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  • Vasuben lived life on her own terms

    Just about a year ago, I was sitting by the side of Vasuben (1924-2020) at a literary event. From top to toe, a young lady wouldn’t have looked much smarter. The white skin, though wrinkled, still glowed. The spare figure…

  • A publisher rejected publication of Fr Vales’ first book

    The fond name Father Vales (1925 -2020), not the distant and formal Carlos G Vales, evokes many human qualities Gujarat has traditionally, at least since Narsinh Mehta‘s time, respected and loved. Judging by his chosen simple life and humble ways,…

  • Gujarati author Kundanika Kapadia passes away

    Sahitya Akademi award-winning Gujarati author Kundanika Kapadia, the author of Saat Pagla Aakashma – a seminal work on the theme of feminism in Gujarati died on April 30 at her residence in Nandigram in Gujarat. Here is a tribute to…

  • In Rishi Kapoor Hindi Cinema loses an icon of romance

    Rishi Kapoor, one of the most popular slot pulsa tanpa potongan of Indonesia cinema, dies after a two-year-long battle with leukemia at the age of 67.  Indian Film Industry is saddened, in two days it has lost two popular actors.…

  • Creativity during COVID 19: An online campaign to voice children’s creativity

    To overcome the overwhelming despair all around, #GujaratChildrenCreates – an online campaign is launched to engage and encourage children to creatively express themselves with painting, doodle, photograph or a short film. https://kiaceramics.com/slot-bonus-new-member/ Owing to the great pandemic, schools and other…

  • Top Museums of the world offer virtual tours for free

    Visit the enchanting lobbies of The Louvre  and view the amazing architecture of Museu Picasso from your house. Top Museums and Galleries offer virtual tours for free. The pandemic has one again proved, the significance of culture, people invariably turn…

  • Gene Deitch the creator of Tom & Jerry and Popeye dies at 95

    Source: trends.gulte.com Gene Deitch died on last Thursday night at his apartment in Prague, at the age of 95. This incredible illustrator, animator, filmmaker and producer gave us jewels like Tom & Jerry and Popeye that have entertained kids throughout…

  • Kalaprayati: Artists & Art Patrons Unite Against Coronavirus

    Kalaprayati brings artists and patrons together and through the medium  of art it creates a platform that facilitates contribution towards the PM-CARES fund You can collect a beautiful piece of art, contribute towards the ongoing fight against corona and encourage…

  • Theatres go LIVE, as The Show Must Go On

    Renowned theatre companies around the globe are streaming their productions free on youtube, to entertain fans during the time of Corona pandemic. Know more about it here. At this point in time, nearly half of world’s population is locked inside…

  • Shakespeare’s Globe gifts Hamlet

    Theatre persons and theatre lovers across the world would welcome Globe’s gesture of streaming free on You Tube arguably the most loved one of Shakespeare’s tragedies Hamlet till 19th, followed by five more of his plays. The production springs many…

  • What Ahmedabad’s art world is doing in solitude

      ‘I could be bounded in a nutshell,’ Shakespeare’s Hamlet, a young man of uncommon sensibility, says, ‘and count myself a king of infinite space.’ The current lockdown with the need for social distancing provides us an opportunity to see…

  • ICCR announces a world wide art competition – United Against Corona

    Source: connectedtoindia.com With a focus on building cultural links with countries around the world and giving a platform for billions to express their emotions towards the COVID-19 pandemic, Indian Council for Cultural Relations has launched a worldwide art competition. Learn…

  • While under lock down, Apne Creative Keede ko Jagao!

