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Veena Rathi knows the trick to good AQI and she’s here to share it with you. With plants dating back to 1980, here’s how she is building an oasis...
Vandana Mehta struggled to find a healthy snack for her toddler daughter. So, she started Chocolat Corner, which has now broadened its range to millet...
Gardening can be simple with the right hacks. Here are some tips to grow chillies, bitter gourd and mulberries in your terrace garden.
They sparked revolutions whose effects continue to be celebrated across cinema and culture.
From goat rearing to tailoring, these women have brilliant ideas. All they need is an investment for their dreams to scale. Donate Rs 500 or more to...
Rajat Mittal was constantly told that he should colour within the lines and ‘be more boyish’. Today, he is driving a positive narrative through...
Why is it ‘65’? Are there 65 pieces of chicken, or just a more sensible explanation? Here’s exploring the flavoursome tale behind India’s Chicken 65.
You’ve tasted it and relished it. But do you know how the eponymous sambar got its name?
Pulled pork in a thepla? Ice cream in a sandwich? Well, vada pav, move aside because we’ve got some bizarre and delicious foods in Mumbai that are...
The House of Lloyd in Goa lies against a 400-year-old Portuguese bungalow in Candolim. But behind its doors are secrets of masalas and curries that...
Lateef Mohammed has spent his life collecting antiques from around the world. First-edition books, vinyls in perfect condition, and crystals that date...
Chef Garima Arora’s journey is far from ordinary. She traded her pen for a knife, moving from telling stories to creating unforgettable dishes. Her...
Reflecting our cultural heritage, these Indian currency notes are steeped in history. Here’s the story behind their designs.
From playing roles in stage performances to struggling to crack the code of cinema, Jaideep Ahlawat’s journey is proof that great things take great...
Capt Gaurav Gautam and his family have been living on a boat since 2022. Here’s how they do it.
From the Jewish challah to the Italian foccacia, this bakery in Pune gives you a chance to sample bread from across the world.
Pawsitivity has helped 20 lakh dogs across India with reflective collars that help avert road accidents. But thousands of ‘unprotected’ dogs...
Got a weekend to spare and want to make it perfect? Here’s where you can stay, eat, and experience the local culture of Rishikesh.
Choose to indulge yourself or celebrate it with a loved one. Let’s make Chocolate Day memorable by expanding our horizons beyond the usual slab.
Through policy framework shifts, appeals to the court for rare disease funds, and starting a centre in Bengaluru, Prasanna Shirol is ensuring that...
Change does not need to be monumental; sometimes it’s a series of small steps that create a revolution. In this piece, we explore the 10 most...
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the mountains, Glasshouse Celeste, true to its name, opens out to the skies and the valley.
Get a guided tour through the Old Latin Quarter of Goa, cook your own meal, or simply cosy up with a book at a 400-year-old villa.
Project Second Chance is founded on the belief that access to justice is a right that everyone must have, irrespective of their roots and privilege.
Why do people with brown skin have to adjust when it comes to makeup shades? This question compelled Karishma Kewalramani to start FAE Beauty, which...
Faced with uncertainty after losing her job, Divya Tejaswi turned to a unique idea of handcrafted dolls.
Dr Taru Jindal, a Mumbai-based gynaecologist, decided to devote her time to transforming maternal care in the Motihari District Hospital in Bihar....
Nataline Fernandes, the woman behind Ferns’ Pickles, who is said to have pioneered the idea of curry pastes, started from a small store in her home...
Beyond the eponymous til laddoos, there are several fun fusion dishes, with til as their hero. Here we explore their recipes.
You focus on ensuring your kite flies high while we ensure you get your Makar Sankranti delicacies on time.
Ajit Mishra transformed a denuded 20-acre plot in Malshej Ghat into Nehamrit Farms — a thriving agrotourism destination featuring over 1,500...
‘Billy’ Arjan Singh, once a hunter, became a legendary conservationist dedicated to saving India's tigers, transforming Dudhwa into a tiger...
This winter, explore the diverse world of Indian chai beyond the classic ‘adrak wali chai’. From Kerala’s sweet-sour Sulaimani to Bengal’s...
Col Dr Rajinder Singh heads the Akal Drug De-Addiction Centre in Punjab, where he helps youth who struggle with substance abuse and alcoholism...
Spend January in Jaipur, March in Mizoram, and November in Hyderabad! Here’s a festival for every mood and month of 2025.
At the heart of everything we do is the intention to spark change, provoke thought, and create an impact that builds a better world.
What started with experimenting with his father’s camera turned into a passionate career in wildlife photography. Parag Bhatt shares his views on...
Discover winter’s best snacks with recipes from chefs across India, featuring treats like mirchi bajji, kadhi pakoras, and indulgent banoffee pie....
Vaishnavi Anantha just couldn’t bear the endless classes and rote learning in traditional schooling. So she asked her parents to give her three...
Thousands of migrant workers, homeless people, and those abandoned by their families come to the ghats of Varanasi in search of work, shelter, and...
Ensure your family is eating honey that is pure! How? With these four easy tests.
As the year draws to a close, here's your chance to make someone happy. Three simple steps are all it will take for your 'clutter' to become...
Teaching goes beyond equipping children with theoretical concepts. It’s about leaving behind a legacy, Shaheen Mistri, founder of Teach For India,...
Winter in Shimla beckons with snow, cosy retreats, and rich heritage. From staying in an earthquake-resistant homestay to savouring a centuries-old...
From 'maha' to mini to regular-sized samosas, the snack has been reigning Delhi's food scene. Here are seven eateries recommended by chefs, food...
Who does butter chicken better, Delhi or the rest of India? Well, the birthplace of the dish claims its recipe is a well-guarded one. Here are some...
Mercy Rego and her gang of girls from school share cherished memories of their childhood. A few years back when they discovered each other after a...
Exploring India’s forts and palaces offers a captivating journey through history, with each site narrating unique tales of architectural brilliance...
After surviving a near-fatal accident, Sandy Khanda founded the Green Pencil Foundation to tackle education, menstrual hygiene, and climate...
A wood tolerant to extreme temperatures, a paving material made of recycled materials — here’s how urban design is evolving! Let's take a look at...