A walk of life: The vibrant saga of Delhi’s sidewalks

The city’s sidewalks are home to the homeless and a workplace for others. While they are a reflection of the myriad challenges of marginalized people, they also host simple joys like an afternoon slumber or a moment with friends over a meal

Time travel through Delhi’s rustic doors

The doorways of old Delhi serve as a portal to the times of architectural beauty. Some of them remain intact, some are ruined, while others are replaced by modern doors

Jantar Mantar: Vantage point to observe celestial bodies

Between Delhi’s iconic Connaught Place and Parliament lies a repository of the astronomical knowledge of the 18th century, reminding us that Earth is only one of the planets circling the sun

Delhi skies a feast for the eyes before winter arrives

With bone-chilling winter comes the lethal PM2.5 pollutants shrouding the Delhi sky with toxic smog, choking its residents.

In loving memory of those who lived with us

‘Dedicate a Bench’ is a programme at Sunder Nursery that raises public memorial for people to commit a bench to honour the passing of a cherished person

Humayun’s Tomb and its majesty on a sultry Delhi morning

Built in 1570, the glorious monument was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent and is also believed to be the architectural inspiration behind Shah Jahan’s Taj Mahal.

Siesta in the morning: Delhi summers take a heavy toll

With aggravating summer heat, many in the capital prefer to stay indoors. But what about those who eke out a living outdoors? Roadside tailors and shikanji sellers are just a few of those who are bearing the brunt of a difficult summer without adequate rewards

Where prayers are heard: Jama Masjid during Ramzan

Jama Masjid receives at least 500 visitors every Friday to offer prayers and have iftar in the open area during Ramzan. Patriot visits the iconic site to capture some festive moments of one such evening.