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Being lit is the problem

Switched from smoking to vaping? Here's where science and the law stand on the use of e-cigarettes

A delicious return

The National Street Food Festival, back after a Covid break, showcased dishes from all 28 states. Stalls were full, showing vendors how much they were missed

Today's special: Fresh ideas

Fine dining sometimes costs the earth. It doesn’t have to exploit it too. See how four chefs are minimising waste, championing local and serving seasonal at every meal

Eating Into Your Time

A good barometer of friendship: The kind of meals you typically have. Coffee is for casual pals, dinner is for the inner circle

This way to a glow-up

Dermatologists tell us what they wish every Indian knew about skincare. It doesn't always have to cost the earth

Call in the tropes!

They don't make American highschool cliches like they used to. Here are 10 of our favourites from film and TV

A new Italian stallion

Ferrari's first four-door, four-seater car seems like it was made for India

Consent and sensibility

We're not taught to set boundaries, let alone heed someone else's. No wonder we struggle with consent in bed

New to the recession?

Update your CV, tap into old networks, upskill. A downturn is coming. Those who lived through the last one have the best survival tips

How flavours explode

In NYC, reservations at Dhamaka sell out in minutes. Its India pop-up won locals over too. What's Chintan Pandya's secret?

Joining forces

Solo success is hard enough. But partnerships are tougher. Three duos tell us why their creative collabs have been worth it

The Versatile Delight of India's Basmati Rice

Where there is biryani, there is Basmati. India's fragrant rice deserves much more

Home Renovation: Top Dos and Don'ts

Those design hacks playing on social media will ruin your home's aesthetic. Experts show you what to avoid, and what to do instead

On tour with the stars

From making and breaking friendships to igniting new romances, Bollywood tours involve a lot more than song and dance

The simple knot

Intimate weddings, with a focus on guests, not garish flourishes, are sadly vanishing

Leading by design

What does it take to reach the top, stay there and stay real? We ask fashion creator, entrepreneur and investor Masoom Minawala Mehta

How a new chapter begins...

Lit-fest crowds are all very good. But to spot a serious book lover, head to usedbook markets. And prep with these tips

Waging the green battle

It’s the little paper straw against the world. Do our little switches really add up to big differences for the planet?

When Should You Seek Professional Help?

When should you seek professional help? Any time is a good time, but some milestones call for a helping hand

How Mask-Wearing Has Become A Class Issue?

Mask-wearing has gone from being a socially responsible habit to becoming a class issue

Lightning bolts

The fastest, heaviest, most expensive supercar in the world is also electric. Even at 22 tonnes, Pininfarina Battista can do 358 kph

No clouds, light reign

Delhi rapper King has gone from working a government job to featuring on the Spotify Global Top 25 playlist. See how his life has changed since then

Raita time, raita place

This delicious, cooling side dish is unique to North India but different versions of it exist across the world. So, where did it come from?

All the write choices

Four novelists tell us why they write, what inspires them, and what books you should be reading too

Every Question You've Ever Had About Caviar, Lined Up In A Roe

Why is this delicacy so easily and cheaply available now? What should the good stuff taste like? And how does China fit in?

How To Be The Best Crew For The Bride And Groom!

BFF getting married? Forget everything you know. You're now the handholder, ringleader and Chief Solutions Officer

Click Here To Get Rich

Where does your money go? We look at spending trackers and finance apps to figure out if the bots can actually help with your budgeting

Hidden treasures

The big surprise on The Romantics is seeing the reclusive director Aditya Chopra. Why do some celebrities stay out of the spotlight?

An eye on the future

Salman Rushdie's new novel, Victory City, feels like it draws parallels from his own life

The way we wore

Thrift stores, swap meets, pre-loved designer sales, new old favourites. Indian fashion is finally doing right by the Earth. Are you?