicles Two Generations of Their Lives Through Marriages, Births, Deaths, and Cultural Identities.

The last week of the Six Nations saw Ireland win their first Grand Slam in 61 years. England's improvement continued with a win over Scotland and France trounced Italy.

The Nov. 26-29th siege of Mumbai exposed the vulnerability of India's national security, and made a mockery of highly-acclaimed counter-terrorism forces.

From man walking on the moon for the first time, to unexpected death and improbable sports victories, life changed forever after circumstances that shaped the future.

Pilgrims have been asked to learn the 10 stories of the Patron Saints of World Youth Day. They are asked to pray and meditate on the extraordinary examples of grace.

The organographic system popularized by Hornbostel and Sachs was possibly derived from an Ancient Indian one.

The musicologist D.K. Mukherjee writes that gharana is a Hindi word meaning `family' in the broad sense of the word.

This spicy recipe for Green Chili Chicken is inspired by the Hakka Chinese communities of India.

In Belgium raw meat is a delicacy. But try to convince an Indian or an American of that! Do irrational taboos still inform the taboo?

India is a shopper's paradise with so many exotic goods on offer. From jewelry to pottery to paintings, there's something to suit all budgets lavish to inexpensive.

The harmonium is a hand pump organ which missionaries in India had used to accompany their hymns and litanies.

Champagne flows for Tata Motors, as it unveils the world's cheapest car. Hidden, however, is the struggle of the villagers whose land is needed for its production.

Devdas has in the past been adapted onto film by three different Bollywood film directors. Dev.D is the latest Bollywood adaptation of the story.

Holidays in Bhutan incur a daily charge covering all basic expenses. With major increases on hold and discounts, this is no more than an average night in a London hotel.

Early in the 19th century musicians of Afghan descent, residing in North India, began to study and perform classical Indian Music.

The manuscripts and print editions of the Arabian Nights have a long history as do the One Thousand and One tales of Shahrazad.

Whether carrying a dying ensign or hefting powder bags through a burning town, Dempsey's VC was earned more than once.

Rabindranath Tagore was a poet and writer who also has made his mark in the realm of music and painting.

When St. Therese of Lisieux became a 'Doctor of the Church' under the pontificate of Pope John Paul II, it represented a practical theology for the faithful.

Brief outline of the origin of the 'untouchable' class of Hinduism, struggles for its abolition, and how Dalits fare in modern India.

A beautifully written book about recent Indian migrants to America who in different ways overcome their initial problems to blossom in a different environment.

Traditional Bengali culture contains a rich tapestry of musical genres. These range from plaintive folk melody to lyrical boatmen songs and the songs of mystics.

The traditions of Hindustani "classical" and regional "folk" music have existed side by side in India for several hundred years.

The 2011 Cricket World Cup will run from 19 February to 2 April and be jointly hosted by India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Here are details of groups, fixtures and venues.

Wales, England and Ireland win in the third round of matches played in the Rugby Union Six Nations Championship on 23 February 2008.

Brief biography of 19th century author William Makepeace Thackeray, best-known for his works Vanity Fair and The Book of Snobs.

Bikram Yoga is extremely popular and new studios are popping up all over the place. But is it the right yoga practice for you? Read on to find out.

New to yoga? Not sure where to start? For some, Bikram yoga is the ideal practice, but others claim it's the "anti-yoga" yoga.

John Casper Leyden was a student of Edinburgh University, minister, doctor and brilliant Oriental linguist.

Both buying and writing internet papers and essays involves questions of ethics, while subjecting students to scrutiny that could end their academic careers.

The Komagata Maru arrived in Vancouver Harbour in May 1914; most of the 376 East Indian passengers were never allowed to leave the ship.

Saltwater fishing is popular throughout the northeast United States. Anglers living close to the coast have world-class fishing that is just a cast away.

Charities attempted to alleviate starving Irish tenants' and laborers' suffering during famine, but donations were insufficient.

Both nations and individuals are held accountable for their awareness and actions regarding the poor as an element of the spiritual faith journey.

Chinatowns are enclaves where Chinese people congregate. Ubiquitous around the world, these communities of cuisine and culture have since embraced other Asian cultures.

Work is still suspended at the main production site of the Tata Nano as the West Bengal government tries to come to an understanding with agitating farmers and labourers.

Ramana Maharshi, Aurobindo and Yogananda are among the most important Indian gurus of the 20th century.

For centuries, natural herbs have offered a safe way to ease the common symptoms of upper respiratory infections, including asthma, cough, sore throat, and bronchitis.

In a distinguished career he became the father of Indian finance, a key figure in the founding of today's Standard Chartered Bank and founder of the Economist Magazine.

Gandhi was the leader of the Indian Nationalist Movement and is widely considered the father of his country. He developed a non-violent way to redress wrongs.