59 years after 1962 battle: Tension at border with China but Tawang flourishingFor visitors driving into Tawang, a quiet little town of lumber and brick houses with sloping tin roofs built haphazardly around a winding ...
07 Dec, 2021, 12.36 PM IST
A complicated relationship: Biden and Xi prepare for meetingWhite House officials have set low expectations for the virtual meeting: No major announcements are expected and there's no plan for the cu...
15 Nov, 2021, 11.24 AM IST
China's Chowmein Is Our Chowmein!India’s incursion into Chinese khana territory isn’t just hot and sour soup for thought for Beijing, but it’s sending chilli chicken down s...
06 Nov, 2021, 11.00 PM IST
China's advice to stockpile sparks speculation of Taiwan warMost residents interviewed in Beijing, the Chinese capital, thought war was unlikely but acknowledged the rising tensions. They generally f...
04 Nov, 2021, 11.16 AM IST
From Harappa to Hero: Evolution of home delivery over the agesA few days ago, Hero MotoCorp started delivery of bikes and scooters to customers at their doorstep.
06 Aug, 2019, 06.30 PM IST
Taiwan’s second largest city undergoing an architectural and cultural renaissanceTaichung is the laidback and artsy capital of Taiwan, with universities, colleges, museums and art-filled public spaces.
13 Jul, 2019, 11.43 PM IST
Person of the Year: Definitely not Trump, Modi, Mbappe, MeToo brigade, Fed or FAANG!Warren Buffett bit the Apple, but Microsoft excelled ahead to become the most valuable co.
27 Dec, 2018, 11.42 AM IST
Heritage buildings, quirky street art and delicious local food make Penang an ideal getawayPenang is worth a visit, whether you are a jaded history buff, a discerning gourmand or an accidental tourist looking for that funky experi...
27 Oct, 2018, 11.54 PM IST
The ultimate holiday guide for 2018: Choose from Fiji, Vietnam, Antarctica or GreenlandNow that you've welcomed the New Year, you can start creating a bucket list to challenge your limits.
10 Jan, 2018, 04.57 PM IST
TripAdvisor reveals top trending travel spots for 2018The blue waters and white sandy beaches of Ishigaki, Japan, earned the ranking of number one in the world.
09 Jan, 2018, 04.57 PM IST
Foodies satiate their taste buds at Pan-Asian eateries in BengaluruThe city's evolved palates, with well-travelled locals and expats, have ensured that they get oriental flavours right.
29 May, 2017, 11.11 AM IST
Asian dining now trending across restaurants in IndiaAt the Asian Hawkers Market at Select Citywalk, Delhi, a few months ago, kiosks selling the likes of Mochi ice-cream and takoyaki did brisk...
15 Feb, 2016, 12.57 PM IST
China's wildly swinging market: Don't worry, it's just novice investors playing with a lot of savingsThe drop in Chinese stock threatens to produce a bearish environment around the globe. A long-term view suggests that fears of spillover ef...
23 Jan, 2016, 11.32 AM IST
History of noodles: How they achieved a dominating presence & why they can't be written offIn just over a century, noodles have been able to achieve a dominating presence in Japan and the world — and despite the current reversal i...
21 Jun, 2015, 10.42 AM IST
- Courting food in Singapore's food courts
In Singapore’s food courts, there are varied delights to tempt any palate.
03 Jun, 2010, 07.22 AM IST
- Swishy technological world of Seoul
In Seoul's incredibly high-tech Digital Media Centre. I had swiped my card and was standing on a blue footprint while invisible sensors sca...
11 Jun, 2009, 04.37 AM IST
- Lucca back: Cuisine of Trinidad
A Tuscan town’s clampdown highlights need for travellers to preserve diversity of cuisine.
26 Feb, 2009, 04.52 AM IST