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Beyond Beaches: How To Make 24 Hours in Goa Unforgettable with New Flavours, Stays & Adventures

Get a guided tour through the Old Latin Quarter of Goa, cook your own meal, or simply cosy up with a book at a 400-year-old villa.

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In Jails Across India, 3 Friends Are Giving 11000+ Prisoners the Chance They Deserve

Project Second Chance is founded on the belief that access to justice is a right that everyone must have, irrespective of their roots and privilege.

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‘Beauty Isn’t a Formula, It’s a Feeling’: FAE Beauty Secures Rs 1 Crore on Shark Tank India

Why do people with brown skin have to adjust when it comes to makeup shades? This question compelled Karishma Kewalramani to start FAE Beauty, which...

23.01.2025 20

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A Simple Social Media Post Turned This Former Teacher’s Handcrafted Dolls Into a Rs 10 Lakh/Yr Biz

Faced with uncertainty after losing her job, Divya Tejaswi turned to a unique idea of handcrafted dolls.

19.01.2025 4

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Shocked by What She Saw, Doctor Fought for Maternal & Child Dignity in a Bihar Hospital

Dr Taru Jindal, a Mumbai-based gynaecologist, decided to devote her time to transforming maternal care in the Motihari District Hospital in Bihar....

18.01.2025 5

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An Afternoon Experiment in Pune That Grew Into a Global Pickle Brand – 87 Years & Counting

Nataline Fernandes, the woman behind Ferns’ Pickles, who is said to have pioneered the idea of curry pastes, started from a small store in her home...

16.01.2025 8

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Til-Licious Treats: 7 Unique Til Snack Recipes for the Perfect Makar Sankranti Spread

Beyond the eponymous til laddoos, there are several fun fusion dishes, with til as their hero. Here we explore their recipes.

13.01.2025 5

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Sankranti Special Treats: Nolen Gur to Til Laddoo & Morena Gajak — Here’s How To Order Them Online

You focus on ensuring your kite flies high while we ensure you get your Makar Sankranti delicacies on time.

11.01.2025 7

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These Siblings Joined Their Dad To Create a Thriving Green Oasis & Homestay With 1500 Trees

Ajit Mishra transformed a denuded 20-acre plot in Malshej Ghat into Nehamrit Farms — a thriving agrotourism destination featuring over 1,500...

10.01.2025 6

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‘Billy’ Arjan Singh: The Hunter-Turned-Conservationist Who Spent Over 40 Years Protecting Tigers

‘Billy’ Arjan Singh, once a hunter, became a legendary conservationist dedicated to saving India's tigers, transforming Dudhwa into a tiger...

09.01.2025 10

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Chai Map of India: Sip Through 26 Unique Teas & Their Fascinating Stories

This winter, explore the diverse world of Indian chai beyond the classic ‘adrak wali chai’. From Kerala’s sweet-sour Sulaimani to Bengal’s...

07.01.2025 4

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This 91-YO Punjab Colonel Has Helped 10000 People Cope With Addiction

Col Dr Rajinder Singh heads the Akal Drug De-Addiction Centre in Punjab, where he helps youth who struggle with substance abuse and alcoholism...

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From Jaipur to Hyderabad: The 2025 Festival Calendar Across India

Spend January in Jaipur, March in Mizoram, and November in Hyderabad! Here’s a festival for every mood and month of 2025.

01.01.2025 4

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‘It All Began With 1 Click on My Dad’s Camera’: How I Built a Career in Wildlife Photography

What started with experimenting with his father’s camera turned into a passionate career in wildlife photography. Parag Bhatt shares his views on...

27.12.2024 3

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7 Chef-Approved Comfort Food Recipes To Keep You Cosy This Winter

Discover winter’s best snacks with recipes from chefs across India, featuring treats like mirchi bajji, kadhi pakoras, and indulgent banoffee...

25.12.2024 7

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‘Learnt More Than I Did in School’: What Homeschooling for 5 Years Taught Me

Vaishnavi Anantha just couldn’t bear the endless classes and rote learning in traditional schooling. So she asked her parents to give her three...

24.12.2024 10

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With Just Rs 300, #DonateABlanket To Help Homeless People on the Banaras Ghats

Thousands of migrant workers, homeless people, and those abandoned by their families come to the ghats of Varanasi in search of work, shelter, and...

