Lifestyle

Jayali Wavhal -May 17, 2022

The hassle of house hunting in Delhi

The hassle of house hunting in Delhi

Many people coming to Delhi to pursue their education or career know how difficult it can be to find a living space for rent in the capital. Right from the high cost of living and opportunist brokers to the constant discrimination by house owners, Delhiites talk about their house hunting struggles

Akshay Vashistha -May 11, 2022

It’s time we talk about women’s reproductive rights

It’s time we talk about women’s reproductive rights

Family planning in India, let alone in the national capital region, is not discussed with much ease. Considering how India is struggling with overpopulation, which is mounting increasing pressure on the already stressed and limited resources, the need to discuss subjects such as contraception, and sexual and reproductive rights becomes more necessary than ever

Tanisha Saxena -May 3, 2022

Playing the right cards

Playing the right cards

When the lockdown prevented children from playing outdoors, two Delhi-based entrepreneurs used the opportunity to create card games that educate children on nature, environment and geography – while having fun

Team Patriot -May 2, 2022

Delhi Summers: Cucumber losing its cool quotient

Delhi Summers: Cucumber losing its cool quotient

While the heatwave is keeping several people locked inside their air-conditioned homes and offices, vendors have to spend the entire day outdoors to earn a meagre livelihood. Delhi’s locally produced summer drinks and food offer passersby much-needed respite.

Judith Mariya Antony -April 27, 2022

Cardiovascular diseases: Heart trouble starts young

Cardiovascular diseases: Heart trouble starts young

India has a shockingly large incidence of cardiovascular diseases in youngsters, due to a combination of genetic reasons and changed lifestyle patterns, particularly junk food, sedentary habits and substance abuse 

Jayali Wavhal -April 27, 2022

Don’t buy, rent – that’s the new mantra in town

Don’t buy, rent – that’s the new mantra in town

Rental services in the capital are helping youngsters save money on all they need for living comfortably: from furniture to TVs, washing machines, iPhones and laptops. Even bed sheets, pillows, vases, lamps and crockery are on offer

Patriot Bureau -April 27, 2022

India Art Fair: Empathy gets an artistic airing

India Art Fair: Empathy gets an artistic airing

In line with the new trend of inclusiveness brought about by the distress of artists during the pandemic, the India Art Fair gives a chance to lesser known artists and those from marginalised communities a chance to be featured along with the bigwigs of the art world

Tanisha Saxena -April 25, 2022

A pawfect ride service to ferry your pets

A pawfect ride service to ferry your pets

When private cabs and public transport failed to provide convenient travel to pets, the concept of pet taxis became a niche business. Today, Delhi-NCR has more than 20 pet taxi services, especially designed to provide comfortable travel for furry friends.