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FINGER CLICKING GOOD

Finally there’s a Smartphone that’s fit to fire your DSLR

RAISING THE BAR

In the dynamic world of mixology, where every drink tells a story and every pour is a masterpiece, a new chapter is being concocted by some of the bars. Here are eight bars that stirred up a riot.

TRUE BLUE

BLUE MAY BE a colour traditionally associated with all things royal, but when it comes to haute horology, especially Breguet, the hue lends its own cues.

DELICIOUS DINING WITH A SIDE OF LUSCIOUS VIEWS

Bonita, a quietly charming restaurant in Goa’s Arossim brims with flavour and a stunning landscape to boot.

A YEAR OF WONDER

Globetrotting to some of the more interesting travel options that spiced the calendar year

THE TASTE TEST - Some of the more interesting restaurants launched in Asia in 2024

In the dynamic culinary landscape of Asia, Spice embarks on a gastronomic journey through a kaleidoscope of noteworthy dining spots that shone through in 2024. From cosy havens celebrating rich cultural heritage using quality local ingredients to chic spaces blending global influences with a playful vibe, each venue offers something special, whether by the beach or beneath starry skies.

TECH TALK

From a Mac that became mini to gizmoheavy watches, from smart air purifiers to intelligent TVs, these top picks defined 2024.

BOOKS TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN 2025

Book review

PEACE ABOVE ALL

Devdutt Pattanaik offers an alternative view of the Harappan civilisation in his newest book, Ahimsa: 100 Reflections on the Harappan Civilization

A Wealth of SCHOLARSHIP

For art historian Aman Nath, 2024 was a great year for art books, demonstrating the range of India's cultural wealth

ECONOMICS BOOKS 2024

Book review

COLOUR OF SUCCESS

Apple iMac 2024 is a desktop that's as vibrant as a disco ball and twice as clever.

A ROADMAP FOR A HEALTHIER NATION

THE SCALE OF OUR HEALTHCARE CHALLENGES IS IMMENSE. FOR A 'SWASTHA, VIKSIT BHARAT', INDIA MUST STRIVE TOWARDS A CREATIVE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, PREDICTIVE PRECISION MEDICINE, BIG DATA AND PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS

THE GOLDEN AGE FOR INDIAN STORYTELLING

AS THE INDIAN ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY EVOLVES, TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS, GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS AND HYPER-LOCAL CONTENT ARE CREATING NEW OPPORTUNITIES AND CONNECTING DIVERSE NARRATIVES TO AUDIENCES WORLDWIDE

CHAR THE TAR

FROM PERFORMANCE ICONS TO SILENT EVS, MEET THE CLASS OF 2024 THAT REDEFINED LUXURY ON THE MOVE.

NOW FOR A GREEN BHARAT ABHIYAAN

INCREASINGLY, THE PATHWAY TO ADDRESSING CLIMATE CHANGE LIES IN DOMESTIC INITIATIVES IN INDIA AND OTHER COUNTRIES

Past Perfect

T.C.A. Raghavan shares his pick of the best history reads of the year gone by

HARNESSING INDIA'S AI POWER

THE COUNTRY STANDS POISED TO LEVERAGE AI’S TRANSFORMATIVE POTENTIAL THROUGH AGENTS, APPLICATIONS, LITERACY AND SAFETY

Certified Time

Watch brands start to offer certified pre-owned timepieces alongside their new collections.

THE NEW CONFLICT TRAJECTORIES

THE HINDU-MUSLIM BINARY IS STILL A POWERFUL POLITICAL REFERENCEPOINT. THE BJP'S FAILURE TO GET A MAJORITY ON ITS OWN HAS NOTDEFUSED THE COMMUNAL RHETORIC, BUT THE RSS'S PUSHBACKAGAINST FRINGE HINDUTVA ELEMENTS IS A POSITIVE SIGN

RETHINKING INDIA'S TRADE STRATEGY

INDIA MUST LOWER TARIFFS, EMBRACE HIGH-STANDARD FTAS AND ALIGN TRADE POLICIES WITH SHIFTING GLOBAL DYNAMICS TO THRIVE IN THE TRUMP 2.0 ERA

THE TALK AND DETER APPROACH

INDIA SHOULD COLLABORATE BUT NOT LET CHINA HOLD ITS INTERESTS TO RANSOM

HUE GRANT

Colour seems to be leading the charge of the watch brigade for 2024.

STRANGER THAN FACT

Geeta Doctor's favourite fiction reads of 2024 present a cabinet of curiosities

DESIRE ON WHEELS

Driving around Mumbai in a bright red G-wagen elicited a range of reactions from me and city residents. Spice got an exclusive first look at the new Mercedes-AMG G 63. Here's the verdict.

MODI'S TWIN CHALLENGES

AT HOME, THE PM HAS TO COME UP WITH BOLD REFORMS TO REV UP A SLOWING ECONOMY AND ENSURE EQUITABLE GROWTH. ABROAD, MODI HAS TO FIND A WAY TO STRIKE A DEAL WITH TRUMP ON HIS TARIFFS AND MIGRATION GROUSES AGAINST INDIA

THE ART OF THE APERITIF

A new beverage menu at Cirrus 9 outlines architectural gems lacing its rooftop views

THE FORD MACHINE AT WORK

Tom Ford was recently honoured with an outstanding achievement award at The British Fashion Council's Awards 2024. What's next for this American fashion designer, businessman and filmmaker? Raising his son in the UK, he says.

THE QUIET REFORMER

Manmohan Singh, prime minister of India between 2004 and 2014 and seen as the architect of India's economic liberalisation, passed away on December 26 at the age of 92.

MATCH POINT

Big names, brighter wrists. Legends meet luxury with clockwork precision.