Dealing with the menace of spam calls
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India’s 'do not call' registry has been a complete washout. However, some relief may come from penalties imposed on culprits and the new Digital India Act 2023.
Jashn-e-Rekhta goes to London
Urdu and Urdu literature was celebrated in the UK as the Uttar Pradesh-based non-profit Rekhta Foundation had their first cultural programme outside India in London this weekend.
Rajasthan sings songs of peace and hope at Jodhpur RIFF 2023
Folk musicians from around the world connect communities and cultures at the Rajasthan International Folk Festival in Jodhpur.
Tips to turn your terrace into a hip Diwali party zone in under Rs 25,000
When planning a terrace party on a budget, designers suggest lightweight, DIY, low-cost or rental arrangements for music, lighting, seating, food and drinks stations.
This wildlife retreat in Nagpur is built using rammed earth construction technique
Tipai, a new wildlife resort by Keyur Joshi, explores one of the oldest, most ecologically sensitive, building techniques — rammed earth. The resort design responds to the aesthetic and environmental context of the site, marrying architecture and nature.
3 ways to check if you are an ambidextrous leader
Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Satya Nadella, Tim Cook are all ambidextrous leaders. An ambidextrous leader cannot be stuck to the ideas or beliefs he started his firm with. He needs to have a good eye for the external world and be able to experiment with the existing technologies and remain up-to-date with the up-and-coming changes.
Morning Stars | Savita Punia: As captain, the energy starts with me
The Indian women’s hockey captain on the importance of radiating positivity on the morning of a big match, and why friends call her a boring eater.
Wanted: New definitions of old words
Satirical dictionaries by Gustave Flaubert and Ambrose Bierce show how words can become detached from their meanings.
Raat Ke Afasane: Empowering Delhi women to explore heritage sites safely
Upon launching 'Raat Ke Afasane' late-night walks, EIH achieved significant success. Women frequently inquired about parking, lighting, safety, and group size, reflecting their instinctive safety concerns in Delhi.
6 best pre-Diwali detox tips from nutrition and health experts
Following these easy tips can help you to feel your best and enjoy the forthcoming festivities without guilt.
Seeing Bengaluru traffic woes, Ranga Shankara Theatre Festival begins at 2 locations - 22 km apart
Arundhati Nag, artistic adviser of Bengaluru's Ranga Shankara Theatre, on the annual theatre festival line-up, why 4 out of 6 plays will also have shows at Jagriti Theatre, and the succession plan for Ranga Shankara.
Raghuram Rajan's new book on future of Indian economy set for December release
In 'Breaking the Mould', Rajan and his co-author Rohit Lamba highlight the critical challenges India faces today and urge the country to "break free from the shackles of the past and look to the possibilities of the future"
The Japanese-style knifemaker of Chendamangalam in Kerala
In the 18 months since he founded Urukk Blades, the Japanese-style kitchen knives made by Jesudas Puthumana have been picked up by prominent chefs and collectors across the country and elsewhere.
Amit Shah to inaugurate India’s first nano DAP plant in Gujarat on Vijaya Dashami
Aimed at making India self-reliant in the field of fertilisers, IFFCO’s nano DAP will reduce the country's dependence on import of fertilisers
Arthashastra for Children author Deepa Agarwal: Kautilya’s theories on the art of governing a country are timeless
Children's books author Deepa Agarwal on encouraging children to understand and debate economic issues, and building good habits around money early on.
Diwali 2023: Gifting ideas for health, wellness and adventure enthusiasts
Backpacks to smart watches, membership to health platforms and inflatable kayaks, 26 gifts priced Rs 100 - Rs 1 lakh that form building blocks for a healthier lifestyle.
Pujo experiences: Top 10 Kolkata biryani restaurants
From Shiraz to Kwality Restaurant and Dada Boudi, the best that Kolkata biryani can be in and around the City of Joy.
'Mysteries are being told in voices of people who don't fit stock image of Hollywood police detective'
Author of the Perveen Mistry books Sujata Massey on writing mysteries set in 1920s Mumbai, drawing inspiration from Cornelia Sorabji - India's first practising woman lawyer, and support for women writing crime fiction.
OnePlus Open foldable phone: 8 cool features
OnePlus Open marks a new beginning for the brand - not just because it’s OnePlus’ first foldable, it’s also the brand’s priciest smartphone ever.
Arnold Schwarzenegger: The only thing that works 100 percent of the time is...
In his latest book, Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life, Arnold Schwarzenegger draws on his own experiences, to share seven rules to realize your true purpose in life. An excerpt
HiPOO to ZEBRA in management zoo: 10 dangerous workplace personalities, how to spot them and coexist
In a viral LinkedIn post, writer Jeroen Kraaijenbrink explained 10 types of dangerous personalities (with acronyms from the animal world) one finds at the workplace. Here are tips on coexisting with these creatures.
This diet put cricketer Rishabh Pant on his feet after a horrific car accident
A combination of vegetarian foods, immunity boosting powders and herbal waters by celebrity nutritionist Shweta Shah helped the star cricketer bounce back.
Book review: Vauhini Vara's This Is Salvaged | Outstanding collection of short stories about American life
A polished, precise yet nuanced and deeply moving collection of 10 stories by Vauhini Vara, who also wrote The Immortal King Rao (2022).
Navaratri 2023: The art of (re)telling epics for modern times
From Amar Chitra Katha's illustrated panels to contemporary mythological fiction, the challenges and rewards of repackaging Indian myths and epics.
