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In India, masala chai is an emotion, an invitation, a punctuation mark in the rhythm of life. It is poured at dawn and again at dusk, clinked between colleagues at roadside taps, offered reverently to guests, and sipped slowly during the monsoon

In the sweltering heat of the Indian summer, the quest for a refreshing drink is a cultural experience in its own right. Across the vast landscape of India, beverages are meticulously crafted to counterbalance the relentless heat, offering hydration and a blend

Often hailed as India’s Frida Kahlo, Amrita Sher-Gil was revolutionary in modern Indian art. Born in Budapest in 1913 to a Sikh father and a Hungarian mother, she existed at the cusp of two worlds. It was this confluence that shaped her

This ubiquitous drink is served in terracotta Kulhads or tall steel tumblers nationwide. Lassi is India’s most beloved summer elixir…frothy, creamy, and deeply comforting. A blend of curd, water, and a swirl of tradition heralds a moment of pause in a searing

In India, the New Year isn’t a single midnight countdown. It doesn’t arrive with party hats and champagne flutes. It comes gently, like a hush before dawn, like a breeze rustling through temple bells. It arrives in different seasons, under different skies,

Few street foods have won over India quite like momos. These little pockets of joy, stuffed with minced meat or fresh vegetables, are incredibly satisfying. Whether steamed for a delicate bite, fried for a crispy edge, or pan-seared to perfection, they are

A meticulously restored 19th-century hunting lodge of the royal family of Raipur, Brij Lakshman Sagar unfolds across 32 acres of untouched countryside. Here, Rajputana grandeur meets sustainable design, creating an immersive retreat beside a tranquil private lake. Twelve independent cottages, crafted from

Have you ever looked closely at an Indian bride walking into the Mandap, sparkling from head to toe in her wedding jewellery? In India, bridal jewellery isn’t just about looking beautiful…it’s a symbol of heritage, blessings, and new beginnings. When she steps