Holidaying in the hills is an experience unmatched and better still in the monsoons. The mighty, misty mountains make one forget all worries and transport you into a world of solitude. Naldehra is a remote town tucked away from the…

Throughout thousands of years of great civilisations, invasions, the birth of religions and countless cataclysms, India has proved itself to be, in the words of its first prime minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, ‘a bundle of contradictions held together by strong but…

August 15, 1947 was really the culmination of a struggle that began nine decades earlier, on May 10, 1857. That was when the sepoys of the British East India Company’s army rose in revolt against their colonial masters in the…

As more and more travellers are aware of the environmental toll of air travel, anyone taking to the skies this year who wants to reduce waste as much as possible can follow a few some simple tips. Airlines produce a…

The idea of going it alone on a big trip is daunting for anyone and perhaps more so for women, for whom safety issues can be more of a concern. Don’t let this put you off. Travelling solo, whatever your…

From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, the one garment that seems to bind the entire country together in its folds is the saree. The draping may differ from region to region but the charm and beauty of this unstitched, six-yard fabric remains…

The festival of Janmashtami is around the corner, and various festivals and events are being hosted in the capital city on the occasion. Avid art lovers head to the Art Spice Gallery during this festive season where a unique art…

Raksha Bandhan is special, for it celebrates the very special bond between a brother and a sister. Naturally, a gift for an occasion as special has got to be equally remarkable. And, so, this Rakhi, put in a little more…

Escaping the hustle and bustle of the capital on a weekend could probably be the most refreshing thing to do. While Shimla, Mussoorie, Jaipur and even Agra are popular choices when considering a short escape from Delhi, here are some…

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