Culture

Eight Monpa women started a community dining space, Damu’s Heritage Dine, which is reviving dishes like millet momos and buckwheat noodles.

From Kolkata’s mask dancers to students in Jammu and volunteers in Thanjavur, communities across India marked World Heritage Week by turning streets, schools and temples into heritage spaces.

In Himachal’s Raulane Festival, a ‘fake male bride’ leads the village in a centuries-old tradition filled with masks, costumes and community-led rituals that bring people together.

India has long celebrated its own versions of Halloween — through light, folklore, and spirit-filled nights. From Bengal’s Bhoot Chaturdashi to Kerala’s Theyyam, discover five Indian festivals that blend mystery, art, and community in ways both ancient and enchanting.

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.

From Bengal’s Baluchari to Tamil Nadu’s Kanjivaram, every Indian handloom saree carries its region’s story — woven with motifs of faith, art, memory, and tradition.

Step off the beaten path and explore five unusual museums in India. From unique artefacts to fascinating cultures, find out where they are and why they are worth a visit.

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.

Uncover the stories of seven secret Indian villages where traditional lifestyles thrive, and history is woven into the very fabric of everyday life, awaiting discovery.

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.