Three from Assam among seven in first batch of first-of-its-kind NCVET-approved Tea Sommelier courseThe programme is an NCVET-approved skill programme aligned to NSQF Level 4, covering tea appreciation, tasting, blending and artisanal tea ...
25 Aug, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
India's forgotten gourmet produce: Tellicherry pepper, Lakadong turmeric, and Kashmiri morelsAncient traders sought Indian black peppercorns, which were once more valuable than gold. Today, Tellicherry peppers and Lakadong turmeric ...
21 Aug, 2026, 11.12 PM IST
5 fragrant plants from around the world that can turn your work-from-home corner into a stress-free zoneFragrant plants can transform a work-from-home space into a calmer and more refreshing environment. Varieties like lavender, gardenia, lemo...
29 Jul, 2026, 10.52 AM IST
From Assam to Nilgiri: How regional teas are becoming premium brandsIndia's tea market is shifting towards premium products and regional diversity. Gen Z and millennials are driving this growth, seeking auth...
21 Jul, 2026, 07.16 PM IST
Grocery bills rising? Grow these 7 plants at home and save moneyGrowing your own food at home can help reduce grocery expenses while providing fresh, chemical-free ingredients. Easy-to-grow plants like m...
21 Jul, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of up to 25%Whether in business or the stock market, be ready for volatility. In today’s world, it can come for any reason and from anywhere. Also be r...
20 Jul, 2026, 11.17 PM IST
These 6 everyday herbs are packed with antioxidants and easy to grow in your home gardenFresh herbs do more than enhance flavour. Many are naturally rich in antioxidants that help protect cells from free radical damage and supp...
20 Jul, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
Psychology says people who can drink tea anytime of the day aren't addicted, the comfort of familiar rituals may help them relax more than anything elsePsychology suggests that people who can drink tea anytime of the day aren't necessarily addicted to caffeine. Sometimes, the greatest comfo...
19 Jul, 2026, 12.39 PM IST
From Nasturtium to Borage: 7 edible flowers you can grow and add to salads and dessertsEdible flowers offer vibrant colours and delicate flavours for meals. Nasturtiums and calendula provide peppery notes for salads and dishes...
13 Jul, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
Aromatic coffee, lush plantations, misty hills: 5 magical monsoon destinations in India for a dreamy escape into natureIndia's monsoon season offers a refreshing escape, transforming landscapes into vibrant green havens. From Coorg's misty coffee estates to ...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Having tea from a KulladDrinking tea from a kullad, an earthen vessel, adds a unique taste and experience to the drink. The clay cup enhances the aroma and flavor ...
07 Oct, 2023, 12.04 AM IST
Small tea growers will have the biggest role to play in shaping the future of tea sector: Piyush GoyalUnion Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said that small tea growers will have the biggest role to play in shaping the future o...
12 Nov, 2022, 10.16 AM IST
View: The sheer joy of sipping a freshly steeped cup of fine Indian tea is beyond comparisonOne customer in particular caught my eye: a young gentleman who had noted on his phone the teas he had bought on his previous visit. He was...
05 Feb, 2022, 12.35 AM IST
Ayesha Takia-backed TGL opens first retail tea salon in MumbaiThe Tea Salon is an experiential offering with evocative aromas of TGL teas and in-house patisseries for tea lovers where they can explore ...
03 Jul, 2017, 09.03 AM IST
Munnar's tea heaven: From mild green tea to expensive whiteThe first sip will tell us whether the tea is sweet, bitter, acidic, or umami. Next, we focus on aroma, palate notes, body, astringency lev...
14 May, 2017, 12.49 AM IST
Process to select best teas in South India beginsAbout 155 entries from 52 tea growing estates were screened at the first level of the 12th Golden Leaf India Awards.
12 Mar, 2016, 09.52 PM IST
- Darjeeling tea tasting party in Dubai
The Indian tea industry held a high-profile tea tasting party to promote its premium Darjeeling brand here.
21 Feb, 2008, 09.01 AM IST