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Therapy? Get it together

India is opening up, slowly, to group therapy. Sessions are cheaper. It's less isolating, more comforting. Look, the gang's all here

Green on the inside

No nails, no screws, no problem. Here's how to make chic, sustainable choices when renting

Dress to be scene

Viral brides, dapper dons, showstopper vamps. These 10 shows serve serious fashion goals

Add to cart? I'd rather not

Physical stores offer a shopping experience that online portals just can't compete with. Touch, feel, try, buy. It's instant gratification of the best kind

Destiny's grandchild

Samyukta Nair runs top restaurants in London and has stayed true to her Indian roots. Grandpa CP Nair, who founded the Leela hotels, would have been most proud

Catching the light

Kirti Kulhari's roles shine no matter how small the part, or the screen. But they hide years of darkness, fighting demons and learning to let go. See how she draws strength from sensitivity

Returning champion

For designer Bibhu Mohapatra, who's dressed Michelle Obama and opera divas, India remains both the muse and the ultimate market

Some buddy to lean on

When friends move away or begin a new life, staying in touch is tough, but all the more important. Here's distance learning: The BFF edition

Why a humblebrag is a drag

You're not modest if you have to tell the world you are. To hell with humility! Celebrate your wins

Doing the electric slide

Mercedes’ newer EVs are more aerodynamic, futuristic and tech-laden. The long-range EQE is the perfect but pricey example of this new philosophy

A high price to pay

Towering heels are at best, uncomfortable; at worst, dangerous. But on TV, women are in them from sun up to sun down. Come back to Earth, please?

Under the Tuscan sun

When the world thinks of Italy, it's really Florence they're thinking of. But amidst all the art, history and beauty are now touches of modern comfort and style

Rolling in the deep

Shreya Dhanwanthary has played real-life heroines and make-believe molls. But at heart, she's just a geek, hoping to inherit the Earth

These guys take the fall

Insta daredevils have nothing on Bollywood stunt doubles. See what it takes to risk it all

No more plane Jane

How to put together an airport look like acelebrity and have achic, comfortable journey ahead

All the knight moves

In the era of toxic on-screen heroes, here's championing the few good men

Tell me again, quickly

All the meat, witha little catch-up. These YouTube recappers are masters of the TL;DR universe

Get this party started

Make a big deal about your birthday, no matter how old you are. It's a chance to chase new experiences with loved ones

Hitting the high notes

These chefs, restaurants, dishes and experiences have been the highlight of the year so far. And there's more to come

He swoops to conquer

It's Gaurav Gupta's year. His gravitydefying gowns have shown up at the Oscars, Grammys and Paris Couture Week. How toruna global empire from a Noida studio? Just burst out of your own seams, he says

Character count

What does it take to steal the show? Actors who've been playing supporting roles that almost outshone the main story explain how they won us over

Are you not entertained?

How to break down a show or a movie the way the critics do. Aka, the world's shortest film-appreciation class

Stop shrinking the thinking

It's not OCD, it's just neat. Is it toxic or are you just peeved? Let's leave therapyspeak to the experts, shall we?

Asking For A Friend

As you grow older and find your own tribe, you realise that blood really isn't thicker than water. It's the friends you make who become your family

Fight for your right to love

Greek tycoons. Shy cowboys. Damsels, vampires, quivering members, steamy sex. Why hate on romance novels when we can all just enjoy them?

The massive attack

The Everglades variant of the Ford Bronco SUV packs some serious 4x4 hardware. It's a hardcore off-roader

Southern comforts

Is modern South Indian food finally getting its due? From Goa to New York, chefs are putting their heritage on a plate

Are you Team Navya yet?

She's just a girl and she's on fire. At 25, Navya Naveli Nanda is turning privilege and power into a force for women's rights. Comic books are just part of the mission

Addressing a question

Where should you live? In the buzzing centre of town? Or in a quiet suburb, far away? Every choice calls for compromise

Diplomatic privileges

State dinners across the world aren't known for their food. But ITC's chefs set a new standard at this year's G20 Summit