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Meet The Fearless Goan Women Who Challenged Portuguese Rule
Year 1947: The entire country had gained independence. However, a tiny part of it – Goa – remained under Portuguese control for 14 more years. It was only in 1961 that the state was finally liberated,...
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American Teacher ‘Eli Kutty’ Makes Learning Malayalam Fun With Easy Instagram...
Elizabeth grew up in Georgia, USA, where both English and Serbian were spoken at her home because her stepmother came from former Yugoslavia. Surprisingly, Elizabeth’s father showed no interest in...
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Eid Special: Love Seviyan? Here’s How The Sweet Treat Won Over India
The festival of Eid evokes nostalgia. School days were reminiscent of gathering around the table with my friends, waiting for the feast that would follow the fast during Ramadan. A table creaking...
View ArticleGhibli AI Art Is Viral, But Can You Recognise These Stunning Indian Art Styles?
Your social media feed is probably filled with dreamy, hand-painted visuals labelled “Ghibli-style”—from celebrities to everyday users, everyone seems to be trying it. But what exactly is Ghibli, and...
View ArticleFrom Rs 40 to a Life of Impact: Here Is Actor Gurmeet Choudhary’s Journey
Long before he became a familiar face on Indian television, Gurmeet Choudhary was just another hopeful young actor in Mumbai — with Rs 40 in his pocket and a dream he refused to let go of. With no...
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How 7 Abandoned Havelis Were Restored to Reignite India’s Small-Town Tourism
India’s havelis quietly carry the weight of centuries. These grand mansions, once homes to royalty, merchants, and nobility, reflect the richness of India’s architectural and cultural past. While many...
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Tamil Nadu Like You’ve Never Seen It Before: 10 Districts, 10 Stories – In...
From the misty hills of the Western Ghats to the shores of the Bay of Bengal, Tamil Nadu is a land steeped in culture, craftsmanship, and rich traditions. Beyond its iconic temples and festivals, each...
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We Asked Parents: “What’s One 90s Summer Memory You’re Recreating With Your...
If you grew up in India in the 90s, you know that summer truly began when school ended for the year. There were no alarms, just sunlit mornings, cousins pouring in, and the comforting whirl of the...
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In Pics: A Celebration of Karnataka’s 10 Best-Kept Secrets — From Sugarcane...
(Featured image courtesy Canva and KaleNene) Karnataka, a state celebrated for its rich heritage, diverse landscapes, and vibrant culture, offers a kaleidoscope of flavours, crafts, and traditions...
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This Mumbai Artist Creates Life-Sized Sculptures From Waste — While...
In a world that often discards more than it keeps, finding beauty in waste can feel like an act of quiet rebellion. Every day, tonnes of cardboard boxes — used once, forgotten quickly — end up in...
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From Sarees to Strawberries: What These 10 Maharashtra Districts Are Truly...
Beyond forts and famous landmarks, Maharashtra’s true spirit lives in its weaving looms, orchards, kitchens, and village murals. Here’s a journey through 11 districts that celebrate the state’s hidden...
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From Horses to Vans: How India’s Mobile Libraries Are Bringing Books to Kids...
Not every village in India has a library, but that doesn’t mean stories can’t find their way there. In places where the internet is patchy, schools are basic, and bookshops are non-existent, a new...
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10 Powerful Letters About Freedom & Revolution That Changed the Course of...
In India’s history, letters have played a significant role — in driving revolutions, calling for freedom of women, strengthening political relations and diplomatic ties, and keeping thousands of love...
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Rare Pics From India’s History: 10 Legends Who Shaped The Country’s Growth
Even as societies, cultures, governments, and mindsets have evolved through the years, there are significant moments in history that are untouched by modernity. Moments and events that shaped our very...
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In Photos: How Udaipur’s 500-Year-Old Lakes Provide Water to 5 Lakh People
In Rajasthan’s arid landscape, where rivers flow only briefly during the monsoon, water must first learn to crawl before it can stand. Udaipur, the ‘City of Lakes’, is a living testament to that...
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The Forgotten ‘Sardar’ From Kerala Who Saved Thousands During Partition
What are the milestones that an individual has to achieve to make their lives “well lived”? Humans have a tendency to describe a person’s life in a couple of words — she was a scientist, he was a...
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Who is Neera Arya, INA’s First Woman Spy Whose Bravery Inspired a Biopic
Trigger warning: Violence against women Through India’s struggle for freedom, there emerge a number of names to whom we owe our independence. And one such significant name is that of Neera Arya, who...
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The Story Behind Vande Mataram — The Song That Still Gives Us Goosebumps
During a session of the Indian National Congress in 1896, Rabindranath Tagore hummed a tune that he had composed; in time, the song ‘Vande Mataram’ assumed the status of India’s freedom anthem, and...
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How Sameera Reddy & Her MIL Built a Saas-Bahu Bond That Breaks All Stereotypes
“What were your first impressions of each other?” I pose this question to the effervescent duo — Sameera Reddy and her mother-in-law, Manjri Varde. Before this conversation, the rabbit hole of...
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How Indian Railways Helped Unify the Nation During the Freedom Struggle
(Representational image courtesy Google Arts and Culture) When you think of India’s fight for independence, what comes to mind? Probably images of massive protests, fiery speeches, and fearless...
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