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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...

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 the blessings of...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 potatoes from...

India's culinary landscape, much like its history, is a vibrant tapestry woven from threads of diverse cultures and empires. From the Persians and Greeks to the Mughals and Europeans, each...

In the culinary world, few dishes represent the marriage of cultural exchange and innovation as beautifully as tempura. This iconic Japanese creation, with its ethereal batter and delicate flavours, has...