Sanvi Choudhary, Author at Media India Group

Polo Forest: Where Gujarat’s wilderness meets forgotten heritage

April 22, 2026

Polo Forest, located in the foothills of the Aravalli Mountains in northern Gujarat, is a tranquil blend of dense forests, flowing rivers and the ruins of centuries-old temples. Hidden within its landscape are the ruins of a once thriving village, now quietly reclaimed by nature,...

Return of re-release economy in Indian cinema

April 13, 2026

Indian cinema might be in the middle of one of its most intriguing box-office moments in years not because of a steady flow of new blockbusters, but because older films are finding renewed life on the big screen. In an era dominated by streaming platforms and unpredictable theatr...

Theemithi: Walking through fire in devotion and faith

April 10, 2026

Theemithi, observed each year between March and April across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh during temple festivals and village celebrations, unites communities such as the Vanniyars, Nadars, Kshatriyas and other local village groups devoted to Draupadi and regional god...

Mechuka: A secluded Himalayan valley shaped by Tibetan-Buddhist traditions

April 8, 2026

Tucked away in the far reaches of Arunachal Pradesh, Mechuka is a remote valley where rivers, forests and Tibetan-Buddhist traditions shape daily life. From hilltop monasteries to bamboo bridges and quiet riverbanks, visitors find an understated Himalayan experience. Here, slow t...

Need to ground India’s ambitions as global education hub in reality

March 29, 2026

Almost ever since the independence, Pune, a big city near Mumbai, has been known as the education hub of India as it houses some of the most unique and avant-garde colleges as well as centres of research, like the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, the Inter-University...

Theyyam: Kerala’s human-deities come alive

March 26, 2026

Theyyam, celebrated each year between October and April in the temple groves and ancestral courtyards of northern Kerala, draws communities together for rituals marked by music, dance and intense spiritual devotion. Though rooted in ancient tribal belief systems and local traditi...

Diu: A calm island escape shaped by history and coastal rhythms

March 22, 2026

Diu is a compact, lived-in island where the sea and colonial legacy shape daily life. From the imposing Diu Fort to relaxed stretches like Nagoa Beach, visitors find an understated seaside experience. Here, slow travel like cycling along coastal roads, exploring forts, strolling ...

Chapchar Kut: Spring festival of community and culture in Mizoram

March 18, 2026

Chapchar Kut is celebrated across Mizoram, drawing people from towns and villages to processions, dances, music and cultural programmes. Though its roots lie in the everyday life of jhum cultivators, it has evolved into a state-wide cultural celebration that brings together Mizos...

Hanle: India’s high-altitude stargazing frontier

March 13, 2026

While the skies in most of India remain covered with dust and city lights, there are a handful of places that offer amazing dark sky experiences, tailor made for star gazing. Situated in the remote southeastern part of Ladakh is Hanle, a tiny village where daily life unfolds agai...

Delhi Tulip Festival brightens up diplomatic enclave, attracts visitors

February 28, 2026

Shanti Path in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi is bright with spring colours as rows of tulips, bloom across its lawns and central stretches from February 23-March 10. Which changes the usually calm diplomatic road into a lively and attractive space. The annual display has drawn many res...

Chandubi Lake: Assam’s quiet natural wonder

February 20, 2026

For travellers eager to discover places off the usual tourist trail, Chandubi Lake in Assam stands out as a destination of geological, ecological and cultural interest. Situated about 60 km south of Guwahati, Chandubi is not just a scenic body of water, it is a living landscape s...

Amini Island: A quiet coral haven shaped by sea and tradition

February 13, 2026

Amini Island is a small, lived-in coral island in Lakshadweep where quiet lagoons, traditional crafts and everyday village life define the experience, offering travellers an understated escape shaped by the sea, close-knit community and long-held maritime culture rather than reso...