Culture & Books

Delhi’s got talent – and how

Delhi’s got talent – and how

Quite a few women in the national capital region stand out as symbols of what can be achieved if you focus on your goal. A glimpse into the lives and achievements of a few who could be role models for the younger generation

Patriot Bureau -March 4, 2022

They dare to be different: women in male-dominated professions

They dare to be different: women in male-dominated professions

These city women have cut a trail-blazing path through professions usually dominated by men. And they’ve done it with panache  

Ambica Gulati -March 3, 2022

‘Nothing is impossible’

‘Nothing is impossible’

Motivated by her father, Sheraton Hotel New Delhi’s Sous Chef Aditi Chatterjee is constantly learning and does not believe in resting on her laurels What or who inspired you to become a chef? My father has been an inspiration for me ever since I understood the art of cooking. Sitting on the kitchen platform on a […]

Ambica Gulati -March 3, 2022

‘I love the challenges’: Chef Nandita Karan

‘I love the challenges’: Chef Nandita Karan

The LaLit New Delhi’s Executive Chef Nandita Karan says passion for your work can help overcome all challenges  What motivated you to enter the world of professional cooking, despite the challenges? One of the biggest reasons for me to take up a career as a chef is my passion and love for food. Cooking is […]

Ambica Gulati -February 23, 2022

A Sunday at Chandni Chowk

A Sunday at Chandni Chowk

A paradise for foodies, shoppers and heritage lovers – walking through the walled city’s redeveloped grand road is like opening a treasure box   The redevelopment of Chandni Chowk is the talk of the town. That is reason enough to visit this chaotic, mesmerizing bazaar in the walled city. But, the crowd, heat and dust […]

Anmol Nath Bali -February 23, 2022

‘Accept us as we are’: Muslim girls from Delhi open up about the Hijab row

‘Accept us as we are’: Muslim girls from Delhi open up about the Hijab row

At Shaheen Bagh, a few women have come out in solidarity with those who prefer to drape themselves in hijab or burqa while stepping out of the house The hijab controversy in Udupi, Karnataka, is finding an echo at Shaheen Bagh – once notorious for the anti-CAA protests. Women are coming out at the protest […]

Judith Mariya Antony -February 16, 2022

“You can’t differentiate art”: Shailesh BR

“You can’t differentiate art”: Shailesh BR

Juggling with the diversity of art and complexity of machines, Shailesh BR creates artworks appealing to all generations by connecting everyday activities with philosophical concepts in layman terms Creating art that portrays day-to-day life by connecting the inner and outer world, artist Shailesh BR captures the audience with his eccentric artworks. He connects his observations, […]

Shruty Yadav -February 16, 2022

Revenge tourism at its best as heritage walks return

Revenge tourism at its best as heritage walks return

Delhi-ites are rediscovering their heritage and enjoying being outdoors, stomping out the tedium of lockdowns