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Gulmarg: where traditional Kashmiri hospitality meets modern après-ski experiences

For Kashmir native Krishan Anand, Gulmarg is more than just a picturesque ski destination — it is a repository of memories steeped in nostalgia. He fondly recalls stories of his grandfather, who, in the 1960s, would ride up to the town (situated in Baramulla district, north of Kashmir) on horseback, leaving his car in Tangmarg below. Back then, Gulmarg was a serene retreat, where newlyweds like his grandparents spent their days playing golf on lush meadows and savouring steaming cups of kahwa at the historic Nedous Hotel, established in 1888 — a tradition that continues today.While Gulmarg has earned international…

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Feb

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In Mumbai, take a seat under the stars for some poetry, music and conversation

Sriti Jha performs at a past edition of the Spoken Fest in Mumbai | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement When was the last time you sat on the grass, and listened to poetry? Or when you found yourself completely immersed in lyrical lines under the stars, and were inspired to put pen to paper?Having steadily grown since its first edition in 2018, the Spoken Fest in Mumbai this year will see over 70 artistes who will take the stage for spoken word performances, music, discussions and more on February 1 and 2 at the Jio World Garden, BKC. This year, Kommune’s…

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03

Feb

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Mammootty’s next with ‘Falimy’ director Nithish Sahadev

Nithish Sahadev with Mammootty | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Actor Mammootty is teaming up with Nithish Sahadev, director of the blockbuster comedy film Falimy (2023) for his next venture. The film is produced by the actor’s production house, Mammootty Kampany.“The film will be of a different genre from that of Falimy. Mammookka will be playing the central character. The narrative is set in the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border. Audience can expect action, drama and dark humour,” says Nithish.He adds that the shoot will commence once Mammootty completes filming Mahesh Narayanan’s project with Mohanlal and Kunchacko Boban in May. “We have been…

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Feb

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‘XO, Kitty’ Season 2 review: Romance and chaos reign supreme in Anna Cathcart’s fun teenage drama

A still from ‘XO, Kitty’ Season 2 There’s an endearing charm to Anna Cathcart’s Kitty Song-Covey and her brand of chaos in XO Kitty that you cannot get enough of. Returning for its second season after two years, XO Kitty is chaotic and messy thanks to its numerous love triangles, romantic entanglements, and more, but it stays true to the spirit of author Jenny Han’s comforting world of largely tropey teenage drama. In season 2, Kitty is back at Korean Independent School of Seoul (‘KISS’ - all the episode names play on this very convenient school name), determined to be a…

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03

Feb

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Here’s what makes Skoda Kylaq a compelling addition to the compact SUV segment

Kylaq sits comfortably in the competitive compact SUV category, offering a balanced mix of practicality, style and driving dynamics | Photo Credit: Special arrangement The Skoda Kylaq, tailored to meet the unique demands of Indian roads, is a compact SUV that brings a distinctive European flair to the segment. Based on the same platform as the Skoda Kushaq, but measuring under four meters in length, the Kylaq sits comfortably in the competitive compact SUV category, offering a balanced mix of practicality, style and driving dynamics.  Skoda’s signature crystalline design language, characterised by sharp lines and intricate details | Photo Credit:…

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Feb

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How two friends turned real-life experiences into a dozen short stories for their first book

Sajith Nair and Dr Radhika C Radhakrishnan with their book The Balloon Girl | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT For Dr Radhika C Radhakrishnan and Sajith Nair, their book The Balloon Girl is the realisation of a dream. The short story collection navigates through human lives, presenting a tapestry of relationships, emotions and memories. Dr Radhika, a paediatric nephrologist in Thiruvananthapuram, and Sajith, an HR professional based in Dubai, were students of Mannam Memorial Residential Public School in the State capital. “Radhika was my junior and we didn’t know each other well while in school. We connected when a school alumni…

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02

Feb

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Pongal Bird Count – The Hindu

It’s that time of the year when forested areas are aflutter with the high-pitched sounds of the wispy little greenish warbler and the guttural teek teek of the Indian blue robin. One can also catch a glimpse of brown shrike that comes from Japan, the blue-tailed bee eater from Europe and Russia, as well as birds like Indian pita and paradise flycatcher that come from the Himalayas. Bird watching in action | Photo Credit: Vinod Sadhasivan As many as 300 plus bird species have been documented across Tamil Nadu during the Pongal Bird Count coordinated by the Tamil Birders Network and Bird Count India. The data provides information on the distribution and abundance of…

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Feb

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How to find an Hermès Kelly bag in India

At the 2024 Paris and Milan fashion weeks, the Hermès Kelly bag was a standout accessory among attendees. In Paris, Vogue editors even noted an “unplanned Kelly parade” as influencers and fashion journalists in the front row flaunted Kelly bags in different styles, sizes, and colours, showcasing its versatility. Model Kendall Jenner was also spotted in Paris, wearing a dark grey power suit by The Row paired with a brown leather Hermès Kelly bag.In India, the Ambani family has often been seen with the iconic Kelly. In October, Isha Ambani attended a Mumbai event with a custom Hermès Mini Kelly bag with…

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Feb

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Mumbai: A photo exhibition sheds light on the Jaunsari tribe of Uttarakhand

‘I Am Jaunsari’, delves into the story of Jaunsari tribe, which is perpetually at risk of losing its essence, heritage, culture, traditions, and landscape | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Every migration carries a story of how and why a family or a community of people moved or were displaced from their home to a new one. In the early 1980s, when Nitin Joshi’s family migrated from their ancestral home in Uttarakhandnestled in the hills of the western Himalayas, it left a sense of emptiness within the family. A Pune-based documentary photographer and storyteller , Nitin decided from a young age…

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Feb

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Veteran parai artiste Velu Aasan, who won the Padma Shri 2025, on the ancient Tamil folk art form

Parai artiste Velu Aasan, who is based in Alanganallur near Madurai | Photo Credit: MOORTHY G R Velmurugan was standing with onlookers at Alanganallur’s yearly Muniyandi temple festival when his uncle Saevugan and troupe were playing the parai. Velmurugan, who is now known as Velu Aasan (‘aasan’ means teacher in Tamil), was ten years old then. “I don’t know what came over me,” recalls the 55-year-old over phone from Mettamalai village near Sattur in Virudhunagar district. “My body started moving to the beats spontaneously.” His uncle then offered the percussion instrument to Velu. “That was the first time I held…

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