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Sanchit Khosla, 26, Indie musician, one half of musical duo KhoslaRaghu. Pic/Shadab Khan; Rosemary Fernandes, 31, Part of cover band Rosemary and the Herbs. Pic/Atul Kamble; Zain Calcuttawala, 37, Indie music producer; Avan Roy, 20, Classic rock musician

A long way to the top: How Indian indie musicians are trying to live the dream

And it’s paved with money, money, and more money. Along with talent and hustle, a musician these days needs to have the funds to produce, release, and market music. Love for the craft is the only thing that’s keeping many going

'Being on medication for schizophrenia doesn't mean you have the disorder'

Twisha Sharma’s alleged suicide has split public opinion, but the recent drug abuse allegations made by her mother-in-law, that Sharma was on anti-depressants, reveal the stigma around medication for mental health

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Hemshree Antani (third from left) appreciates her Gen Z’s work ethic, even if it is different from hers. PIC/ATUL KAMBLE

The rise of the Cockroach: India's Gen-Z say they aren't lazy, highlight needs

After Chief Justice Surya Kant’s controversial remark spiralled, the rise of a satirical political party draws millions of followers, while amplifying questions on India’s job crisis

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Garrett is hot, but I choose Dean Winchester instead

I had obsessed over The Summer I Turned Pretty, and so I had to watch Off Campus. I found it utterly distracting, but as a 44-year-old, I am going back to Supernatural

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