India is often thought of as a land of ancient, native plants, but many of the crops and trees we now treat as “Indian” actually came from other parts of the world. Over centuries, trade routes, colonial rule, and scientific exchanges moved seeds and saplings across continents. Plants that started as a few exotic arrivals…
Every wardrobe needs one saree that is entirely, unapologetically yours. Perhaps it is an unusual colour combination. A fabric you were told does not work. A weave from a region you visited once and never forgot. Rules in dressing are useful until they are not – and a personal-signature saree is the reminder that the…
What do luxury Indian travellers need? Enough money to buy luxury in a foreign land. Good news is that there are several nations where the value of the Indian Rupee is beyond your imagination. It is because these countries have weaker local currencies, making them ideal for budget-friendly exploration for Indian travellers. You’ll be surprised…
If you ever spot a mango lying on the ground in Singapore, think thrice before picking it up because what may feel like a harmless travel moment can actually land you in several legal troubles, including hefty fines. As a first-time visitor, you might not be aware of the ‘mango laws’ of Singapore. It’s strange…
I’m technically Gen Z. I was born into the right years, grew up with the internet, and witnessed the rise of social media like everyone else in my generation. And yet, more often than not, I’m told I don’t “feel” Gen Z enough. It’s a strange kind of identity crisis, belonging to a group on…
If you ever spot a mango lying on the ground in Singapore, think thrice before picking it up because what may feel like a harmless travel moment can actually land you in several legal troubles, including hefty fines. As a first-time visitor, you might not be aware of the ‘mango laws’ of Singapore. It’s strange…
“My fundamental of parenting is that when you send your kids for gymnastics, they have all these little protections so that if they fall, they don’t hurt themselves badly,” says Shahid Kapoor, a thought that neatly anchors a parenting philosophy that is both practical and deeply personal.In his view, children should be allowed to stumble,…
Peppers are hardy growers, but the wrong neighbours can quietly set them back.Image Credits: Google Gemini If you’ve caught the gardening hobby recently, chances are peppers are on your grow list. They are forgiving, productive and just right in a backyard raised bed or even a sunny balcony container. However, here’s something most beginning gardeners…
Picture this: You’re on a dream voyage across some of the most remote waters on Earth, and one fine day, it turns into a chilling public health case study.The Hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship has turned into the kind of nightmare public health officials dread. What’s even more concerning is the fact…
The distance between your tomato plants matters far more than most people think.Image Credits: Google Gemini Each spring, millions of Americans go to their local nursery, pick up a few tomato seedlings and plant them with the best of intentions. Then July comes, and something goes wrong. The plants are crowded, the leaves begin to…