    Amidst the complete lockdown owing to COVID 19 outbreak, are you looking for an exciting project to churn your creative juices? Brand Klub Ahmedabad is here with their new campaign, titled ‘Apne Andar ke Creative Keede ko Jagao’. To know…

  • Asterix co-creator Albert Uderzo bids adieu at the age of 92

    source : smithsonianmag.com The co-creator of  Asterix – one of the best-loved characters in French popular culture, Albert Uderzo passed away in  Neuilly, France at the age of 92. Learn about his life and the creation of an iconic comic.…

  • Watch out for this 10 web series on streaming platforms

      By the time this gets published nearly 140 countries around the world are infected by the novel corona virus. With many countries in lock down, and many others issuing mandatory isolation for their citizens, people are looking towards the…

  • Creativity in the times of Corona

    source: Twitter.com and reddit.com The deadly Corona Virus has hit the world hard; self-awareness being key to the fight against the pandemic, various individuals and organisations are doing their bit to spread awareness messages around. A few creative souls have…

  • Kultura: MICA’s Flagship Literature and Music Festival

    Presenting their third edition of Kultura on 22nd February, MICA will turn into a haven for music and literature lovers. With exciting workshops and activities revolving around the two domains, Kultura 2020 is the place to be this weekend. Established…

  • 18th Annual Motif TTEC Charity Walk : Promoting hope and health

      Entering its 18th year, Motif TTEC India Charity Walk is back to bring thousands of Amdavadis on the road and march towards attaining a compassionate community and healthier lifestyle.  What started as a benevolent act to make a valuable…

  • Explore Ahmedabad’s untapped talent at Abhivyakti Edition 3

    The platform that let’s Ahmedabad discover it’s creative talent -Abhivyakti City Arts Project is set to begin its third edition. With its third edition, Abhivyakti establishes its position as a facilitator for original, fresh and experimental ideas of arts and…

  • Chitra Bharati Film Festival’s 3rd edition to open in Ahmedabad

    With an objective to promote patriotism and national values among the younger generations, Bharatiya Chitra Sadhana is set to host their 3rd film festival in Ahmedabad. Read the article to know more. Source: koimoi.com With a motive to promote patriotism…

  • Sneak peek into Jaipur Literature Festival 2020

    Source: festevemantra.com Every literature enthusiast has heard the name ‘Jaipur Literature Festival’. Here’s a quick look at what to expect this year. A wonderland for those who seek intellectual exploration, Jaipur Literature Festival is definitely one of the greatest literature…

  • The Impression of A Modernist: An Obituary to Akbar Padamsee

    Source: indianexpress.com One of the pioneers of Indian modern art, Akbar Padamsee passed away at the age of 91.We remember his contributions to art.   “Art is always undergoing change. It is the artist’s prerogative to embrace change.” — Akbar…

  • Kankaria Carnival 2019

    Source: kankarialakefront.in At any given day, Kankaria Lake is an apt destination for a light outing, be it a picnic or just Saturday night jaunt. Being the second largest lake in the city, you can find a plethora of exciting…

  • Ultimate Pop Show: Merging a social concern with entertainment !

    Famous music festivals like Coachella and Burning Man are known for their eco-friendly and sustainable practices, the Ultimate Pop Show featuring Badshah, merges the Swachhta campaign with entertainment generates wide spread awareness, both for their show as well as the…

  • ‘Raw Collaborative’ brings together designers from across the nation

    Congregating designers from all around the nation, Raw Collaborative’s 3rd edition has brought vibrance to the Mill Owner’s Association Building. From intuitive product displays to minimalistic furniture, this amazing exhibition has it all. Adding a whole new dimension to the…

  • Nita Ambani becomes the first Indian Trustee of The Met

    Source: scroll.in Nita Ambani was elected as an Honorary Trustee of the Metropolitan Museum of Art on November 13th. In the 150th year of the Met, she became the first Indian to join the board, paving way for Indian arts…

  • Ahmedabad hosts its first Comic Con in 2020

    Source: comicconindia.com Comic Con India is organizing Ahmedabad’s first-ever Comic Con, a celebration of fantasy and pop-culture. Read on to know all about it! Every comic, anime, superhero, gaming or pop-culture geek has dreamt of going to the comic con,…

  • Utpal Bhayani’s early exit

    The festive mood received a jolt in the extended family of theatre persons and theatre lovers, particularly of Mumbai, the other day.  According to modern standards and expectations, sixty-six is not the right and ripe age to suddenly exit. Utpal…

  • ‘Inktober’: A challenge to hone the artist within you

    Like any other artist trying to improve his or her sketching skills, Jake Parker started a challenge called ‘Inktober’ which has turned into a worldwide phenomenon. We give you a peek into how Inktober came to be, along with some…

