Culture

Anchored on Kashmir’s Dal Lake, the world’s only floating post office has been delivering letters and memories for 70 years. Inside its wooden houseboat, heritage, craftsmanship, and connection come together to tell a story that still floats on.

Tala Prattoy marks 100 years of Durga Puja in 2025 with the captivating theme Beej Angan. Designed by Bhabatosh Sutar, this eco-friendly and artistic pandal invites visitors to experience a celebration of nature, culture, and faith in the heart of Kolkata.

Each Navratri, Chennai’s Mylapore turns into a living gallery of dolls and stories. Behind every stall are families who have kept this craft alive for generations — and whose livelihoods depend on these festive days.

Explore 7 of India’s oldest trees — from Bodhi Tree in Bihar to Parijaat in Uttar Pradesh — each rooted in mythology, history and spiritual lore. Discover their stories.

From a Delhi runway to a Gujarat charkha, khadi links breathable comfort with craft and pride. Fair pricing, better design and clear traceability are moving handspun fabric into modern wardrobes while more value reaches spinner and weaver homes.

From grandmothers’ gardens to modern balconies, marigolds have been a constant in Indian households. Planted in October, they brighten homes, protect crops, and add colour to every celebration. Here’s the secret behind the ritual.

Beyond the Onam ‘Sadya’ lies a world of vibrant traditions — from lively dances and colourful masks to folk songs and thrilling boat races. Together, these rituals capture the true spirit of Kerala’s beloved festival.

From a small village in Maharashtra, Mahi G turned from engineering to rap, using her verses to fight for forests, equality, and justice. Her music is resistance you can listen to.

The Partition of 1947 resulted in bloodshed, violence and displacement. But it also shaped love stories during that time; one such was that of the couple, Balraj and Bhag Bahri Malhotra.

In 1947, India witnessed Partition. While violence colours most narratives around this historic event, there are also stories of hope, humanity and friendship that emerge. Here’s taking a look at them.