Guest Column

Sustainability has often been considered to be a feature of rural landscapes, when in fact urban areas are home to a myriad of ecosystems and natural wealth, harbouring rich biodiversity.…

As we celebrate World Habitat Day, let us commit to creating a future where the youth are at the forefront of urban transformation. By doing so, we can build urban spaces that are vibrant,…

In the job market, fancy salary packages and tags of fancy corporate brands come at a hefty cost to personal life. Both are markers of the status of superiority and achievement in the…

In the heart of Andhra Pradesh, nestled amidst the sacred hills of Tirumala, lies the world-renowned Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, a pilgrimage destination for millions of devotees seeking…

Anna Sebastian Perayil, 26, was only four months into her job when she succumbed from stress related to work overload. In her letter to the chairman of the company, her mother Anita…

Once upon a time, there was a suitable boy. He was well-educated, well-groomed, liberal in his beliefs about girls and financially secure. He wanted to get married and left, like most…

Ishanee Chanda When I was a child, my home was a classic, traditional Indian home. Kishore Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar would croon softly while my mother cooked goat and chicken and okra…

Varq, that delicate sheet of silver or gold draped over Indian sweets and delicacies, is more than a mere ornament. It’s a culinary tradition that transcends eras, carrying the essence of…

In the heart of Odisha, where tradition and innovation converge, a culinary masterpiece has emerged – the chakuli roll. This ingenious creation takes the humble chakuli, a fermented rice and…

High potato prices have consistently made the headlines in Odisha since West Bengal government stopped supply to other states around mid-July. While the northeast states that depend on…