Visual Stories

Discover 10 iconic biryani spots across India that have been winning hearts for decades — from smoky Hyderabadi dum to soulful Malabar spice.

Flamingos flocked to Sambhar Lake in record numbers this year, lingering far beyond their season. Photographer Yogesh Sevkani captures the breathtaking spectacle.

Discover how a humble 4-seater restaurant in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, built on secret spices and a signature turban, grew into the global biryani giant — Thalappakatti.

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

Tucked away in the Andaman Sea, Barren Island is India’s best-kept natural wonder — a living, breathing volcano surrounded by surreal landscapes and marine magic.

Silt and rock choke the rivers of Pachegaon, preventing farmers from irrigating their fields. Your donation could help them.

N Ramakrishnan of Bengaluru has set up horticulture, solar power units, composting systems and rainwater harvesting in his retirement home.

Experience the beauty of rural Karnataka during the monsoon through heartwarming scenes of children playing, fishermen braving the seas, and villages embracing the rain.

A 70-acre forest, 5 crore trees, 13 ponds — and not a single rupee taken. This is the story of one man’s lifelong gift to nature.

Beekeeping is no longer just for farmers — it’s catching on in cities, balconies, and backyard gardens too. Wondering what tools you’ll need to get started? We’ve broken it down for you.