Musk’s Mind and Mayhem

Musk’s Mind and Mayhem

A Washington Post reporter, Faiz Siddiqui’s portrait of Musk lists the world’s richest man’s misdemeanours. This fable begins with his initial attempt to rescue the boys stuck inside a cave…
A tribe of her own

A tribe of her own

After a decade of wowing Indian fashion with her handwoven linen saris, designer Anavila Misra decided it was time to expand her horizon. Her debut home furnishings line comes from…
An old city in the new world

An old city in the new world

As one moves deeper into the heart of the city, the architectural masterpiece and decaying grandeur of ornately decorated brick buildings invites admiration. Don’t miss the many metal sculptures generously…
Into the mystical world of Kullu

Into the mystical world of Kullu

Renowned filmmaker and artist Anu Malhotra’s work bears testimony to her abiding interest in India’s indigenous cultures and unexplored territories of knowledge and living traditions. She was the first to…
Statement of purpose

Statement of purpose

A collection where every piece is unique, from a gorgeous, oversized glass vase to a ceramic form with soft glazes and quiet texture—the Faaya Focus ceramics collection is what a…
A peruvian bull run

A peruvian bull run

The little bull has many stylised features that have their own symbolisms. For instance, the wide open eyes signify that one must always stay alert and be aware of not…
Why adolescent health is at risk

Why adolescent health is at risk

Many teens face stress from lost education, fewer social interactions, and a more difficult world to live in.Why Is increased cases of obesity among adolescents:Junk food and sugary drinks are…
A friendship beyond death

A friendship beyond death

Shortlisted for the International Booker Prize 2025, Anne Serre’s A Leopard-Skin Hat, translated from the French by Mark Hutchinson, is a poignant story of love, loss and memory. Told in…
The Perfect Skin Companion

The Perfect Skin Companion

Summer is here. But that doesn’t mean moisturising can take a backseat. The trick is to find the right product that won’t sit heavy on the skin, yet provide the…
Getaways that give back

Getaways that give back

With its vast biodiversity, India is uniquely positioned to lead this change. From the icy peaks of the Himalayas to the coral-fringed shores of the Andamans, the country’s beauty is…
Marwar meets the world

Marwar meets the world

Perched against the backdrop of the Aravalli range, Taraksh—Sanskrit for ‘starry-eyed’—stands as the culinary home of Sayaji Udaipur resort. The restaurant pays homage to Rajasthan’s rich artisanal legacy. With over…
Aboard the Swedish Titanic

Aboard the Swedish Titanic

In the heart of Stockholm, where maritime history echoes through wooden beams and centuries-old nautical tales, the Vasamuseet, stands as a tribute to royal ambition and maritime engineering. Housing the…
Eye Catching

Eye Catching

If you love experimenting with your Friday night party makeup, the Duo Chrome Eye Pencil won’t disappoint you. It comes in six wacky colours which include gold, champagne, copper, emerald…
Crystal Clear

Crystal Clear

Back in the 1860s, the Maharajas represented Indian swish, and the ultimate in OTT luxury: think the Cartier bejewelled pet tortoise of the Maharani of Pudukottai. When it came to…
Good things in small packages

Good things in small packages

Owning a house remains a cherished dream for many. Some already have a detailed blueprint in mind — aesthetics, spacious rooms, a generous backyard. Some equate home ownership with status,…
everything you need to know

everything you need to know

Photography enthusiasts can look forward to the OnePlus 13s’ impressive camera setup, featuring a 50MP primary rear camera with autofocus and optical image stabilisation (OIS), for excellent zoom capabilities. The…
Human being to being human

Human being to being human

Are we following the above divine injunction of our creator and benefactor, the omniscient Ishwar? Actually, we all are on a long journey of spiritual development and perfection, which culminates…
The mystique of the masons

The mystique of the masons

A brooding, stone-clad structure looms tall along North Broad Street in downtown Philadelphia. The Masonic Temple or the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, it possesses a stately appearance with an arched…
A peek inside pistachio shells

A peek inside pistachio shells

Making and productionIn 2022, the US emerged as the world’s largest pistachio producer with nearly 4,00,070 metric tonnes, majorly from California, followed by Iran (2,41,669 metric tonnes) and Turkey (2,39,289…
Stories etched in stone

Stories etched in stone

Between the 6th and 3rd centuries BC, the capital city of Dadan rose to great power in northern Arabia. Reason: the burgeoning trade of frankincense from southern Arabia to Egypt…
Why do we get hurt?

Why do we get hurt?