  • Ushering the Nobles – Nobel Laureates for Literature & Peace 2019

    The Nobel Prize committee announced the winners of the peace and literature prize on October 10th and 11th respectively. Here’s a quick look to celebrate their works and look at their accomplishments. Source: nobelprize.org October 7th marked the commencement of…

  • Now in its 7th year ReDi continues its discourse on being responsibly digital

    Experts, academicians and practitioners shall gather at the ReDi Digital Dialogue 2019 on World Social Media Day, June 30, 2019, to talk on important topics like “Parenting in Digital Age”, “Impacting Sports Through Digital Integration” and “Using Digital Media for Governance”.…

  • Dastangoi Proponent and Urdu Storyteller Ankit Chadha Is No More

    30-year-old author, researcher and storyteller Ankit Chadha, who was considered the youngest proponent of the world’s oldest form of Urdu storytelling, ‘Dastangoi’, drowned in a lake near Pune on Wednesday night. With thunderous voice, Ankit Chadha, who is thought to…

  • Gujarat’s ‘Professor of Poetry’ Nirajan Bhagat passes away

      Leading voice of the Gandhian poetry society, veteran poet and professor Niranjan Bhagat breathed his last due to brain stroke on the night of February 1, 2018. Born in a Gujarati family, Niranjan Bhagat has deeply influenced Gujarati Literature over…

  • Veteran Dramatist Nimesh Desai Rests in Peace Now

    Veteran theatre personality, who invested around four decades of his lifetime uplifting the Gujarati drama industry by his immense contribution of more than 104 profound plays, has left for the heavenly abode on the wee hours of tuesday morning, November 14, 2017.…

  • Yogi Adityanath finds a creative way to combat Population Explosion

    On a creative note, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister has stated to distribute Shagun Kits to newlywed couples in the state. The Shagun Kit is a package that includes condoms, oral and emergency contraceptives, Family Planning literature to help couples plan, handkerchief,…

  • Dubai – World’s First City to get its Font

      Image source: www.gulfbusiness.com Dubai city is not entirely sufficient with the world’s tallest building and the biggest shopping centre title and has now collaborated with Microsoft and designed its font and became the world’s first city to do so.…

  • Yogi Adityanath Says No more Jayanti Holidays in Uttar Pradesh

    Creative Yatra the offbeat media space felt intrigued on hearing the news that there will be no more holidays on birth and death anniversary of public leaders in schools and colleges anymore. The new chief minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi…

  • Tarak Mehta the creator of Tarak Mehta Na Ulta Chashma passes away.

    Tarak Mehta a renowned author, humorist, columnist, playwright and the creator of the famous series ‘Duniya Ne Undha Chashma’ has left for the heavenly abode on March 1, 2017. The Padma Shri writer was suffering from old-age ailments and wasn’t…

  • Exploring the Real Siachen with Harshal Pushkarna

    Harshal Pushkarna ‘Aa Che Siachen’ is a brave and insightful Gujarati coverage of the life of Indian soldiers working in Siachen Glacier. The power of journalism has always shaken the world with its force, but this time a civilian has…

  • Cash no Cash, a boon for every Indian

    With the demonetization of 500 and 1000 rupee bills in India and the release of new notes of 500 and 2000 in the economy, people of this nation are struggling in the long lines at ATMs and Banks to renew…

  • The Palanpur Project : A Noble Start

    We all have experienced tons of documentaries till date that describe climate change as a serious issue but still we are insensitive upon acting on it because it is not tangible and visible around us. But if we talk about dump/garbage…

  • A Music Album not for Humans

    Cellist and musician David Teie, a soloist with America’s national symphony orchestra, has created the first ever music album specifically for cats to listen to. So the question is, ‘does it actually work?’ Well as an experiment the cat that…

  • Bridal Makeup Competition at BPA

    When abilities met the specially-abled aspirants, waves of creation met the shores of innovation. Blind People’s Association(BPA), Ahmedabad organised a ‘Bridal Make Up’ competition on Wednesday, September 7, where 7 visually challenged girls, 7 partially challenged girls, 14 deaf and mute…

  • Under new coach Anil Kumble, Team India bonds over music

    New coach Anil Kumble has brought a refreshing and unique team bonding activity for Indian Cricket Team. With the help of acclaimed actor-musician Vasundhara Das’s group ‘Drumjam’, Team India was recently found playing drums in a group. It is believed…

  • Pokemon Go!

