Culture & Books

Know your Maghai paan from Sindhi and where to have them in Delhi

Know your Maghai paan from Sindhi and where to have them in Delhi

A nostalgic journey through the dwindling paan stalls of Delhi, where tradition lingers in every leaf and beetle nut

November 30, 2024

Slice of life: Lockdown tales from Delhi’s streets

In the New Delhi Book Club, Radhika Swarup crafts a vivid mosaic of life during the pandemic and traces ideas…

November 27, 2024

Exploring Delhi’s heritage through immersive walks

A five-day festival celebrates the Capital’s rich history and culture

November 26, 2024

Delhi: Why North and South blocks may fade, but their legacy won’t

From power centres to cultural treasures, Baker’s iconic buildings prepare for a historic transformation

November 23, 2024

Purvaee: Evoking Pedagogic Lineages

The exhibition features more than 200 artworks from the museum's collection, offering a glimpse into the artistic legacies of influential…

November 22, 2024

Hanuman Road marks 80 years as New Delhi’s first elite colony

A glimpse into the lives, landmarks, and lasting bonds of the city’s historic neighbourhood

November 9, 2024

Delhi’s misleadingly sweet spots: Story behind Laddu Ghati, Pul Mithai, and more

In the bustling heart of Delhi, where names promise sweet treats, only a few places live up to their sugary…

October 29, 2024

Diwali lights up Delhi’s temples, dargahs, churches, synagogues alike

The festival of lights transcends the boundaries of faith as places of worship of all denominations celebrate Diwali in the national capital

October 27, 2024

Forgotten Ramlila venues of Delhi

Exploring the spaces where Ramayana was once brought to life and which are now lost to memory

October 11, 2024

The Cultural Mosaic of Dussehra in Old Delhi

Exploring how the festival fosters communal harmony while showcasing the rich history of the capital 

October 11, 2024