A traditional Kanjivaram saree is rarely seen as a contemporary art canvas. But according to publicly available exhibition material and artist accounts, Delhi-based contemporary artist Abhay Sehgal was invited to create a site-specific work for the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco. Museums are seen as places where history is carefully preserved. Yet the most…
Whether it’s applying a kala tika to a newborn, tying a lemon and green chillies to a new vehicle, or quietly celebrating a personal achievement, many people follow traditions they believe help protect them from nazar. Across India and in many other cultures, these practices have been passed down through generations and continue to be…
Situated within the historic Alfred Park (Chandra Shekhar Azad Park), Allahabad Public Library is one of northern India’s oldest public libraries. Its impressive Gothic architecture and extensive collection of books, newspapers and government publications make it a significant cultural landmark of India. These ancient libraries not only preserved but kept intact the literary and intellectual…
For many working professionals, payday comes with a familiar question: Where did all the money go? Between rent, groceries, travel, bills, and everyday spending, monthly expenses can pile up faster than expected. That is exactly what one Bengaluru-based corporate employee realized after she sat down to calculate her budget.Sharing the breakdown on Instagram, Vaasavi Pasupulati…
Vedant and Aditi (Image Credit: Instagram/ @anujmohanty) A story shared by content creator Anuj Mohanty on his social media series The State Startup Stories has brought attention to a Gujarat-based startup that aims to build homes without using cement. In the video, Mohanty shares the journey of founders Vedant and Aditi, and highlights how their…
Most people probably think that birds know when the storm is coming well in advance of humans. Indeed, frantically feeding, disappearing behind dense vegetation and performing other unusual activities, many bird species try to protect themselves from harsh weather long before the arrival of a storm. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), scientists have…
When your child says “I can’t do it,” avoid saying “You can”; Psychologist explains what to say instead No parent wants to see their child struggle. Be it difficult homework or be it a bicycle learning attempt, most parents instinctively jump in with words of encouragement. The moment a child says “I can’t do it,”…
Protein: About 40-45g Cook 150g lean chicken mince with onions, tomatoes, peas, ginger, garlic and traditional Indian spices until thick and fragrant. Serve with two whole wheat rotis and a bowl of cucumber raita. It is a comforting dinner that is rich in protein and ideal for busy weeknights. A high-protein dinner does not have…
While Anshula embraced colour, Rohan chose understated elegance. He wore a champagne-beige sherwani with delicate metallic weaving that shimmered subtly as he moved. An ivory churidar and satin stole completed the look. His champagne silk safa featured a kundan sarpech finished with emerald drops—a thoughtful nod to Anshula’s jewellery. Together, they looked coordinated rather than…
Photo: @iit_wale_prabhu/ Instagram For years, the debate around spirituality and academics has often been framed as a trade-off, where choosing one meant sacrificing time and focus for the other.But, is it even true, and does one really have to choose between one, or is it just a perspective of looking at thingsNow, this idea is…
A viral Facebook reel from a relationship coach is causing a heated debate as it touches upon a very delicate matter, how to deal with husbands who put their mother’s interests before those of their wives. According to the coach, such behavior is usually caused by emotional conditioning and family patterns rather than lack of…
Riddles have been one of the favorite leisure activities of people who like to exercise their logic and observation. Puzzles may be shared among friends, used in classrooms, and discussed online via social media. Recently, one specific brain teaser attracted many people’s attention. Although the question sounds very simple, its answer is based on playing…
