Lifestyle

Tokyo’s Coolest Neighborhood? There Isn’t One

Roppongi, Kuramae, Tomigaya, Sangenjaya or Shibuya? Tokyo can’t be reduced to a single trendy suburb: What’s appealing is precisely the incongruity of its locales.

Beauty tips: 7 benefits of pedicures that go beyond pretty toes

Pedicures aren’t just about making your toes look nice. They help your feet stay healthy, ease stress, boost blood flow, and can even spot small problems before they get worse. If your feet have been through a lot lately, it’s time to treat them right.

OPINION | Early diet and nutrients balance can shape lifelong health outcomes

Research shows that diet timing and macronutrient balance impact reproductive health, aging, and disease susceptibility. Findings from a study on fruit flies support the broader evolutionary and health implications

Festive home refresh: 6 bold decor pieces to make your space glow with luxury and charm

If you're looking to amp up your home this festive season, forget over-the-top displays. Focus on a few statement décor pieces—lighting, textiles, and furniture—that speak of warmth, elegance, and timeless celebration. Architect shares some secrets to making every corner feel festive, without the fuss

How to display art beyond hanging it on a wall, and more questions answered at the 2025 Delhi Contemporary Art Week

At Delhi Contemporary Art Week, a look at contextual ways to display the art pieces in your collection, an engagement with the materiality and ideas in contemporary sculpture, and an experience of how art itself can respond to its environment and reference its own source.

Middle class by memory, not by money

We still call ourselves middle class even when we’re not, passing on thrift as virtue, annoying our children with nostalgia, and forgetting that mindful abundance can honour our past better than self-denial ever could

The hidden cost of your lifestyle: Is it draining your savings?

It is simple to underestimate the way your daily decisions—such as ordering takeout, buying upgrades to gadgets, or weekend consumerist splurges—will silently undermine your money health. These innocent-looking habits tend to slip into your life and steadily blow out your monthly budgets unnoticed. Here’s how to identify and fix them.

What science says about yoga, meditation, and the human brain

Yoga and meditation offer science-backed tools to reduce stress, sharpen focus, and foster emotional balance. The essential skills for thriving in today’s fast-paced, distraction-filled world

On International Yoga Day, the world needs to tap into one of India’s greatest contributions

Human life span is increasing on the heels of great advances in medical technology. However, it doesn’t ensure that quality of life is satisfactory. Yoga is now a pillar on which enterprises are ensuring that ageing is not accompanied by undue loss of self-reliance

Longevity expert says the longest-living people eat these 6 foods for breakfast

Dan Buettner practises what he preaches. 'I often start my day with a minestrone stew full of vegetables and beans,' he said.

Kapil Sharma’s Post-Weight Loss Style: Comedian Looks Sharp in Aqua Blue Jacket, Denim

Kapil Sharma was recently papped at the shoot of his upcoming Netflix show, looking sharp in a Valentino jacket paired with a T-shirt and jeans. The actor added luxe accessories like white sneakers and a watch, making it a head-turning appearance.

Trend Alert: Celeb-inspired icy-blue outfits for summer wardrobe upgrade

Celebrities are embracing icy-blue outfits this summer, from elegant sarees and power suits to dreamy gowns and chic minis. Discover how stars like Sushmita Sen, Sara Ali Khan, and Disha Patani are styling this soothing hue to inspire your own wardrobe upgrade with refreshing, statement-making looks in icy blue.

UP lawyer advocates prepping kids to move out of India, sparks debate: 'Fictional caste-based egos'

Abhishek Dwivedi encouraged people to invest in other countries to make the immigration process easier. 'Be ready to be an investor, not an immigrant. Buy a visa, not apply,' he said in response to a comment on X. His post received over a million views.

The cost of hustle culture - why rest is not a weakness

Redefining success through balance, India must move beyond burnout culture, embracing mental wellness, community, and tradition. By valuing rest and resilience, we can foster a thriving, human-centric society rooted in sustainable productivity and wellbeing

What does your beard say about you?

For the first time in over a century, facial hair is seen as a marker of the ruling class

Dry January is least of the alcohol industry’s problems

Brewers and distillers face a triple measure of woes due to demographic shifts, diet drugs and health warnings about alcohol

The Mandala of Organisational Wellness: A blueprint for success

The Mandala of Organisational Wellness offers a framework for measuring organisational health through three key circles: Core metrics (financial health), Cardinal metrics (long-term growth), and Vital metrics (social responsibility). This holistic approach fosters sustainable success and transformation in 2025

Happiness expert reveals how the happiest people spend their weekends: 'Breaking from...'

Cassie Holmes carried out an experiment on 400 working professionals. On analysing their happiness afterwards, she found that those with a vacation mindset showed more satisfaction and positivity when they returned to work.

Classic nivi, Bengali and other styles: Here are 5 ways to drape your saree this festive season

Saree styling tips: Sarees are timeless pieces that can be dressed up or down to suit any occasion. With the festive season approaching, it's the perfect time to experiment with different draping styles. Here are seven stylish ways to drape your saree this Diwali.

Party games: Try charades, scavenger hunt, and more if you don’t like card parties on Diwali

Best party games to play: If card games aren’t your thing this Diwali, there are many party games to entertain your guests. From physical games like Freeze Dance and Human Knot to icebreakers like Two Truths and a Lie, this list will keep the energy high and the laughter flowing.

Prevent hair loss: Eat a balanced diet, quit smoking, other tips for healthy hair

Prevent alopecia: Alopecia, or hair loss, is a common concern for all ages and genders, caused by factors like genetics, hormonal imbalances, stress, medical conditions, and certain hairstyles. Although distressing, there are ways to manage and potentially reverse it.

Festival capsule wardrobe: Golden palazzos, colourful dupattas, ethnic shrugs are must-haves