Life & Style

What happens when a traveller, that too a solo female traveller from India, decides to visit one of the world’s most controversial countries? Indian travel content creator Sharanya Iyer (@trulynomadly) travelled solo through Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, documenting her fascinating journey. She just not explored the country’s dramatic mountains, she also met locals to understand their culture,…

Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland follows a strict diet of whole foods and organ meats. He consumes approximately six thousand calories daily to fuel his powerful performances. Haaland also admits to enjoying Indian cuisine, specifically mentioning lamb chops and butter chicken. Garlic naan is another favorite dish which he enjoys indulging in. This revelation has delighted…

Situated within the historic Alfred Park (Chandra Shekhar Azad Park), Allahabad Public Library is one of northern India’s oldest public libraries. Its impressive Gothic architecture and extensive collection of books, newspapers and government publications make it a significant cultural landmark of India. These ancient libraries not only preserved but kept intact the literary and intellectual…

Stories of travellers exploring three countries in one trip are going viral these days on social media. And most of you are wondering how they are doing it? Imagine standing in one spot and taking just a few steps and boom, you have entered a new country. Across the globe, there are fascinating border points…

A traditional Kanjivaram saree is rarely seen as a contemporary art canvas. But according to publicly available exhibition material and artist accounts, Delhi-based contemporary artist Abhay Sehgal was invited to create a site-specific work for the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco. Museums are seen as places where history is carefully preserved. Yet the most…

Matheo is a Spanish and French variation of Matthew and shares the meaning “Gift of God.” The name symbolises thankfulness, divine love and the happiness that accompanies a child’s arrival. It reflects the belief that every child is a treasured blessing whose life is a special gift. Names that mean “gift of God” carry a…

Whether it’s applying a kala tika to a newborn, tying a lemon and green chillies to a new vehicle, or quietly celebrating a personal achievement, many people follow traditions they believe help protect them from nazar. Across India and in many other cultures, these practices have been passed down through generations and continue to be…

Cristiano Ronaldo’s hairstyle during 2014 FIFA World Cup (Image Credit: Instagram/ @libraries) Cristiano Ronaldo‘s goals have made headlines for years, but one of the most memorable moments of his 2014 FIFA World Cup campaign had nothing to do with football. Instead, it was a simple zig-zag shaved into his hair that caught everyone’s attention. While…

While the United States is made up of 50 states, there’s just one state whose name starts with the letter G, making it a fun geography fact that many travellers don’t know. Today, this particular state is trending for hosting a FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match. And it’s none other than the…

Most people spend years trying to build a stronger body or a sharper mind. Very few stop to ask a different question: What makes a soul strong? Across spiritual traditions, the answer isn’t wealth, influence, or even knowledge. A strong soul is described as one that remains steady when life doesn’t go as planned. It…