Believing in the adage ‘Laughter is the best medicine’, many poets and writers from the city indulge in some rib-tickling humour at the mushairas

Actor Peter O’Toole’s career was a curious mix of blockbusters and films that petered out without an impact

The brain behind GHMC’s Feed the Need, and She Need initiatives, here is Dr Neelima Arya behind the scenes

Using the platform as a medium to drive home powerful messages is Venu Polasani, a known name in Telugu television

With Walden deciding to down its shutters on the Somajiguda outlet, the plight of bookstores in the changing scenario in Hyderabad’s lifestyle comes to the fore

Tuitions and summer skills are just a tap away, all thanks to these e-tutor apps

Readers who are sensitive towards life and art will find an instant connect to the Telugu biography ‘Liptha Kaalapu Swapnam’, translated by Swarna Kilari

The philosophy and thought of the great poet who penned Saare jahan se achcha have been kept alive in the city with various programmes and initiatives over the decades

The best-selling author who topped the New York Times’s list, Jeffery Archer has captured many a reader’s heart with his mystery novels

Eco grills by city-based entrepreneur Phanindra Sai are a great concept to have grilled food without adding to the smoke levels

Through his Forum for a Better Hyderabad, Vedakumar has been an active campaigner when it comes to environment and heritage issues

Capturing the essence of ancient India, Moolagundam Art Gallery is a treasure trove of rare works

Young entrepreneurs Harish and Gayathri’s BeyondInks show artists that alchohol inks are worth a shot for some happy inking!

The new bunch of independent female producers has set out to break the path with their meticulous planning and execution

Clarity of thought and simplicity of language mark the poetry of Bano Tahira Sayeed who could give shape to her thoughts and feelings in Urdu, Persian and English with equal ease

With his trademark smile and mannerisms, Rajesh Khanna has stolen many hearts in the 70s

The eagerly-awaited Sunday markets across different pockets in the city lure Hyderabadis with their offerings

Acharya Venu is the first Indian to win the best cinematographer award at the Shanghai Film Festival

Known for adhering to tradition and choosing rare kritis and ragas in her concerts, Mridula Aswin wants to bring together her passion for music and Sanskrit