Nagaland is home to many festivals, the most famous of which is the Hornbill Festival. These celebrations highlight the state's rich cultural heritage and diverse tribal traditions. One notable festival is Moatsu Mong, celebrated by the Ao Naga tribe of Nagaland. This three-day festival occurs in May, following the sowing season, and serves as a time for community bonding, thanksgiving,...

　　Although there is an incredible variety of wildlife in the natural world, some species are so uncommon that only a select few will ever get to see them. Since these elusive animals frequently live in isolated or protected areas, seeing them is both difficult and a tribute to the richness of the earth. Seeing the habitats of these endangered creatures...

　　With the rise of specialty coffee in cafés in recent years, Copenhagen has truly carved out a distinctive place for itself on the global coffee map. If you’re visiting this vibrant city, don’t miss the chance to explore some incredible cafés that serve exquisite brews—experiences that will delight your palate and elevate your coffee game. 　　Prolog Coffee 　　 　　Prolog Coffee,...

　　Kolkata remains a city that favours fish and meat-centric cuisine, but there’s a growing demand for options that cater to the vegan lifestyle. While the vibrant vegan café scene is still emerging, we’ve curated a selection of fantastic spots that cater to this growing dietary preference. Discover these vegan gems dotted around The City of Joy and explore new flavours...

　　“People have always been fascinated by the ancient Silk Route; I want to show them a slice of it,” says Adiba Jehan, a fellow traveller I met on my flight to Leh. The 27-year-old is a descendant of the Argon community of Ladakh that was once active on this historic trading route that stretched over 6,500 kilometres, connecting Asia, Europe,...

　　Pilgrims and religious worshippers will soon observe Maha Shivaratri on February 26, a celebration that honours Hindu deity Shiva. During this time, devotees often flock to various destinations and undertake spiritual journeys. One such transformative spiritual journey is the Panch Kailash Yatra or five sacred sites intimately connected to Shiva. 　　The Panch Kailash Yatra invites travellers to forge a deeper...

　　If youve ever stood at baggage claim wondering which bag is yours as grey, black, and maroon suitcase after suitcase comes down the conveyer belt, youll know the joy of coming across something colorful and unique. 　　Enter: Monos. 　　They’re stylish, functional, and built to last. And, my personal favorite part? They come in colors like sage green, which happens to...

　　The Sultanpur National Park (formerly Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary) has long acted as a much-needed green respite for city dwellers living in and around Delhi NCR. Tucked away in the centre of Haryana, this sanctuary is roughly 50 kilometres from New Delhi and 15 kilometres from Gurugram. It makes for a great green patch for nature lovers and bird watchers as...

　　A tap on my shoulder. “The bus will leave without you,” I turned around to find Iqbal frantically pointing towards the distant bus that drove us from the Dhordo Tent City to the White Rann. “It is 8.30. We told you we will leave by 8 am!” Iqbal, the conductor, scolded as we ran towards the waiting bus. 　　While I...

　　It is Valentine’s Day, and I find myself thinking: How old is this phrase: “I love you.” How timeless yet banal. Why do lovers repeatedly affirm those three potent words, “I love you,” throughout their relationship? Does it serve to fortify their bond? Is there a sense of vulnerability that such repetition seeks to reassure? Can the act of repetition...