lifestyle
Glamour is no child’s play
August 2, 2019
The glamorous world of fashion has always fascinated millions. With the advent of technology and exposure to the internet, this fascination is growing, particularly amongst kids.
Read MoreThe holy gathering at the Ardh Kumbh Mela
February 9, 2019
The sea of humanity, saffron flags, millions of pilgrims, the smell of the smoke from the holy fires, people with deep religious and ritualistic belief experiencing the power of devotion which turns the very water into amrit –the holy water of immortality.
Read MoreKanwar Yatra- Saffron-clad Shiva devotees on a spiritual journey
August 10, 2018
With the start of the auspicious month of Shravan, the streets in India are filled up with barefoot, saffron clad Kanwar Yatris carrying a pitcher filled with holy water. The Kanwar Yatra takes place during the Hindu month of Shravan, is usually held in the month of July-A...
Read MoreDe-stressing with a kalari spa
July 26, 2018
Commonly given to those training for the martial art of Kalaripayattu, kalari massage is rarely a service at spa salons; but at this facility in Delhi, the traditional goodness can be experienced along with modern add-ons.
Read MoreDrawing parallels between Indian and French food cultures
June 15, 2018
Indian and French cuisines are not comparable, they are two very distinct cuisines with their own take on food, yet the one thing that ties the two nations together is their love for all things gastronomical. Here is an attempt to create a parallel between the cuisines of the two...
Read MoreSrinagar: From flowing water to flowing flowers
April 2, 2018
India is full of spectacular places and Srinagar cradled in the heart of Kashmir Valley, is one of them. Located in the northern Indian state of Jammu & Kashmir, the city boasts of snow clad mountain peaks, colourful flower gardens, waterfalls, lakes, shrines and monuments.
Read MoreFive healthy breakfast options from South India
February 22, 2018
While a breakfast menu from North India will most likely comprise of stuffed breads glazed in butter, which are served alongside churned milk, the South Indian variety is lighter on the oil and thus more healthy for busy, modern lifestyles.
Read MoreThe nuances that make the City of Joy
January 31, 2018
As we set foot in Kolkata, we realised there was so much to see in the ‘city of joy’; after all, it is not by chance that the city got the moniker, it earned it.
Read MoreFlowers on the menu
January 17, 2018
While these flowers are known for their aesthetics and fragrances, they are also valued for their health benefits and savoury goodness. Cooked, fried, preserved, they are relished in various ways across the country.
Read MorePerfume Culture in Middle-East
October 5, 2017
Dark and woody, some traditional perfumes from Middle-East can be intensely fragrant. With fusions of spices and flowers, the aromas in the air also cater to personal preferences. The way Indians use incense sticks during pujas, Arabs use perfume sticks or incense-like concoction...
Read MoreTheatre in urban India: lifestyle more than art?
September 19, 2017
While the lack-lustre stage theatre scene in India tries to rise from the ashes of mediocrity, the audience and practitioners at major venues throng to showcase lifestyle more than the love for the art.
Read MoreFrench food finds many takers in Kolkata
March 15, 2017
With upcoming festivals and numerous cafés, Kolkata is catering to the growing number of French food lovers in the city.
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