Is it time to rethink the beloved nayikas?
- S. Janaki
The nayika holds a very important place in Indian art; she is the heroine of the story and is an integral part of most presentations in the performing arts.

Is Bengaluru the hub of classical dance?
- Shoba Narayan
In Bengaluru, you can find Kathak, Odissi, Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, and other dance forms, all of which mesh together in this melting pot of a city.

Jayadeva's Genius-I
- Parimal Brahma
Jayadeva (c1170 - c1245 CE), the 12th century legendary Sanskrit poet, has been one of the greatest classical poets and singers of India. Like Kalidasa, his life is also shrouded in mystery and few authentic accounts are available about his life and work.

Jayadeva's Genius-II
- Parimal Brahma
From the historical, archaeological, lithographic and literary evidences and the Odissi dance and music traditions, it is fairly established that Jayadeva belonged to Odisha and was born in a Brahmin family in village Kenduli Sasan (formerly Kendu Bilva) in Prachi valley near the famous temple city of Puri.