Culture

What does it take to make a tabla sing? This photo story takes you inside an Amroha workshop where a centuries-old craft still beats strong.

In 2014, Abu Sufiyan started Purani Dilli Walo Ki Baatein to make heritage walks in Old Delhi much more layered. The years have seen him take guests around some iconic spots, including Hazrat Shah Waliullah Public Library.

At Bhubaneswar Airport, two shelves of books are making travel softer and kinder. Here’s how Flybrary runs on trust and love for stories.

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.

This Friendship Day, meet Akshita, Niharika, and Kirti — proof that true friendship can survive decades, distance, and everything in between. Scattered across cities and time, their bond thrives through small gestures, shared memories, and an unwavering presence in each other’s lives.

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.

Theyyam is a time-tested ritual that you can witness for yourself if you head to Kerala between October to May, when the villages come alive with this 1500-year-old ritualistic dance native to the state.

From vestiges of the past and India’s transport systems to meteorites and fossil specimens, we bet you’ve never visited these museums that take adventure to a whole new level.

Long before fast fashion and synthetic blends, India was weaving magic with natural dyes, human hands, and unmatched patience. These ancient textiles tell a story of timeless style and sustainability.

This Malayalam film isn't loud, but it's unforgettable. Directed by Jeo Baby and starring Mammootty, Kaathal – The Core reveals the pain of suppressed LGBTQI+ identity in a conservative society. It challenges viewers to reconsider what love and cruelty can mean.