Teejan Bai: Married at 12, gave her first Pandavani performance at 13, folk legend took Chhattisgarh’s art to the world. A look at her extraordinary journeyTeejan Bai Pandwani: Renowned folk artist Teejan Bai, celebrated for her captivating Pandavani performances of the Mahabharata, has passed ...
05 Jul, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
World Biryani Day 2026: Who invented biryani? From Timur to Mumtaz Mahal legend, the fascinating history behind India's favourite rice dishBiryani, a beloved Indian rice dish, boasts a rich and debated origin. While its roots are traced to Persia, legends suggest its arrival in...
05 Jul, 2026, 08.49 AM IST
Sadhguru says a 100-year-old food has ‘tremendous’ healing properties, can cure IBS, strengthen immunitySpiritual leader Sadhguru and Ayurveda physician Dr. Vasant Lad revealed the profound health benefits of 100-year-old ghee, known as Shata ...
04 Jul, 2026, 03.11 PM IST
Psychology says people who cook far more food than necessary aren't just overpreparing, they may be expressing care through abundancePsychology says people who regularly cook extra food may be influenced by caregiving, communal relationships, abundance, hospitality, and f...
03 Jul, 2026, 08.07 PM IST
Psychology says people who always eat hot dogs on the Fourth of July aren't just having fun, they may be trying to relive their happy childhood memoriesPsychology suggests that people who always eat hot dogs on the Fourth of July are often doing more than keeping a tradition alive. Familiar...
03 Jul, 2026, 07.35 PM IST
In football-mad Kolkata, one lane becomes World Cup centralKolkata's Beniatola area has transformed a humble lane into 'FIFA Gully', a vibrant testament to the city's deep-rooted football passion. G...
03 Jul, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
Beyond China, beyond tariffs: India, Japan look to MSMEs to turn strategic ties into factory-floor partnershipsAs Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visits India, industry sees the biggest opportunity not in tariff concessions but in supplier eco...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
Amarnath Yatra 2026 begins as first pilgrims arrive in Kashmir under heavy security coverThe annual Amarnath Yatra welcomed its first group of 4,822 pilgrims into the picturesque Kashmir Valley. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha o...
03 Jul, 2026, 09.05 AM IST
Chef Kunal Kapur’s stir-fried cucumber recipe is the refreshing summer lunch you need; here’s how to make itBeat the summer heat with celebrity chef Kunal Kapur's quick and refreshing stir-fried cucumber recipe. This light yet flavourful dish, fea...
02 Jul, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
No preservatives. Butter made in a small town in Tamil Nadu, stays fresh without fridge for weeksUthukuli butter, a GI-tagged delicacy from Tamil Nadu, boasts a divine taste and rich nutrition, lasting nearly a month without refrigerati...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.24 PM IST
A hearty porridge from Tamil Nadu can help you beat the heat, reduce blood sugarBeat the Indian summer heat with traditional, healthy beverages like Tamil Nadu's kambankoozh. This pearl millet porridge, a comfort food f...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.34 PM IST
Once, he washed dishes for a living. Today, he is a Padma Shri winner and entered world records for cooking 617 dishes in a day. Who is Chef Damu?From washing dishes to earning a Padma Shri, Chef Damodharan's journey is an inspiration. This culinary maestro, a PhD holder in culinary a...
28 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Mexican proverb of the day: ‘He who is born to be a tamal, the corn husks...’ - a lesson on destiny and accepting life's pathA timeless Mexican proverb, 'He who is born to be a tamal, the corn husks fall from the sky for him,' beautifully illustrates the concept o...
28 Jun, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
No sugar, no gluten: Hrithik Roshan’s personal chef reveals what goes into making a ‘zero guilt’ chocolate brownieHrithik Roshan's personal chef, Shubham Vishwakarma, shared a guilt-free, high-protein brownie recipe featuring coconut and almond flour, m...
26 Jun, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
Reshaping India’s laddoo scene with craft and care: Meet The LaddoowalaThe Laddoo Wala redefines Indian gifting by blending heritage with modern sensibilities. Founded on a passion for India's sweet legacy, the...
26 Jun, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
Food of the day: This South Indian dessert is Rajinikanth’s favourite. Here’s a simple recipe to try at home and it requires just 3 ingredientsSouth India's beloved Paal Payasam, a creamy rice pudding, is a testament to tradition's enduring charm. This simple yet rich dessert, made...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
Padma Shri awardee R Madhavan’s favourite high-protein South Indian breakfast dish: Detailed recipe, nutrition benefits and why he starts his day with itPadma Shri recipient R. Madhavan champions a traditional South Indian breakfast, highlighting its protein-rich pongal as a cornerstone of h...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.29 PM IST