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Nani, Toxic and the Problem With the Pan-India Formula
A wider cast and a wider release cannot guarantee a deeper connection. Nani’s remarks and the criticism of Toxic raise an uncomfortable question about pan-India ambition.
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The Bengaluru Restaurants Actually Worth Caring About This September
From produce-led vegetarian dining and 72-hour pizza dough to coffee omakase and regional kitchens, seven Bengaluru addresses with a clear point of view.
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Books / Culture
An Interview with Dr. Sarah Waheed on Recovering the Sovereign Legacy of Chand Bibi
Bengaluru: How we remember the past is never a neutral act. For centuries, mainstream narratives of Indian history have suffered from a distinct double-blindness—they have remained overwhelmingly centered on the grand, imperial courts of the global North while…
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Living
Festive Home Decor Trends 2026: Less Décor, More Mood
Bengaluru: From warm pools of light and familiar fragrances to personal objects and thoughtful festive gifting, the biggest festive home decor trends of 2026 are less about filling a room and more about creating one people want to…
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Travel
Post-Monsoon India Is Better Than Peak Season—Here Are the Trips to Take Before Everyone Arrives
The best post-monsoon destinations in India—from Hampi and Coorg to Ziro, Ladakh and Srinagar—before peak-season crowds arrive.
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Penélope Cruz Wears ZOYA High Jewellery at TIFF, Bringing Indian Craft to the Red Carpet
India’s colours, craft traditions and spice-inspired design find an international stage as Penélope Cruz wears ZOYA’s gemstone creations at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Business
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Business
The Visionary Palate: A Conversation with Pulkit Arora, Director of CYK Hospitalities – Building Systems and Storytelling
Bengaluru: From a well-established career in the competitive world of software to the dynamic landscape of hospitality, Pulkit Arora, Co-founder and Director of Gurugram-based CYK Hospitalities, has forged a remarkable path. Along with co-founder Simranjeet Singh, he has…
Health
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Health
How Luxury & Science Are Converging in India’s Wellness Sector
Bengaluru: India’s wellness sector is undergoing a remarkable transformation, emerging as a global hub where luxury and science converge. Centuries-old traditions such as Ayurveda, yoga, and meditation are now integrated with modern therapies, diagnostics, and technology to…
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