No plastic or metal, only bamboo and palm leaves: Meghalaya’s 100-year-old umbrellas do not have a handle but can protect you from heavy rainsMeghalaya, India's wettest region, faces heavy monsoon rains. Locals have a unique solution: knups, hand-crafted rain shields made from bam...
19 Jun, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
Advit Jewels announces price band for its IPO opening on June 23. Check detailsAdvit Jewels, a Jaipur-based jewellery maker, has announced its Initial Public Offering. The price band is set between Rs 130 and Rs 138 pe...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Indian restaurant named among the world’s most beautiful. It is in Pune: Luxury wooden decor, lush vineyard views and exotic Italian cuisineRosso, located in Pune's Hotel Irada, is among the world's most beautiful restaurants for 2026. This award recognizes its stunning architec...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
Every '60s house had one; now it's the cleaning supply thrifters are using as rustic decorMid-century metal dustpans are experiencing a revival, transitioning from cleaning tools to sought-after rustic decor. This trend taps into...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
Change drivers : creating industry-wide impactThis article highlights individuals driving innovation and trust in various sectors. Shiva Sankeerth Reddy Yarradla is revolutionizing ente...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
India’s desi gaming startups tap culture and storytelling to break China’s grip on toy and board game marketIn the vibrant world of play, Indian board games and toys are experiencing a renaissance. Consumers are leaning towards locally inspired op...
24 May, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
No artificial flavours, no preservatives: 80-year-old Ahmedabad woman has been making tasty, homemade ice cream varieties with 4 simple and natural ingredients for 4 decadesIn Ahmedabad, 80-year-old Niranjana Desai, or Niruben, crafts homemade ice cream daily using just four natural ingredients: milk, cream, st...
24 May, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
PM Modi's gifts: Muga silk stole for Italy PM, Ladakhi stole for Sweden PM, Kesar mangoes for UAE prezPrime Minister Narendra Modi presented unique Indian gifts to world leaders during his recent five-nation tour. Items included Muga silk st...
21 May, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
Keanu Reeves joins ‘Hidari’: Hollywood star to voice lead in Japanese stop-motion samurai epicKeanu Reeves will voice the lead in Hidari, a new stop-motion samurai film. This project began as a popular short film. The story follows J...
18 May, 2026, 11.49 AM IST
Not many big fat Indian weddings this season, thanks to TrumpThanks to the crisis in West Asia, costs are rising for both international and domestic events. Travel disruptions are making overseas wedd...
07 May, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
Why Prada has a devil of a dilemma, but so does IndiaPrada Kolhapuri controversy: The latest collection from high-fashion label Prada has ignited a firestorm in India again. This comes a year ...
07 May, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
The Write Revival: Fountain pens are Gen Z's newest obsessionThe fountain pen is experiencing a revival, driven by a desire for analogue pleasures and a conscious move away from digital. This resurgen...
03 May, 2026, 08.59 AM IST
King Charles's White House state dinner included a $28 wine and beehive-shaped dessert; here’s what else was servedState dinner King Charles menu: President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted King Charles and Queen Camilla for a state dinner at th...
29 Apr, 2026, 07.19 AM IST
FM Nirmala Sitharaman bullish on gems & jewellery sector opening new skilled job opportunitiesA significant grant supports lab-grown diamond research at IIT Madras. The Finance Minister inaugurated a new jewellery institute in Udupi....
28 Apr, 2026, 07.34 PM IST
Not just her IPL team, the Punjab Kings. Co-owner Preity Zinta's selfie in 'Himachali topi' is all the buzz this seasonActress Preity Zinta is enjoying a summer break in Himachal Pradesh, embracing her roots by wearing a traditional Kinnauri topi. After chee...
24 Apr, 2026, 03.24 PM IST
Ladakh turns into pure magic amid apricot bloom season, mountains stay snowy and valleys bloom pinkLadakh's apricot trees are blooming, heralding spring's arrival. This natural spectacle inspires the Apricot Blossom Festival. The event sh...
15 Apr, 2026, 06.51 PM IST
For FDI, E-comm exports must be in separate cartIndia is considering allowing FDI in inventory-based e-commerce exclusively for exports. This move aims to boost outbound shipments without...
15 Apr, 2026, 05.00 AM IST