Culture & Books

-December 5, 2024

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

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 guide to 50 lesser-known cities that are rich in culture, heritage, and natural beauty

-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

-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

-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

-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

-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

-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

-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