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The season of clear mornings and open roads is here. Paraglide, trek, ski, or raft — these four stunning destinations promise the perfect November escape.

Across India, children sing, play, and pray with the arrival of monsoon rains. From Jhulelal Puja in Sindhi homes to Oonjal swings in Tamil Nadu, these age-old rituals weave joy with lessons on gratitude and water conservation.

A 26-year-old literature graduate from Chennai, Mayawathi, has installed book vending machines at MGR Chennai Central and Tambaram railway stations through her venture, Sunset Hues. Offering over 50 affordable titles, the initiative is turning train journeys into moments of discovery and helping commuters reconnect with the joy of reading.

Every day, over 100 children gather at Than Singh Ki Pathshala — a volunteer-run initiative led by a Delhi cop who believes in the transformative power of education.

From the Jewish challah to the Italian foccacia, this bakery in Pune gives you a chance to sample bread from across the world.

Sumesh and Meethu Nayak have turned their 1500 sq ft Bengaluru home into a lush urban jungle with over 2000 plants, 49 bird species, and butterflies, using only compost. Their green oasis proves that sustainable living is possible right in the heart of the city.

From 3D-printed rockets and disaster drones to AI-driven policing, India’s homegrown innovations are reshaping security under Viksit Bharat.

Across India, festivals aren’t just about rituals or lights — they’re about our bond with nature. From Assam’s Bihu to Kerala’s Onam, discover seven celebrations that honour animals, rivers, and the Earth itself with gratitude, colour, and community spirit.

Tanushri SN and Shashishekhar S left their tech careers to start Roll the Dice, a sustainable venture reviving traditional Indian board games. By combining heritage, craftsmanship, and eco-friendly materials, they are reconnecting families across generations.

Every day, an electrician climbs 236 stairs inside Mumbai’s 146-year-old Rajabai Clock Tower to wind it by hand. In a city powered by speed and screens, he remains the human force that keeps time alive — without electricity or machines.