    A game made by Niantic Labs and The Pokemon Company known as Pokemon Go, which is supposed to be played literally on the go, through maps. Not released in India yet, this sensational app is topping the App Store’s ‘Top…

  • Golf returns to Olympics at Rio

    The first South American country that is hosting an Olympic, the city won its bid against Tokyo, Chicago and Madrid. Cumulatively around 10,500 athletes from 206 countries will be participating in this 17 days Olympiad, competing across 306 event. And…

  • The art side to Brexit

    The Great Britan has chosen to exit the European Union (EU), which has dropped the pound valuation drastically in compared to the Euro. The art of Great Britain is predicted to sustain due to the emotional bonding of it with European…

  • Why you don’t get to hear Indipop music anymore

    Dr. Palash Sen, lead singer of the band Euphoria comes up and explains, why audience is only able to hear the Bollywood film music and not Indipop anymore. He actually starts the video while saying “I am angry”. He reacts upon…

  • ‘Mohan no Masalo’ all set for Limca Book

    From Porbandar to South Africa Manoj Shah’s ‘Mohan No Masalo’ recalled Gandhiji’s formative crystallizing life experiences in a unique manner. The play is going Mumbai this week and will be performed in 3 different languages on a single day, which…

  • creativeyatra.com launches its Youtube channel

    We are glad to share with our patrons, that we are launching our Youtube  channel. At CY we are committed to serve diverse tastes of varied content consumers; which made us initiate an original video section called #storybytes . We…

  • Muhammad Ali dies, the legend stays..RIP

    The Louisville Lip, Aka Muhammad Ali, one of the best boxers of all time left for the heavenly abode on 3rd June 2016 evening. Ali was suffering from Parkinson’s disease from past 3 decades and was getting treated for respiratory…

  • ‘Time Waterfall’ in Hong Kong

    This years Art Basel featured the massive light installation titled ‘Time Waterfall’ by Japanese Artist Tatsuo Miyajima. The installation was done on the facade of International Commerce Centre, Kowloon Station and it was showcased between March 21 and March 26,…

  • A hospice choir that heals the ills

    A group of 8 old ladies at Massachusetts, who volunteer by singing for the chronically ill people are creating wonders. They believe through music and melodies they can bring optimism within the patient’s suffering. They also believe that music has…

  • Facebook nearby friends, do we really need this feature?

    A new tool of Facebook app installed in IOS and Android phones that has a specific radius in which you will be notified if your friends are nearby or around you. Quiet fascinating! Well it definitely comes with a turn…

  • World’s First World Humanitarian Summit in progress.

    After the Second World War it is the first time that more than 1.5 billion people are in need of human welfare aid from different regions of the world. The United Nations have decided to gather delegates of 135 countries…

  • The Earth has 422 trees per person

    The Global Tree Per-Person ratio suggests that earth has 422 trees per person, which is still less! Did you know that it takes 61 trees to make oxygen for a single person, who breathes on Earth. The current climatic change…


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A children’s book about a boy who feels like a girl. And about a child brought up by grandfathers. These are some of the stories published by Tulika Books, who have been making children’s picture books since 23 years. Little…

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While the Globe is streaming free its second dramatic production Romeo and Juliet, today is 23rd April, the day William Shakespeare (1564-1616) is believed to have been born and died. One would seldom find a more spontaneous and intense expression…

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Did you ever wonder where the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ characters got their names from? Well, your search is complete. Here is a brief introduction of the artists from whom the creators of TMNT took inspiration. Teenage mutant ninja turtles,…

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In this piece 64 year old Dr Yatin Desai, shares with CY his inspiring story of how to scale towering mountains with utmost ease and how this life adventure activity can shape human character and health. Chances are high that…