PERFECT LAUNCHPAD

If your dream of floating a start-up has been hamstrung by lack of funds, this dossier of government and private schemes is here to help.

Of STRENGTH and SISTERHOOD

COMPASSIONATE, SUPPORTIVE AND SELFLESS—THESE WORDS, IN THEIR TRUEST FORM, ARE A REFLECTION OF THE BOND SONALI BENDRE SHARES WITH HER FRIEND, SUSSANNE KHAN. IN A CANDID CHAT WITH SUKRITI SHAHI, THE ACTOR/AUTHOR TALKS ABOUT FINDING SOLACE AND STRENGTH IN HER GIRL GANG DURING TOUGH TIMES.

NOT WITHOUT MY GIRLS

The solace and strength that our girl squad gives us to deal with love, life and other things, is unparalleled, finds Shilpa Dubey

Glitz and glamour

The sixth edition of Femina Stylista South 2020 celebrated some of the finest in fashion and beauty, reports Madhu Daithota

I'LL BE THERE FOR YOU

Bharti Gehani and Honey Lulla run India’s first and only wheelchair-friendly salon in Mumbai. Friends since college, the two have been with each other through crests and troughs of life. Anindita Ghosh chats with them

Lean On Me...

... when you’re not strong, and I’ll be your friend, I’ll help you carry on,” sang legendary singer-songwriter Billy Withers. Who doesn’t need a girlfriend? In fact, be it friends, mentors, colleagues, bosses or mothers-in-law, women lifting each other up is perhaps the best support, therapy any woman would ever need. Femina’s Women’s Day big story brings you inspiring stories of strong bonds between women who stuck it out through thick and thin, nudging you to remember your own

CODE Chromosome

Beauty lies not only in the eyes of the beholder, but also in the genes. Apart from external factors, the DNA makeup of a person dictates skin concerns and its ageing process, says Sukriti Shahi

HELPING HANDS

Everybody does it; nobody really admits to it. But, the fact remains, we should be proud of our skills between the sheets, even if we’re the only ones under them, says Charlene Flanagan

Divine danseuse, ACE ACTOR

Even at 70, Indian cinema’s original dream girl Hema Malini is bursting with energy, juggling a full life with politics, dance, and cinema, all occupying centrestage, finds Neeti Jaychander

Common Ways People Sabotage Their Physical Relationship

Hemchhaya De lists common ways in which people tend to sabotage their physical relationships

Is There Anything Shraddha Kapoor Cannot Do?

She can act, she can sing, and she can pop and lock like a pro. Is there anything Shraddha Kapoor cannot do? Ruman Baig chats with the young firebrand to find out what makes her tick.

Health At Your Fingertips

Entrepreneur Neiharika Rajiv tells Hemchhaya De why she felt the need to launch a unique healthcare platform, SuvidaCare

THE DARK WEB

All Pattathil Dhanya Menon, India’s first woman cybercrime investigator, wanted to do was to dance. She took up the profession on the insistence of her grandfather. She shares her journey with Shraddha Kamdar

Nothing to hide

Paromita Gupta, a 30-year-old marketing professional battles alopecia, but refuses to be looked at as a victim. However, getting there took years.

DASH TO VICTORY!

Star sprinter Hima Das speaks to Hemchhaya De about her Olympic dreams and what motivates her to keep going

Common Sex Related Fears And How To Deal With Them

Sex should be a pleasurable activity. But sometimes it can be a source of deep anxiety among women. Hemchhaya De lists the most common fears and how to deal with them

Dealing With Dating Anxiety

Suffering from dating anxiety? Neeti Jaychander tells you how to deal with it

Of Trauma & Triumph - Deepika Padukone and Laxmi Agarwal

What do Deepika Padukone and Laxmi Agarwal have in common? They both possess unparalleled grit and determination to overcome obstacles. In a freewheeling chat with nikshubha garg, they open up about being women, their low moments, and learning from each other

Splurging On Beauty: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly

Navigating through the myriad options available in the beauty aisle can be both, tempting and confusing. Shruti Shukla shares basic guidelines from industry experts to help you ace beauty budgeting

How To Survive A Slow Down

Financial pundits are predicting a gloomy time ahead for the global as well as indian economy. Nobody can argue numbers as growth figures continue plummeting with declining gdp figures, and inflation hits all-time high. Survival instincts should kick in now, as we propose you step up the game and take all measures to stay afloat in this period of uncertainty. Femina speaks to a few financial experts on how to secure your money during this economic slump

HIGH TIME

In the midst of the festivities, mixologist Sonali Mullick is challenging convention, raising the bar, and leaving her guests in high spirits, finds Charlene Flanagan

LOCK, STOCK, invest!

The stock market sounds enticing, yet elusive to many. Shraddha Kamdar gives you the lowdown on how to let your earnings rise with it

SKY'S THE LIMIT

Anny Divya is the youngest Boeing 777 commander in the world. Anindita Ghosh chats with her SKY’S THE LIMIT

HOT RIGHT NOW

All that’s fresh and fun on the beauty shelf

BERRY NICE

In season now, strawberries bring a burst of flavour. Enjoy them in different ways using these recipes

Till Divorce Do Us Apart

Separation from a spouse is tough, and wanting to legalise it, tougher. Shilpa Dubey speaks to experts for pointers on asking for a divorce

What Do The New Year's Resolutions Say About Your Personality?

What do the New Year’s resolutions you make or decide to break, say about your personality? Let this quiz help you find out.

Give Your Sex Life A Boost With These Positions From Kama Sutra!

Want to give your sex life a major boost? Take cue from the Kama Sutra! Neeti Jaychander lists out some of its popular positions

NEW DAY, NEW YOU

This year, make self-care a priority with Femina FLAUNT Studio Salon. Shruti Shukla takes you through this luxurious space that’s redefining salons, riding the wave of holistic wellness, and taking the legacy of Femina to new heights

WALK THE WALK

Artist Jasmeen Patheja has been at the forefront of the fight against street harassment globally. She speaks to Hemchhaya De about how and why she initiated the Blank Noise movement