Culture & Books

A slice of Ladakh in the heart of Delhi

A slice of Ladakh in the heart of Delhi

From monasteries to cultural artefacts, Ladakh’s presence in the Capital offers peace, heritage, and identity

October 4, 2025

70 Years of SIS: JNU’s global powerhouse marks a milestone

As one of India’s pioneering centres for international studies, the school continues to nurture voices that define the nation’s place…

September 28, 2025

Welcome to Daryaganj’s Durga Puja, where tradition meets history

From the city’s first Kali Bari to today’s vibrant pandals, the festival in the central Delhi area reflects the long…

September 27, 2025

Two Delhi schools, whose alumni became global leaders, turn 60

Navy Children School and GHPS mark six decades of producing global leaders who embody discipline, creativity, and service

September 20, 2025

Double-decker nostalgia returns to Delhi

The Capital may soon see electric double-decker buses on its streets, reviving memories of an era that shaped the city’s…

September 6, 2025

Delhi’s Old Secretariat: a witness to India’s political journey

From the 1911 Durbar to Vithalbhai Patel’s election as Speaker, the building has witnessed history unfold

August 25, 2025

Shankar’s International Dolls Museum charms visitors with miniatures

A vibrant collection of figurines at Shankar’s International Dolls Museum offers a glimpse into global cultures, craftsmanship, and history

July 12, 2025

Emergency: When Indira Gandhi donated Rs 90,000 for JP’s treatment

A new book reveals that the donation, which Narayan declined, came at a time when his health had deteriorated and…

June 25, 2025

First Census in Delhi: A walk down memory lane

India's first post-Independence census revealed a city transformed by Partition and migration, with all the makings of a modern new…

June 14, 2025

Names that outlived war: Two memorials, one city, countless sacrifices

In Delhi, the War Cemetery and National War Memorial offer a quiet meeting spot for history, grief, and pride

May 10, 2025