Sunday, April 29, 2012

Cat Moods

Ever wondered how animals express their reactions?  Whatever we humans 'feel' reflects on our face and if you look carefully animals also have their own facial reactions. Here you will see the cat of our society chilling on a car roof. See her expressions and you will understand what I am talking about. 







Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Kusti

Indian Traditional Wrestling or 'Kusti' is not only a sport but also a semi-lifestyle in itself. The wrestlers known as 'Malla' live and train together in schools known as 'akhara'. The other popular name to kusti is thus 'Malla-Yuddha'. The Malla's follow a strict training regime. They are not allowed to drink, smoke and even restrain themselves from carnic pleasures in order to live a pure life. 
The wrestling arena is a clay or dirt pit which is mixed with 'ghee' and other things. The wrestling takes place under strict rules and a panel of judges awards the win. 
Although popular in some parts of the country, Kusti is a dying sport in India and every possible help should be provided to revive this ancient sport of the country.

Following are some collection of photographs taken during a recent competition in Pune.