Saumya Singh

After quitting her job, Cynthia returned to Majuli to reconnect with her roots. Through her homestay ‘Menam’, she’s bringing traditional tribal recipes like the bamboo-cooked pork and wild herb sticky rice to curious travellers and future generations.

They rarely say “I love you,” but they’ve shown it in countless quiet ways — from peeling fruit to braiding hair. Across India, five dads open up about the emotions they were taught to hide, and the love that always found its way through.

When Atharva Shinde couldn’t find anyone to make a quilt like his grandmother’s, the 16-year-old set out to revive the craft, repurpose over 500 kg of fabric, and empower women along the way.

Sometimes, all it takes is one person’s determination to spark change in the most unexpected corners. In a small mountain village in Sikkim, Ashwani Thapa began a 30-day journey that would soon transform the lives of dozens of children.

Just 225 km from Bengaluru, Sakleshpur offers the perfect monsoon break — with hidden waterfalls, warm homestays, and filter coffee mornings. No crowds, no chaos, just three peaceful days under the rain-drenched skies.

A devastating cloudburst struck Dharali village in Uttarkashi, unleashing flash floods and landslides that destroyed homes and left 100+ families in crisis. Volunteer-led groups like BDRF and Hope Welfare Trust are on the ground, delivering ration kits, blankets, and hope. Donate now.

Want vibrant chrysanthemums this October? Plant them now! This guide breaks down everything you need—from soil prep and sunlight tips to watering, pruning, and propagation.

Frontline sales roles were once seen as jobs only men could do. But with support from the WINGS programme, women are now being trained, mentored, and placed in real sales jobs — showing what’s possible when someone finally gives them a chance.

What does it mean to truly know a city? For 28-year-old Taqi Abbas, born into Lucknow’s storied Nawabi heritage, it meant unearthing the forgotten corners of his hometown. From documenting artisans like Battu Bhai to stepping inside the Clock Tower, Lucknow Uncovered is more than a page. It’s a love letter to a city that still whispers its past, if you know where to listen.

Friendships don’t always begin with a dramatic story. Sometimes, they grow quietly on dance floors, badminton courts, or through a podcast mic. This Friendship Day, we celebrate stories of people whose strongest bonds were formed through creativity, compassion, and shared life moments.