Once, a visitor scolded the Buddha, but the Buddha remained calm and finally asked him, "Have you finished? I have to go now because people in the next village are…
The Global India Story

The Global India Story

Evolving landscapeAbu Jani and Sandeep Khosla recall how there were no design schools, fashion journalism, PR or social media in the initial days. “Your clothes had to do the selling.…
Never go uninvited

Never go uninvited

From the Skanda Purana comes a lesson about not going to a gathering if not invited by the host. Sati was Lord Shiva’s wife. Her father, Daksha, did not like…
AI enabled screening in India

AI enabled screening in India

He further emphasised the growing need for intervention in rural regions; “The rising incidence of diabetes in rural areas necessitates increased awareness and robust screening efforts.”While several AI-based retinal screening…
Savour the seaside

Savour the seaside

Perched above the golden sands of Anjuna Beach, Jolene By The Sea is more than a destination—it’s a feeling, an ode to indulgence and aesthetic living. Co-founded by Amrita Arora…
Westwood’s East side story

Westwood’s East side story

It’s been a history of influence that the queen of punk couture—Vivienne Westwood—wielded over the fashion world till her death in 2022. She used hard-core graphics, inner wear as outerwear,…
A language of the soul

A language of the soul

There is no limit to creativity, and so it is for ace couturier Suneet Varma. A natural extension for the renowned fashion designer’s creative vision is jewellery. He recently launched…
The silent epidemic striking our youth

The silent epidemic striking our youth

Prevention strategiesPreventing young-onset diabetes requires a holistic approach. Mindful eating:Dietary management should focus on mindful eating — being fully present during meals, paying attention to portion sizes, and making conscious food…
The power of giving

The power of giving

When a hungry man is fed and is satisfied, in that feeling of satisfaction, the universal being that has been manifested in the form of hunger is satisfied. When an…
Footsteps in a tale of two Cities

Footsteps in a tale of two Cities

Many Dickens-focused walking tours also take in Seven Dials, then a slum of “dirty men, filthy women, squalid children … reeking pipes … depressed dogs”. His books reveal empathy for…
Young Woman and the Sea

Young Woman and the Sea

Call her Lady Sindbad and she would laugh. Because Amrutha Jayachandran has an unending affair with the sea. When the 28-year-old sailor married her boyfriend Sreenath four years ago, little…
A wholesyum carrot treat

A wholesyum carrot treat

Some food historians credit the Dutch for introducing the orange variant. Later, with colonisation, the British made it popular in various parts of the world. India has records of the…
Tuberculosis and the role of Ayurveda

Tuberculosis and the role of Ayurveda

How to identify RajyakshmaThe symptoms include weakness of digestive fire, excessive salivation, sweet taste in mouth, general weakness. As the disease progresses, symptoms like dyspnea, breathing difficulty, change in voice,…
From a daughter’s diary

From a daughter’s diary

The mighty Ganga meets the Brahmaputra as the Padma in Bangladesh. It is the delta of this river that forms most of Bangladesh’s fertile plains and travels slowly down to…
Chakka Alias Jackie!

Chakka Alias Jackie!

Fruits with powerful fragrances have a unique way of connecting with our brains, evoking memories and sensations. Even sans their physical presence, the thought of their fragrance or the texture…
Duty above all

Duty above all

When Yudhishthira was the King of Indraprastha, Devrishi Narada once visited the Pandavas. He narrated the tale of two asura brothers, Sunda and Upasunda, who were inseparable and shared the…
Punjabi heaven

Punjabi heaven

Comforted by an old-school charm, Ikk Panjab serenades you with rustic dishes of yore. This is not a place if you are looking for chicken tangdi and butter chicken (though…
Finding Gulzar in five verses

Finding Gulzar in five verses

Wo jo shayar tha/The PoetGulzar has addressed the themes of poetry—a poet’s agony and death—time and again. None better than the one where he speaks of a poet who dealt…
Looking for Home in a Song

Looking for Home in a Song

With no formal training, Yawar’s love for music came from his grandfather, who practiced at home. “I never went to a training school. I remember taking guitar lessons for barely…
Reign of the rockstars

Reign of the rockstars

The imagery of boulders is often associated with ruggedness. However, for Keerthi Tummala, founder of design house Sage Living, it evokes a sense of raw, untamed strength. She has attempted…
The medicine of love

The medicine of love

It is natural for us to feel sympathy when we see someone in a wheelchair. A person who cannot control his mind is likewise disabled. The only thing is, his…
The Sounds and Scents of Salalah

The Sounds and Scents of Salalah

The thrill peaks further at Al Mughsail Beach, with its famed and ancient blowholes created by centuries of erosion on limestone rocks periodically erupting with electrifying roars, sending seawater skywards.An…
Tell it to the birds

Tell it to the birds

Spot the common pochard, black kite, white-throated kingfisher, and other waterbirds. Or, take a leisurely walk or cycle along the banks.For those craving solitude, Badi Lake offers a serene escape.…
The AI has It

