Culture & Books

Vivek Shukla -November 30, 2024

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

Neha Kirpal -November 27, 2024

Slice of life: Lockdown tales from Delhi’s streets

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 such as community, isolation, and resilience through a neighbourhood in the national capital

Yusra Nazim -November 26, 2024

Exploring Delhi’s heritage through immersive walks

Exploring Delhi’s heritage through immersive walks

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

VIVEK SHUKLA -November 23, 2024

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

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

Patriot Bureau -November 22, 2024

Purvaee: Evoking Pedagogic Lineages

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 artists, educators

VIVEK SHUKLA -November 9, 2024

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

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

VIVEK SHUKLA -October 29, 2024

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

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 expectations—discover the truth behind the provenance of Laddu Ghati, Pul Mithai, Jalebi Chowk, and Gali Batashan

VIVEK SHUKLA -October 27, 2024

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

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