23.12.2024 3

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Want To Check if Your Honey Is Pure? Here Are 4 Tests That Will Give You Results in Seconds

Ensure your family is eating honey that is pure! How? With these four easy tests.

22.12.2024 4

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Turn Your Clutter into Christmas Magic: Give Books, Toys, Clothes & More To Those in Need

As the year draws to a close, here's your chance to make someone happy. Three simple steps are all it will take for your 'clutter' to become...

19.12.2024 3

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‘The Work Isn’t Glamorous, It’s Difficult’: The Woman Who Built ‘Teach for India’ & Impacted Millions

Teaching goes beyond equipping children with theoretical concepts. It’s about leaving behind a legacy, Shaheen Mistri, founder of Teach For...

18.12.2024 6

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24 Hours in Shimla: Heritage Walks, Sustainable Stays & Snowy Thrills

Winter in Shimla beckons with snow, cosy retreats, and rich heritage. From staying in an earthquake-resistant homestay to savouring a centuries-old...

17.12.2024 4

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Chef’s Choice: 7 Must-Visit Spots in Delhi for the Best Samosas

From 'maha' to mini to regular-sized samosas, the snack has been reigning Delhi's food scene. Here are seven eateries recommended by chefs, food...

13.12.2024 3

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‘No One Does Butter Chicken Like Delhi’: 7 Joints Loved by Chefs & Foodies

Who does butter chicken better, Delhi or the rest of India? Well, the birthplace of the dish claims its recipe is a well-guarded one. Here are some...

11.12.2024 4

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After 60 Years, School Friends Reunite To Explore the World on an Epic Girls’ Trip

Mercy Rego and her gang of girls from school share cherished memories of their childhood. A few years back when they discovered each other after a...

10.12.2024 10

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The Ultimate Map of India’s Forts & Palaces: Explore Royal Heritage From Kashmir to Kanyakumari

Exploring India’s forts and palaces offers a captivating journey through history, with each site narrating unique tales of architectural...

06.12.2024 5

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Near-Death Experience Drives Engineer To Lead Menstrual Health Revolution; 2 Lakh+ Women Adopt Cloth Pads

After surviving a near-fatal accident, Sandy Khanda founded the Green Pencil Foundation to tackle education, menstrual hygiene, and climate...

05.12.2024 10

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Can We Build Sustainable Cities Without Cement? These Architects Have Answers

A wood tolerant to extreme temperatures, a paving material made of recycled materials — here’s how urban design is evolving! Let's take a look...

04.12.2024 3

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Inspired by Their Kids, 2 Moms Built a Friendship App for People With Disabilities

Friendship knows no boundaries, as proven by neurodivergent teens Vir and Mihaan, whose contrasting personalities forge a beautiful bond. Inspired...

03.12.2024 10

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A Blueprint of Water Efficiency, Here’s How This Industry Has Achieved 75% Water Neutrality

Can industries reduce their water footprint by 75%? Merino Industries is showing it’s possible by adopting innovative practices to save water and...

02.12.2024 30

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Love ‘Undhiyu’? Here’s Your Guide to Ahmedabad’s Most Authentic Winter Treat!

Undhiyu, Gujarat’s winter delicacy, blends seasonal vegetables with rich traditions. Ahmedabad eateries like Swati Snacks, Rajwadu, and Vishalla...

01.12.2024 4

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‘Khau Galli’ Food Walks: 6 Hotspots Where India’s Street Food Comes Alive

India’s ‘khau gallis’ offer a sensory feast, blending centuries-old recipes with vibrant local flavours. Street food walks across cities like...

26.11.2024 4

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Survived an Earthquake, Lived To Tell the Tale: This 1857 Tea Estate in Himachal Is a Sustainable Get-Away

The Lodge at Wah lies in the middle of a tea estate that dates back to 1857. With tea tasting sessions, mud cottages filled with recycled wood...

21.11.2024 4

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‘I Started at 52, You Can Too’: How This Mom Overcame Self-Doubt To Build ‘Tohfa’ & Earn Lakhs

Manjusha Javier loved stitching when she was young. So when she lost her job she turned to her sewing machine once more. Today, her dream 'Tohfa'...

20.11.2024 5

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Why Safety Shouldn’t Just Be a Girl’s Job: This Pune Initiative Wants To Raise Boys Right

In an effort to ensure the next generation of young men is gender-sensitive, Equal Community Foundation heads to the slums of Pune where they...

