Surbhi Kapila
An inquisitive nature along with a penchant for English language made Surbhi explore journalism and mass communication. Fond of public speaking, she takes to the stage every chance she gets. As a host, she’s been on air at All India Radio. Also a performing arts enthusiast, she has studied Indian classical music and is now exploring dance and dramatics. Food and fashion make for her everyday’s little joys and she likes writing about her experiments with them. She finds her muse in nature, architecture, history, science amongst other subjects. She’s intrigued by global businesses and politics and is passionate about environment.
Surbhi Kapila
Five Bollywood films that will compel you to travel
December 28, 2016
Indian movies and exotic destinations have had a long affair. Here are five Bollywood flicks from contemporary times that are travel-inspired and kick audiences off couches, compelling them to go out and explore.
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Delhi metro’s masterstroke of turning waste into art
December 28, 2016
In a bid to reuse the thousands of tonnes of waste that the Indian capital generates on a daily basis, the authorities of Delhi Metro are developing art by using waste and going green.
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World’s largest artist colony on the verge of demolition
December 27, 2016
The world’s largest collective of street performers is being forced to leave their permanent establishment which is also a mark of their identity besides their profession. In a bid to redevelop their colony and thus, their lives, the demolition of the Kathputli colony has begun...
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Guarding the artwork from Kutch
December 27, 2016
This art preservation centre is working towards conserving and propagating artwork from India’s largest district, Kutch. Referred to as Kutchi work, the distinctive thread and mirror work is unique to this part of India but is slowly loosening its ends to other places.
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A road-trip for a rugged escape
December 24, 2016
Set your motors in motion and gear up for this getaway to a heritage style property built in a raw landscape and get ready for a trip of explorations, adventures and star-gazing.
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Fundraiser held in New Delhi for Indian and African wildlife
December 21, 2016
A photography exhibition was recently organised in the Indian capital, showcasing wildlife and landscapes of India and Africa. Organised with an aim to preserve and protect the wildlife of the two countries, the event was a fundraising auction and a celebration of the strengtheni...
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Austrian artist paints cultural hub in Delhi
December 21, 2016
The amphitheatre at one of Delhi’s most popular cultural hub has got a makeover. Austrian artist, Jeremias Altmann has transformed it by spray painting graffiti on its walls. By using paints of various colours, the artist, who usually works with black and white, has illustrate...
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Bandhani, made in Gujarat
December 21, 2016
This textile art has been a part of Gujarati culture since times immemorial and has now come to be synonymous to the fashion associated with this state of India. After spreading its wings across the country and finding place in wardrobes of women from varied cultures and communit...
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Indians now the largest international migrant group
December 19, 2016
With globalisation and technology bridging the gap between diverse ends of the world, more and more people are now migrating, possibly with the idea of self-development. A recent research has shown that Indians are leading the line of international migrants, leaving behind Mexica...
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Chhattisgarh to go Open Defecation Free
December 17, 2016
The forested state of Chhattisgarh in central India has been long deprived of basic cleanliness and hygiene infrastructure, and a lot of its people have been living in homes that do not have toilets. But now, the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan or the Clean India mission is making Chhattis...
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Rann Utsav: A desert festival that will leave you captivated
December 16, 2016
Rann Utsav, an annual cultural festival celebrated in the unique white desert of Gujarat was recently inaugurated by the state's chief minister. The fest promotes the culture and art from India’s largest district and celebrates life at the white expanse here. A unique tourist ...
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Try these five culinary specialties in India
December 12, 2016
The diverse nation that India is, it has different colours and flavours unfurled across its length and breadth. At every border, begins a new story revolving around the elements of history, culture and food. Be a part of this food-story; travel along the Western front of India fr...
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