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The internet never seems to run out of new ways to experiment with food, and somehow, Maggi almost always finds itself at the center of it. Every time people think they have seen the most unusual version of the popular instant noodles, another recipe appears online and starts a fresh round of debate. The latest…
Before packaged bread became the easy default on Indian breakfast tables, mornings across the country began with foods that were regional, seasonal and deeply local. Rice, millet, lentils and fermented batters did the heavy lifting, while chutneys, jaggery, milk, curd and ghee turned simple ingredients into meals that were filling enough for workdays and special…
Let’s be real. For a number of travellers, one of the hardest parts of a solo trip isn’t booking the ticket or navigating a new city, it’s walking into a restaurant and asking for a table for one. Hard but true. Be it a bustling café in Goa, or a mountain dhaba in Manali or…
A traveller recently shared a post on X which has sparked a debate on social media. His post was a simple holiday budget comparison between an Indian hill station and Vietnam. The debate began after X user Pankaj Arora shared the story of a colleague planning a four-day vacation to the Indian hills and compared…
A groundbreaking study in Nepal’s Lapchi Valley reveals a surprising peace among three apex predators: snow leopards, common leopards, and Himalayan wolves. Instead of territorial divisions, their coexistence hinges on distinct dietary preferences. Snow leopards favor wild ungulates, common leopards prey on livestock and smaller animals near settlements, while wolves consume a mix. The Himalayas…
Rajma already enjoys a healthy reputation. Packed with plant protein, iron and fibre, it is one of those comfort foods that nutritionists rarely ask you to give up. But here’s the interesting part: your everyday rajma can become even more filling and gut-friendly with a few simple additions. You do not need expensive superfoods or…
Meaning: God of light, music, healing, and wisdom Apollo is one of the most admired gods in Greek mythology. He represents intelligence, creativity, truth, and balance. As the god of the sun, music, poetry, and healing, Apollo symbolises brightness and hope. It is an elegant name for parents who wish their son to grow into…
Come June and Assam gets ready for one of India’s most unusual and spiritually significant festivals. The capital city Guwahati turns into a magnet for pilgrims, photographers, curious travellers and spirituality seekers. We are talking about the Ambubachi Mela, organised every year at the iconic Kamakhya Temple. The festival is unlike any other religious gathering…
At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to defy age, recently scoring in his sixth FIFA World Cup and setting a new international goal record. Beyond his football prowess, Ronaldo is a known car enthusiast, boasting an impressive collection. Highlights include the bespoke Rolls-Royce Cullinan, the rare Ferrari F12 TDF, and a powerful Mercedes-Benz Brabus G65, showcasing…
Open an Indian kitchen cabinet today and you’ll probably find neatly packed masalas. A few decades ago, those spice mixes were made at home. Whole spices like coriander, cumin, cloves, black pepper and dried chillies were roasted carefully until fragrant, then ground into powders in small batches. Every family had its own recipe, often tweaked…
