Life & Style

The Indian Coffee House in Thiruvananthapuram designed by Laurie Baker is distinguished by its characteristic spiral form and environmentally friendly technologies. Baker made efficient use of local building materials and created a system of natural ventilation. This approach significantly reduces operational energy use through passive cooling and efficient design. These landmarks illustrate how contemporary architecture…

If you are a regular on social media, you might have often come across images that claim to reveal your hidden or true personality. Aptly called personality tests, they are often based on basic questions or an image and depending on what you answer or choose, a lot can be revealed about you.This particular test,…

Chiuri (Diploknema butyracea), also known as Indian Butter Nut, is a highly versatile tree that grows in the foothills of the Himalayas at an elevation between 300 and 1,500 meters. Its sweet, fleshy, oval fruit matures to a pale yellow colour. While the flesh of the fruit, which is sweet, may be eaten fresh, the…

Image Credit: Instagram/ soorya96 In the contemporary world, with ACs (Air Conditioners) ruling most of our households, we often forget that traditional Indian architecture had some very effective ways of ensuring a cool indoor environment naturally. Before the advent of the electricity-based methods of cooling our homes, natural means were used to keep the temperature…

Rajasthan’s Saarthak Naam Abhiyan encourages parents to choose meaningful names for children, moving beyond casual nicknames like ‘Chotu’ or ‘Kalu’. The initiative aims to foster dignity and strength, as names accompany individuals throughout life, impacting self-perception and societal interaction. While voluntary, the campaign offers a list of 3,000 culturally rich names, seeking to prevent embarrassment…

Yuzvendra Chahal, fondly known as ‘Yuzi’, is Indian cricket team’s charismatic leg-spinner who has created a unique name for himself across formats. From being a chess prodigy to becoming one of the most dependable bowlers of the Indian cricket team, his journey is inspirational. Chahal has played a significant role in myriad national and international…

Want to light up rooms and forge lasting bonds? Likability isn’t magic—it’s science. Psychology shows we form impressions in milliseconds, but traits like warmth and authenticity are what help you make connections. Having good relationships with others, be it family or co-workers, is what improves your personal and professional lives. So, if you wish to…

If your weekend felt unusually blinding, no, it was not the sun, it was rhinestones. Between glitter-drenched Coachella and the return of Euphoria (the no glitter one), and this weekend screams that minimalism has left the chat. The clean girl aesthetic? Gone. Replaced by chaotic, sparkly energy that looks like a craft store exploded in…

Sakshi Singh Dhoni effortlessly captivated attention at the CSK vs KKR match with her understated elegance. She sported a ₹16,500 soft pink handwoven mulberry silk kurta set from Surmaye, featuring delicate hand-painted magnolia flowers and stripes. Her simple yet polished look, devoid of heavy accessories, perfectly complemented the summer vibe and CSK’s significant win. There’s…

Neeraj Chopra is an Indian javelin thrower and Olympic gold medallist who has brought great pride to the country, through his achievements in athletics. He is widely regarded as one of the most successful sportspersons in India. His home in Haryana also reflects his inspiring journey from a small village to becoming a world champion….