This new restaurant in New Delhi serves food from undivided Punjab

This new restaurant in New Delhi serves food from undivided Punjab

The framed front page of a leading daily from the day India got independence, a grandmother’s old wooden comb, centuries-old sword — for a minute, I mistake it for someone’s home. But this is Ikk Punjab, a fine dining restaurant by Rajan and Deepika Sethi of Bright Hospitality in Connaught Place, the heart of New Delhi. As…

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Why dieting made us fat: On weight loss, metabolism and why food is not the enemy

Why dieting made us fat: On weight loss, metabolism and why food is not the enemy

Rujuta Diwekar in conversation with Shonali Muthalaly at The Hindu Lit for Life Festival 2026 at Sir Mutha Concert Hall in Chennai on Sunday. | Photo Credit: B. Jothi Ramalingam In the last three decades, trends in health have come and gone, but Rujuta Diwekar’s advice remains unchanged: eat local, traditional, whole foods, exercise regularly,…

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Inside Gaurang Shah’s three-storeyed textile museum in Hyderabad that celebrates Indian handlooms and crafts

Inside Gaurang Shah’s three-storeyed textile museum in Hyderabad that celebrates Indian handlooms and crafts

Gaurang Shah is tired of hearing people say ‘purane zamaane main… (in the good old times…)’, a phrase often tinged with nostalgia and disdain, when they discuss handwoven textiles and crafts. “There is so much to celebrate in the contemporary context,” says the Hyderabad-based textile designer, who has been working with craftspeople for three decades….

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It takes less than 5 minutes: Why this simple spot the difference challenge helps kids think better |

It takes less than 5 minutes: Why this simple spot the difference challenge helps kids think better |

Imagine a whimsical scenario where two charming woodpeckers lead children on an adventurous quest to sharpen their focus and patience. As young explorers uncover hidden differences in their vibrant plumage, from the shades of their feet to the unique wing designs, they nurture their observational skills. The image shows two cute woodpeckers sitting on tree…

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Why procrastination and nail-biting may not just be bad habits

Why procrastination and nail-biting may not just be bad habits

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Nail-biting, procrastination and avoidance are often framed as bad habits we can’t control, but a new psychology book argues that they’re more like survival strategies that may have once protected us. In “Controlled Explosions in Mental Health,” clinical psychologist Dr. Charlie Heriot-Maitland examined why people stick with…

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chef Harshini is reintroducing diners to the flavour-laden dishes of Kongunadu

chef Harshini is reintroducing diners to the flavour-laden dishes of Kongunadu

Fish fry at Kongunadu | Photo Credit: Special Arrangements Chef Lakshmi Divya Harshini always wanted to learn pastry making, but she had to wait until she turned 23. “My grandfather wasn’t ready to allow me to travel abroad alone, even though I had a Master’s degree in International Business,” she recalls. Once she completed her…

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How classical dance and yoga complement each other

How classical dance and yoga complement each other

In the silence of the music and the stillness of the movement , the expansive space of objectivity unfolds while I dance. In this space, everything seems leisurely, there is no urgency in the unfolding of characters and no visible end to this state of awareness. But as the muktayam plays, the awareness and objectivity…

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Arani silk weaving: How NIFT students learn from heritage artisans

Arani silk weaving: How NIFT students learn from heritage artisans

The quaint green village of Athimalaipattu, 14 km from Arani in Tamil Nadu, wakes up before sunrise. By dawn, the roads are alive with colour: long rows of silk threads stretched carefully from end to end, beaten gently to bring out their shine. Children run around, carrying ropes, sticks, and scissors, helping their weaver-parents with…

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Saina Nehwal on why setting limits early can help children grow strong, says “discipline bachpan mein zaroori hota hai” |

Saina Nehwal on why setting limits early can help children grow strong, says “discipline bachpan mein zaroori hota hai” |

In a recent interview, badminton sensation Saina Nehwal shared that her journey to stardom has been deeply influenced by her upbringing rather than just by accolades. Her parents instilled a solid foundation of belief, discipline, and the freedom to pursue her passion without the constraints of societal norms. Badminton icon Saina Nehwal spoke less about…

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Lifestyle icon Martha Stewart shares 7 tips for aging gracefully

Lifestyle icon Martha Stewart shares 7 tips for aging gracefully

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Martha Stewart has emphasized her focus on healthy living, as she remains physically active and engaged in business and creative pursuits well into her 80s. On a recent episode of the podcast “50 & Unfiltered,” the lifestyle icon, 84, spoke with her longtime friend and colleague, QVC…

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