No family, no friends, no job: Yet, I moved to Goa
Moving to Goa was a blind leap of faith, writes our columnist, outlining the reasons and how she went about shifting base to Goa for good.
Tippling Point | The intriguing legend of Devil's Cask whisky
The Devil's Cask whisky is a devilishly delicious dram that has matured for 10 years in the finest of sherry casks.
A leadership skill that I saw in a thief
Courage and fear co-exist and managing the balance between the two is the key to our success.
The biggest lesson in acting is listening, says RejctX actor Anisha Victor
Though she is now a familiar face for web series RejctX viewers, Anisha Victor has had her fair share of challenges in the film industry. She shares her journey and lessons learnt.
Book Review: ‘The Brass Notebook’ by Feminist Economist Devaki Jain
‘The Brass Notebook’ is the no-holds-barred intimate and political memoir of feminist economist and academician Devaki Jain.
10 completely off-limits places on earth
COVID-19 or not, here are 10 places that you could not have visited even on a happy day.
For adults only: What it means to turn 21 in 2021
We spoke to six 20-year-olds to find out what kind of year they have had and what expectations they have for 2021 as they turn 21.
100 years of Hercule Poirot | A look at queen of crime fiction Agatha Christie's works and their timeless appeal
Unlike any of her contemporaries, Agatha Christie wrote her novels as literature. Writing in a very distinct voice, she was clear about who Poirot was and what his skills were. Along with Miss Marple, Poirot was among her best literary creations.
Art returns to the walls, galleries not just yet
The first art exhibition since the pandemic captures the silent existence of architectural landmarks in Delhi and Italian cities during lockdown
Please pay your complete attention to attention
Attention is not merely staying focused on the task at hand but is also how to process other information in the brain.
The enormous value of note-taking in being successful
Taking notes makes a remarkable difference when you make it a part of your learning ladder. It helps retain knowledge better, which further helps the mind to build interconnected mental maps or models.
Why do writers like Bill Bryson and others stop writing?
Some novelists feel that they’ve simply run out of things to say.
Age is just a number
Age cannot be the defining feature of anyone’s identity; we are who we are whatever our age. I have seen evil toddlers and I have seen angelic octogenarians. Being really young or at death’s door doesn’t render anyone precious or saintly.
What’s with golf and US presidents?
Jack Nicklaus’ recent endorsement of Donald Trump further illustrates the bond between the greens and the White House.
Aadyam: Corporate-driven theatre initiative battles Covid to keep the archlights on
The Aditya Birla Group's push for world-class productions and large audiences for Indian theatre takes a digital turn in Season Six.
Pricking the bubble of online advertising
As Google faces heat for abusing its dominant position in online advertising, Tim Hwang’s Subprime Attention Crisis takes a closer and a dim view of the ‘money machine’ that has fuelled the rise of tech giants.
Against all odds: Maradona, the greatest footballer of all time, turns 60
Three decades after his peak, Maradona’s footballing wizardry and larger than life personality remain unmatched.
Book review: Isher Judge Ahluwalia’s memoir throws light on economic policymaking, gender discrimination at work
Writing this memoir helped Isher Judge Ahluwalia revisit each phase of her life and reflect on how all the pieces came together. It is moving to read about the determination and resourcefulness it took to cultivate her intellectual gifts.
Risks and decisions—you need to know these lessons
The ‘risk hai toh ishq hai’ line from the web series Scam 1992-The Harshad Mehta is a reminder—of the power of timely decisions, alertness towards our availability bias and our circle of competence.
Real estate guide: How to buy an apartment this festival season
The festival season is here and the housing industry is going all out to attract demand, here is a checklist that can help in making the right decision.
Pope and passion
Pope Francis’s recent statement in support of the gay community is a step in the right direction for all of humanity, gay or not.
From Malabar with love: Endearing portraits of human spirit of 'Sudani From Nigeria' director Zakariya Mohammed
Zakariya Mohammed’s Halal Love Story, released on Amazon on October 15, tells the story of Malabar's home-cinema movement that started nearly two decades ago.
The Aligned Mind | Ajay Piramal’s faith in balance
We’re all bound to hit turbulence sometime or the other, says philanthropist and chairperson of the Piramal Group of Industries, Ajay Piramal. Here’s how to stay balanced in the midst of turmoil.
Two Delhi women are driving the message of fat acceptance one podcast at a time
Fat.So? is back with the second season and it will discuss the mental and emotional struggles of living in a fatphobic world on alternate Sundays.
