Every '80s home had a velvet-lined box of silver flatware that never left the sideboard; now those sterling sets are the thrift-store kitchen find designers are hunting forThrift stores are witnessing a surprising surge in demand for vintage silver serving ware, with millennials and Gen Z leading the charge. T...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.09 PM IST
Hotel giants bet India’s local travel boom can defy slowdownMajor hotel groups are investing heavily in India. They expect a surge in domestic travel to drive growth. This expansion continues despite...
09 Jun, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
The Emerald Labyrinth: Louisiana’s “Year of Outdoors” theme offers curated nature trails and context-rich travelLouisiana is unveiling its quieter side with the Year of Outdoors campaign. Travelers can explore winding bayous and wetlands through guide...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
Why your pay hike, promotion and dream car stop feeling special? Ankur Warikoo explains the 'Hedonic Treadmill' and how it affects happinessBig wins often lose their excitement quickly. This is due to the Hedonic Treadmill, a psychological effect. People return to their normal f...
08 Jun, 2026, 09.25 AM IST
Tibetan proverb of the day: 'The secret to living well and longer is: eat half, walk double, laugh triple, and love without measure.'An ancient Tibetan proverb offers a timeless path to a fulfilling life: eat moderately, exercise regularly, laugh heartily, and love abunda...
08 Jun, 2026, 12.39 AM IST
Quote of the day by The Alchemist writer Paulo Coelho: 'Human beings can withstand a week without water, two weeks without food, many years of homelessness, but not loneliness. It is the worst of all tortures' - lessons on emotional cost of isolation by Eleven Minutes and Wept authorPaulo Coelho's quote from Eleven Minutes states that loneliness is a more profound suffering than physical deprivation. He argues that whil...
07 Jun, 2026, 07.17 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Coco Chanel: “Women must tell men always that… – Inspiring lessons on empowerment, strength, gender equality, and why you should not mistake softness for weakness by the founder of Chanel and legendary fashion icon known for her wit and revolutionary influence on styleQuote of the Day by Coco Chanel: Coco Chanel’s quote, “Women must tell men always that they are the strong ones. They are the big, the stro...
02 Jun, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
No WiFi, no proper roads: In Rishikesh, architect brothers built a Harry Potter-inspired mud house, complete with jungle trails and Ganga viewsA magical mud house in Rishikesh, inspired by Harry Potter's Hagrid's hut, offers a unique escape from urban life. Built by architect broth...
01 Jun, 2026, 08.17 AM IST
No concrete obsession, no fancy paint: Bengaluru couple's home is 45% cheaper and stays 12 degrees cooler. How did they do it?A Bengaluru couple chose sustainability and natural materials for their home. This approach resulted in a structure significantly cheaper t...
01 Jun, 2026, 07.55 AM IST
‘Stop performing poverty’: Gurgaon-based CEO shares how a Bengaluru founder pays himself Rs 50,000 despite having Rs 5 cr in the bankStartup founders often face pressure to be extremely frugal. However, venture capital CEO Aditya Arora believes underpaying oneself can be ...
26 May, 2026, 12.08 PM IST
From Rs 5 lakh to Rs 25 lakh salary, still broke? CA warns about a dangerous money habit that can destroy your financesA chartered accountant warns that rising salaries can lead to financial stress if spending increases at the same pace. Many professionals u...
26 May, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
In 2024, archaeologists peeling back estuary mud found wooden stakes and footprints, and they weren't just wet timbers: They changed what we know about daily life in Mesolithic BritainIn an incredible archaeological find, researchers have uncovered fishing traps and ancient footprints dating back 7,000 years in the mud of...
25 May, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
Couples and money: Why shared financial decisions, clear spending rules, and transparency matter in relationshipsWithout a definition of priority and discretion, many households suffer from ad hocism. How should they spend for the common good without s...
25 May, 2026, 11.07 AM IST
Luxury schools, big EMIs, premium vacations: CA warns why not low income but expensive expectations is a financial riskUrban Indian professionals face a new financial risk. High salaries no longer guarantee peace of mind. Rising lifestyle expectations trap m...
25 May, 2026, 09.31 AM IST
Why India’s next real estate cycle could be driven by retail investors and REITs, Sandipan Roy explainsIn an interaction with Sandipan Roy, Chief Investment Officer (CIO), at Motilal Oswal Private Wealth, he explains why India’s next real est...
24 May, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
Why luxury real estate remains a favourite among India’s rich despite macro & rate hike concernsIndia's luxury housing market defies global economic headwinds, driven by affluent buyers and NRIs seeking lifestyle upgrades and wealth pr...
20 May, 2026, 10.52 AM IST
In India's retail blitz, luxury spaces miss out bigIn the realm of luxury retail, India encounters a considerable void in super luxury mall infrastructure, stifling opportunities for esteeme...
19 May, 2026, 11.48 AM IST