Why Is Ravana Burnt on Dussehra? The Story and Symbolism Behind Ravan Dahan
Discover why Ravana's effigy is burnt on Dussehra, the Ramayana story behind Ravan Dahan, the meaning of his ten heads and the festival's message.
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The Authentic Hyderabadi Kacchi Dum Biryani Masterclass
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5 healthy cooling foods to add to your daily diet this summer
TodayModern home decor trends that focus on minimal carbon footprints
TodayFood & Dining
Regional delicacies, gourmet recipes, restaurant guides, and culinary masterclasses
Goa Expects Tourist Arrivals to Match or Surpass Last Year's Record
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LIFESTYLE DESKThe Authentic Hyderabadi Kacchi Dum Biryani Masterclass
Masterclass on Hyderabadi Dum Biryani
LIFESTYLE DESK5 healthy cooling foods to add to your daily diet this summer
Nutritionists recommend coconut water, buttermilk, and cucumbers.
FOOD & DININGAuthentic Telugu Culinary Heritage: The ancient craft of sun-dried Avakaya and Gongura pickle making
How grandmothers across Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema preserve centuries-old spice blends, cold-pressed sesame oils, and earthen jar techniques.
CULINARY ICONHyderabadi Shahi Dum Biryani & Dum Pukht: Inside the royal Nizami kitchen legacy
Unraveling the exact proportion of aged long-grain basmati, brown fried onions, and raw spices cooked over fragrant embers.
TRADITIONAL RECIPERayalaseema Ragi Sangati & Natukodi Pulusu: Rustic flavours sustaining generations
Nutrient-rich finger millet spheres served with fiery country chicken gravy, steeped in local country spices and roasted garlic.
SWEET HERITAGEGodavari Sweets: The delicate paper-thin Pootharekulu crafted on inverted earthen pots
Atreyapuram artisans reveal the art of making rice-starch edible film rolled with organic jaggery and pure clarified ghee.
Fashion
Contemporary styling, designer collections, handloom vogue, and seasonal wardrobe essentials
LIFESTYLE DESKModern home decor trends that focus on minimal carbon footprints
Using recycled woods, clay finishes, and solar energy lighting panels.
FASHIONPochampally Ikat & Gadwal Silk: Modern styling ideas to drape traditional handloom for contemporary weddings
Fashion designers showcase breathable natural handwoven weaves paired with minimalistic crop jackets and silver heirloom jewelry.
HOME & VASTUAncient Vastu Shastra for modern apartments: 6 simple adjustments for positive energy and prosperity
Architectural guidelines for entryway clutter clearance, indoor plant placements, and maximizing natural morning sunlight.
FASHIONPochampally Ikat & Gadwal Silk: Modern styling ideas to drape traditional handloom for weddings
Fashion designers showcase breathable natural handwoven weaves paired with minimalistic crop jackets and silver heirloom jewelry.
HOME HARMONYAncient Vastu Shastra for modern apartments: 6 simple adjustments for positive energy
Architectural guidelines for entryway clutter clearance, indoor plant placements, and maximizing natural morning sunlight.
TEXTILE ARTKalamkari Hand-Painting: How Machilipatnam & Srikalahasti artisans keep temple motifs alive
Natural organic vegetable dyes derived from madder roots, pomegranate peel and fermented iron jaggery create wearable art.
BRIDAL JEWELRYHeirloom Temple Jewelry: The revival of pure silver Kemp stone ornaments for Telugu brides
Traditional goldsmiths in coastal districts craft antique gold-dipped peacock and Lakshmi pendants for modern weddings.
Weekend Getaways & Nature Escapes
Misty hill retreats, canyon gorges, heritage temple circuits and road trip itineraries
TRAVELWeekend getaways from Hyderabad: 5 serene misty hill retreats and canyon trails within 4 hours
From the dense teak forests of Ananthagiri Hills to the breathtaking gorges of Gandikota and historic Laknavaram lake bridges.
NATURE ESCAPEAraku Valley & Borra Caves: The lush Eastern Ghats train ride and organic coffee trail
Winding through 84 tunnels, this iconic mountain train brings travellers face-to-face with million-year-old limestone stalactites.
CANYON TRAILSGandikota Grand Canyon: Camping atop red sandstone cliffs and watching sunrises over Penna river
Dubbed India Grand Canyon, this majestic medieval fortress and canyon vista provides dramatic starry night skies for campers.
ISLAND RETREATLaknavaram Lake & Suspension Bridge: Kayaking through peaceful turquoise islands in Mulugu
Explore historic Kakatiya-era reservoirs with island cottages, suspension footbridges and morning boating amongst lotus blooms.