The AI has It

Daredevilry in dining marks a dramatic upswing in experientials, wooing savvy travellers through a stunning mix of 3D dining and AI-powered specials. Forget molecular gastronomy, zany dining experiences are winning…
Coast to coast

Coast to coast

Shape defines living spaces as a style statement. Sculpted Shores, is a new collection of handcrafted ceramic wall art pieces by Clayola, the well-known handmade ceramic brand created by interior…
How to tackle Irritable Bowel Syndrome

How to tackle Irritable Bowel Syndrome

KOCHI: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common yet often misunderstood digestive disorder that affects millions.Characterised by symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain, excessive gas, diarrhoea, and constipation, IBS can…
Why you need to take care

Why you need to take care

The World Health Organization’s Ultraviolet Index is divided into five categories:0–2: Low (green)3–5: Moderate (yellow)6–7: High (orange)8–10: Very High (red)11+: Extreme (violet)On Monday, Kottarakkara (Kollam) and Munnar (Idukki) recorded worrying…
The ancient and the contemporary

The ancient and the contemporary

Today, with the world more interconnected than ever, products must not only meet high standards of quality but also tell compelling stories that resonate universally. Product designer Gunjan Gupta believes…
The Many Exiles of the Lord

The Many Exiles of the Lord

As the narratives of Gopana Leela began to open up, the IPCA decided to explore the possibility of presenting all the stories on one platform through visual art. A group…
Smelling like a Million Bucks

Smelling like a Million Bucks

Who doesn’t love a good fragrance? Crafted with an exquisite blend of ingredients, Moonkissed Drama Eau De Parfum is the perfect buy. It weaves together enchanting notes of lush white…
Smelling like a Million Bucks

Smelling like a Million Bucks

Who doesn’t love a good fragrance? Crafted with an exquisite blend of ingredients, Moonkissed Drama Eau De Parfum is the perfect buy. It weaves together enchanting notes of lush white…
Not Just Vindaloo by the Bay

Not Just Vindaloo by the Bay

Vibrant, like the setting sun, speckled with mustard seeds and fragrant with the aroma of coconut, the ambadyache sasav/ross is a revelation, a sweet and sour mixture of coconut, hog…
Going beyond the binary

Going beyond the binary

Against a bright yellow background and enclosed within a blue circle, two hands come together in that signature clap—palms meeting perpendicular to each other with fingers spread out; you can…
Iron maidens of Kerala

Iron maidens of Kerala

‘...I will kick them’Miss Trivandrum Physique 2020, Miss Kerala Physique (for three consecutive years since 2020), and Miss India Fitness 2023 — Anju S, 28, has achieved impressive milestones through…
Saying It with Silver

Saying It with Silver

There is another recent collaboration which Saha-Chawla is extremely excited about, which was also displayed at India Design. She, along with architect and designer Rooshad Shroff, has reimagined a chessboard…
Sense and Sophistication

Sense and Sophistication

Fourteen years after Sussanne Khan launched The Charcoal Project (TCP) in Mumbai, the founder, and interior designer has opened her store’s first outpost in South India, in Hyderabad. In a…
Getting under your skin

Getting under your skin

Zoya, a Kolkata-based banker, was troubled with fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin texture. Looking good in the corporate world is an important part of success. The 42-year-old tried Botox,…
Through a Prism of Prejudice

Through a Prism of Prejudice

Interestingly enough, despite stressing that ‘…while Puranic culture grew into a vast ocean, it is important to remember that the Brahmanical stream, no matter how big and forceful, still [represented]…
Savouring the Spanish Delight

Savouring the Spanish Delight

Goa is vibrant all year round and so is the culinary scene there. The ever-happening city welcomes a new gem with Nora’s Cantina. It is the signature restaurant at the…
Olive It or Not

Olive It or Not

Making olive oil is difficult, one has to put their nose to the grindstone. Traditional farmers take a long pole to shake the tree and collect the fallen olives in…
Skincare is Self-care

Skincare is Self-care

Hydrating your skin goes beyond just slapping on some moisturiser; it’s a comprehensive approach that combines external skincare with internal nourishment. Whether you’re 16 or 60, staying hydrated is the…
Product Review – Hair, now

Product Review – Hair, now

Everyone deserves a good hair day, every day. I recently tried the Scalp+Hair Therapy Density Boost range from Dove, and it ticked all of the right boxes for me—clean, lustrous…
Absolutely Smashing!

Absolutely Smashing!

Once considered diner staples, burgers are now canvases for global reinvention, with chefs tapping into childhood memories and fast-food nostalgia. The smash burger’s renaissance is a story of creativity meeting…