20.11.2024 20

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Meet the Man From Andhra Pradesh Who Has Preserved 3600 Varieties of Indigenous Seeds

Darlapudi Ravi was an assistant general manager at a cement industry when he realised how modern dietary practices lead to a variety of diseases....

19.11.2024 4

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Beyond Rosogollas: Have You Tried These Unique Foods in Kolkata Yet?

Butter oozing out of a chicken cutlet to zero-waste recipes made from plants, here are some foods of Kolkata that have won chefs' hearts and palates.

17.11.2024 10

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7 Homestays in India That Feel Like a Fairy Tale Come to Life

From homestays that remind you of the cabin Goldilocks entered to ones that remind you of the majestic palaces of our favourite Disney princesses,...

13.11.2024 9

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This Children’s Day, With Just Rs 500 #GiftEducation to a Child Rescued From Bonded Labour

D Sivakumar was rescued from a brick kiln when he was ten years old. He has devoted his life to reaching out to other child bonded labour survivors...

12.11.2024 4

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From Undhiyu to Mutton Curries: 6 Winter Dishes Every Food Lover Must Try

Undhiyu on the dinner thali means winter is here. Here are some time-tested dishes that feature ingredients perfect to feast on this season.

07.11.2024 5

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From Shami Kababs to Qormas: Unveiling India’s Best-Kept Food Secrets With Tarana Husain Khan!

Dr Tarana Husain Khan was part of the team that compiled essays by food writers across South Asia in an attempt to highlight the 'Forgotten Foods'...

05.11.2024 2

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Creches to Rehab: How Kiran Bedi’s Idea Is Helping Reform Prison for Over 1M Indian Inmates

Started by Dr Kiran Bedi with the prize money of the Ramon Magsaysay Award (1994), the India Vision Foundation is rewriting the script of prison...

04.11.2024 4

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‘Aashraya on the Ganga’: This Dad Built a Sustainable Homestay for His Daughters in Rishikesh

'Aashraya on the Ganga' is a sustainable homestay in Rishikesh featuring dry stone and wood from a car showroom. But its sustainability spills...

01.11.2024 6

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Paddy to Compost in 20 Days: How Merino Industries’ Innovation Is Fighting Stubble Burning

As winter approaches, so does the issue of stubble burning in North India. Whoever thought composting could be an antidote to this? Merino...

29.10.2024 5

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Transforming Lives: How a Mumbai-Based Initiative Has Delivered Quality Healthcare Since 1968

L&T has been transforming healthcare in Mumbai since 1968, providing vital services to the underprivileged. With a commitment to health equity,...

28.10.2024 4

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‘Pav Bhaji at 12 Was My First Dish’: Your Food Lab’s Sanjyot Keer on Popularising Bite-Sized Recipes

Looking for how to make dahi bhindi in six minutes? Sanjyot Keer has a repository of bite-sized recipes for you. The chef gets talking on the...

24.10.2024 4

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Vikas Khanna on How Indian Heritage and Street Food Inspire His Culinary Journey

Chef Vikas Khanna’s latest venture, 'Bungalow' in New York, celebrates Indian street food and culture. Despite global success, he remains deeply...

22.10.2024 3

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Chef’s Kiss: 7 Paratha Spots in Delhi to Bookmark For Your After-Work Treat

7 Best Paratha Spots in Delhi to Explore Famous Delhi Food strap: From rickety tables in ramshackle outlets to lace-covered teakwood in five stars,...

17.10.2024 10

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Why This Techie Gave Up a High-Paying Job to Transform Education for Odisha’s Tribal Children

Sambit Kumar Das of Ek Asha had an epiphany in 2014; he dedicated his life to designing curriculums for children in underserved regions of Odisha,...

15.10.2024 5

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Your October Travel Checklist: Exciting Things To Do Across India

Vibe to the beat of dhols or choose the skies through a paragliding escape; but whatever you do make this October unforgettable.

14.10.2024 3

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From Menstrual Exile to Death: What Drove Dr Rani Bang To Fight for Tribal Women’s Healthcare

Thirty-nine years ago, fresh out of the premier Johns Hopkins, Dr Abhay and Dr Rani Bang stood at the precipice of a sea of lucrative...

09.10.2024 4

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