In trying to modernise the idea of a 'third space', Gen Z has forgotten the original ones altogether. Libraries, parks, and museums were about coexistence without expectation, which went beyond productivity or leisure.
Delhi civic body official says audit needed and ‘distorted internal dynamics, repeated complaints of mismanagement of funds from the library compelled MCD to restrict funding’.
Hazrat Shah Waliullah Library, built as a one-room sanctuary during the 1987 riots, is bursting at the seams with thousands of Urdu, Arabic, Persian, Hindi, and English books.
Murty Classical Library of India works on translation & publication of Indian classics. Academics were allegedly dismissed by chair of oversight board, Harvard prof Parimal Patil, in January.
The Community Library Project holds BR Ambedkar as its inspiration. It has become a refuge for children with literary passions seeking knowledge and acceptance.
The library at India International Centre has digitised nearly 9,434 items from its unique and rare collection of books and materials, some dating back to 17th century.
Khuda Bakhsh library is an ‘Institution of National Importance’ according to Parliament. Now, Nitish govt's plan for elevated road suggests knocking down its historic Curzon Reading Hall.
With free wifi, computers and books, the Delhi Police Public Library in R.K. Puram aims to provide an environment that is conducive for studying for slum children.
In many respects the war has reinforced the partnership between Israel and UAE. And for India, the relationship with the UAE carries far greater strategic weight than any connection with Iran.
Increase in employment subsidy, Rs 500 crore for estate revamp, new townships in pipeline—but land cost, power breakdowns and inspector raj top among key worries for industry leaders.
CDS Anil Chauhan says future space capability will not be built by government agencies alone. ‘It will be co-developed with industry, start-ups, and technology innovators’.
American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.
Where are the public libraries? Big cities are becoming concrete and marble jungles . Where are the parks ?