winter

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.

Beyond the snow, these hidden winter festivals shine, bringing together culture, faith, and the spirit of India’s diverse regions.

This guide highlights flowering plants that survive in cooler months and are easy for children to grow. It covers steps for growing specific flowers, helping winter gardens stay colourful and engaging with minimal effort.

Keep your indoor plants lively all winter with easy low-light care tips. From choosing shade-tolerant species to smart watering, pruning, and humidity hacks, create a green indoor space that stays vibrant even in the darkest corners of your home.