Culture & Books

Secrets of the Delhi Assembly: Revolutionaries, a hidden tunnel, and a gallows room

Secrets of the Delhi Assembly: Revolutionaries, a hidden tunnel, and a gallows room

Once a site of trials and executions, the assembly walls whisper tales of a turbulent past

January 18, 2025

Delhi’s first assembly election: A journey back to 1952

A look at some of the people who were instrumental in first electoral battle in the national capital

December 21, 2024

Delhi gave me the exposure, journalism gave me voice: says Varun Soni, author of India Beyond Metros

Varun’s journey from journalism to being a writer is a story of India’s hidden gems; his books offer travellers a…

December 6, 2024

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