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ME & MY SHELF
Co-founder of Aleph Book Company, David Davidar spends much time fussing over the quality of books. That exacting approach to words is reflected in his own novels. He has just edited A Case of Indian Marvels, an anthology of stories by young Indian writers. Here are some of his favourite books of fiction by international writers.
Way to One's Hurt
Darlings, a breezy comedy, captures the raw realities of domestic violence
Singing Mama's Song
Ritviz Srivastava was only 21 when he broke out as a musician with the viral track 'Udd Gaye' (2017). Five years later, he's a part of the soundtrack for the hit webseries Ms. Marvel. RD catches up with the songwriter, days before the release of his debut full-length album, Mimmi
Clean The Things You Never Do
We often ignore important things in our housework routine. But adding a task or two is easy
WE FOUND A FIX
HELP, HACKS AND HOW TO
NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF MEDICINE
MIND OVER MIGRAINE
Green Is Good
The surprising health benefits of gardening
What It's Like to Be in a Coma
The twilight zone between life and death is a mystery that doctors can solve
I’m a Hero Behind the Wheel
The automobile industry is spending billions on self-driving cars, just so we can sit in the back seat being chauffeured around, like some high-powered corporate executive. But what if we quite like driving?
The Trouble With Phil
My chubby feline needed to lose weight—if I could only convince him to try
MIRACLE IN THE BLIZZARD
The remarkable thing about the fiery crash was not that 28 people died, but that 54 lived
In Step with Her Self
From Kuchipudi and Bharatanatyam to acting and activism, there is little that Mallika Sarabhai has not done in her celebrated and eventful career.
Music of the Heart
When I was young my father taught me flamenco guitar. Now I yearned to be part of that world again
YOU CALL THAT A COMPLIMENT?
A LITTLE PRAISE IS ALWAYS NICE-EXCEPT WHEN IT IS A TAD TOO HONEST!
The Beauty of Night-Blooming Flowers
Plants that unfurl their petals only in darkness are like poetry in blossom
The New Truth About CHOLESTEROL
The latest research and information will help you keep your levels in check
THE FUTURE OF TECH
From self-driving cars to space travel, we answer your questions about where technology is heading
Way to One's Hurt
Darlings, a breezy comedy, captures the raw realities of domestic violence
The New First-Aid Rules
Why you shouldn't soak a splinter, and other ways immediate care has changed
Stretch Yourself - Remain Limber As You Age
Remain limber as you age
Advice to the Young
One of the world's most celebrated writers has much to share-though she sometimes wonders whether she should keep her thoughts to herself
Beyond Burnout
What to do when (or ideally, before) stress reaches epic proportions
NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF MEDICINE
Olive Oil Could Add Years to Your Life
ALIA'S THEORY OF BECOMING
Alia Bhatt opens up about becoming a producer, how streaming is expanding her fanbase and being a nervous expectant mother
WONDER WALLS
Street art in India is altering our urban landscapes, but is it all a radical makeover or just cosmetic makeup?
My Parents, in Love
How could I tell? It was clear in a single moment
Midnight’s Children Turn 75
Like many others born in 1947, these five prominent Indians have given much to the nation. This month, as the country celebrates another historic anniversary, we ask what has India given them
Books: The Last White Man by Mohsin Hamid, Hamish Hamilton
Book review
Not Just Rocket Science
Actor R. Madhavan on donning many hats for Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, keeping his swimmer son grounded and why South Indian cinema is thriving
Could Fake Medicine Be As Effective As The Real Thing?
Could fake medicine be as effective as the real thing?