A sustainable Deepavali gift hamper by Dhanak Naturals. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT As Deepavali approaches, the art of gifting takes centre stage. It’s time to spread festive joy with thoughtful gifts that not only celebrate the spirit of the festival but also offer a deeper connection to conscious living, supporting local craftsmanship and natural […]
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A sustainable Deepavali gift hamper by Dhanak Naturals. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT As Deepavali approaches, the art of gifting takes centre stage. It’s time to spread festive joy with thoughtful gifts that not only celebrate the spirit of the festival but also offer a deeper connection to conscious living, supporting local craftsmanship and natural […]
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A recent study published in Advances in Atmospheric Sciences revealed that 2023 is likely be the warmest year on record, while 2024 could see further increase in temperatures, on account of human-induced climate change and the ongoing El Nino. That said, architects, designers and home owners are doing their bit by using eco-friendly materials and processes that […]
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Protect the environment with sustainable practices. | Photo Credit: mrPliskin In May this year, India launched the campaign Meri LiFE Mera Swachh Shehar. The initiative is aimed at strengthening the objectives of Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0 and aligning with the central government’s LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) movement that focuses on mindful utilisation. At the core […]
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Katrina Kaif, ambassador and investor with Behno For every tie, knot and technique used in its bags, Behno has a story. The international handbag label headquartered in New York — with manufacturing units across India — had its homecoming recently, as Shivam Punjya, its founder, launched retail operations in India. Lodged within Behno’s signature knots are […]
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Cobbler and Crew, Pune, has won accolades for its focus on all things local. Peanut chikki liqueur, a chamomile isomalt disc atop a negroni, and a bitter gourd-infused cocktail. This motley menu has been inspired by a rather unique muse — the planet. As the food and beverage space in India takes stock of its […]
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Cobbler and Crew, Pune, has won accolades for its focus on all things local. Peanut chikki liqueur, a chamomile isomalt disc atop a negroni, and a bitter gourd-infused cocktail. This motley menu has been inspired by a rather unique muse — the planet. As the food and beverage space in India takes stock of its […]
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A snapshot from Kiru Keshiki | Photo Credit: Anirudh Salu A couple of years ago, the Chendamangalam Handloom Weavers’ Cooperative Societies in Kerala’s Ernakulam district were grappling with yarn and dye shortages, and poor sales. This was after weavers lost their livelihood to the 2018 floods. Over the years, designers such as Sreejith Jeevan, and […]
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A weaver with his creation | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Fading cultural traditions, memories of one’s wife, daily prayers, and the trajectory of life. These are just a few ideas that have been brought alive on the loom by Jaipur Rugs’ Freedom Manchaha project. Launched in 2018, the sustainable development initiative has long-term prisoners of […]
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An Argentinian PlaBot in a glass cloche | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT PlaBots, ‘pla’ from plastic and ‘bot’ from bottles, pocket-size ‘footballers’ made of PET bottles, are the creations of Malayali artist Swapna Namboodiri from Qatar. Made of plastic and wire, these 18-centimetre figures are representations of football players — identifiable by their jerseys. As […]
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