Author: Sharad Natani
Lights, camera, celebrations! The Delhi government is set to roll out a sweeping plan to transform the national capital into a global hotspot for destination weddings and high-profile events, leveraging its rich cultural heritage and modern infrastructure. Announcing the initiative, Delhi’s Minister for Art, Culture and Tourism, Kapil Mishra said the city’s vast pool of underutilized historical monuments could soon become the backdrop for weddings, book launches, cultural evenings, and private events. “We’re identifying 70–80 heritage sites across the city that can host these celebrations—without compromising their integrity,” he said. Some of the lesser-known yet stunning locations include: Mutiny Memorial…
“You’re wasting electricity!” — A sentence we’ve all heard growing up. But while we switched off fans and lights at home, one Indian engineer saw a much bigger problem. Meet Bharath Rankawat, an engineer from Haryana who transformed a household frustration into a revolutionary device that now helps 23,000+ users save electricity and lakhs in bills, all while fighting climate change. The Invention: Enlog Bharath’s startup Enlog created a real-time power optimisation device that reduces electricity wastage by up to 23%. It automatically monitors energy use, corrects inefficiencies, and detects silent current leakages — an invisible issue that inflates electricity…
When global fashion giant Prada unveiled a sleek pair of leather sandals eerily similar to India’s iconic Kolhapuri chappals, they didn’t expect what followed — a cultural backlash, social media firestorm, and a call for credit from the very artisans who’ve handcrafted these symbols of tradition for over 800 years. What was initially seen as intellectual appropriation soon turned into a moment of global reckoning. Faced with outrage from craft advocates, fashion historians, and thousands online, Prada did the unthinkable: it acknowledged the roots of the design and sent a delegation to Kolhapur, the heartland of these heritage sandals. A…
In a world where hunters are often remembered with disdain, Jim Corbett stands tall as a legendary exception — a man who walked fearlessly among tigers, yet only raised his rifle when human lives were at stake. On the occasion of his 150th birth anniversary, India remembers the man who didn’t just kill 33 man-eating tigers and leopards, but also laid the foundation for wildlife conservation in the country. From the Forests, For the Forests Born in 1875 in the lush foothills of the Himalayas, Edward James Corbett grew up with the forests of Kumaon as his playground and classroom.…
In a historic move to boost India’s sporting future, the Delhi government has significantly increased cash awards for Olympic and Paralympic medallists. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta’s Cabinet approved a hike that will now see Olympic gold medallists receiving ₹7 crore, silver medallists ₹5 crore, and bronze medallists ₹3 crore. That’s not all—Gold and Silver winners will now directly receive Group A government jobs, while bronze medallists will be appointed to Group B posts, said Minister Ashish Sood in a press briefing at the Delhi Secretariat. “This is not just a reward—it’s an investment in India’s sports talent,” said Sood. Free…
No bar in India feels complete without it. No spirit has inspired such loyalty. Meet Old Monk, India’s iconic dark rum that has quietly conquered hearts in over 50 countries — and it did it all without flashy marketing, celebrity endorsements, or even a television commercial. Launched in the 1950s, Old Monk is more than a drink — it’s an emotion. For generations, it has stood for warmth, friendship, and stories told over candle-lit evenings. Its classic bottle, deep brown hue, and smooth, mellow finish remain unchanged — a rare feat in an age where brands rebrand every few years.…