winter

Each winter, Indian fields grow plants long used in food and home remedies. Here are eight winter plants that support everyday health, nourishment, and seasonal care.

Winter brings a flurry of feathered visitors, from migrating flocks to familiar neighbours. Children can observe their habits, learn about survival, and experience the marvels of nature unfolding right outside their windows.

From harisa in Kashmir to malaiyo in Varanasi, discover India’s winter foods and the stories, traditions, and climates that shaped them.

Amid misty valleys and villages, Nagaland’s winter unfolds in soft pink petals, inviting travellers to experience its hidden charms.

Turn winter into a season of growth and learning by creating a vegetable garden with your children. This step-by-step guide shows how kids can plant, care for, and harvest vegetables, making gardening fun and educational.

Turn a regular winter evening into a cosy family adventure right at home. With simple steps, warm food, soft lighting, and a bit of imagination, your garden becomes a space for stories, stargazing, and moments children will remember long after the night ends.

Maharashtra-based expert farmer Savita Sunil Dakle shares practical tips to protect soil health during winter. From boosting microbial activity and preventing compaction to managing pH, controlling erosion, and retaining moisture, these solutions address key challenges faced by Indian farmers.

As temperatures fall and most crops pause, sunflower and sesame keep working for the farm. Here’s how.

Across India’s hills, riverbanks and temple towns, winter brings a season of vibrant, culture-rich fairs. From Himalayan trade routes to Bengal’s craft-filled carnivals, these five offbeat melas offer a warm, intimate look at India’s living traditions.

Look closely at any garden this winter, and you will find plants storing strength, slowing growth or bursting into bloom. These tiny shifts offer children a simple way to understand how nature adapts its rhythm through the cooler months.