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Kerala Literature Festival | Fiction is the real truth

From Donald Trump and undocumented immigrants to the politics of nostalgia, Booker Prize winners speak out on today’s hot button issues from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/4bBpsvw

Jayeeta Chatterjee | Indian domesticity and feminine politics

Why Jayeeta Chatterjee’s printmaking and embroidery are grabbing eyeballs, and now an Asia Arts Future award from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/lkahXS3

Reviving the legacy of Kondapalli Seshagiri Rao: Rare artworks on display in Hyderabad

Hyderabad’s State Art Gallery has organised the retrospective to commemorate Kondapalli Seshagiri Rao’s 100th birth anniversary from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/dcDRB5H

Tonkotsu, ichiraku, miso.... Kochi’s growing appetite for ramen

Kochi has seen a rise in the number of places that serve the many flavour of ramen proving that it is here to stay from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/ybEfX3e

Why do dosas now have tender jackfruit in them?

You have eaten it ripe. Now try tender jackfruit or idichakka in dosas, cutlets, soups and more. Nutritious and easy to grow, we explore why it is becoming a popular ingredient from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/DuU1rjL

Ziro On Tour arrives in Hyderabad: Experience the spirit of Arunachal’s iconic music festival

Experience the culture and spirit of Ziro Festival of Music from Arunachal Pradesh at a two-day event in Hyderabad from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/Tx0GesH

From Bentleys to Buicks, this heritage car show brings legendary vintage cars to Chennai

Get ready to witness a stunning display of automotive history as Heritage Rollers brings together vintage and classic car enthusiasts from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/iUp0k9s

An immersive experience at tea estates and strawberry farms in Coonoor

Pick strawberries, stroll through lush tea estates, see how tea is being made, and enjoy an invigorating cup of tea while immersing yourself in magnificent views of the blue hills from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/Vrb7k3l

Just in: Three key looks from Chanel’s Spring Summer 25 Haute Couture showcase in Paris

Woven braids, jewelled buttons, and star motif medallions — here is an exclusive sneak peek of the three key looks from Chanel’s Spring Summer 25 Haute Couture showcase from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/w0TDNUc

How to find an Hermès Kelly bag in India

From Hollywood celebrities to ‘it’ girls and Bollywood A-listers, the Kelly is now more popular than ever. But it is not just an accessory — it is a cultural statement and even an investment from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/zkUF78p

Pongal Bird Count completes 10 years

As the Pongal Bird Count completes 10 years, birders across Tamil Nadu document regular visitors along with unusual sightings such as the white-bellied sea eagle in a forested area from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/s4I3UbP

Hyderabad | Hands-on workshops to learn indigenous khadi spinning techniques

Women master spinners from Srikakulam to host Patnulu khadi spinning workshops in Hyderabad from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/4dYWrIy

Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Ananya Panday and more dazzle at Sabyasachi’s 25th anniversary event

The anniversary show brought together Bollywood’s elite to honor the trailblazer in Indian fashion and his legacy of blending tradition with contemporary styles from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/C37sU65

How this man from Coimbatore is breathing life into vintage cars

Step into Vintage Miles in Coimbatore where Abhinandan Chandrasekhar restores vintage cars with passion and precision from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/28otvJj

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

Dr Radhika C Radhakrishnan and Sajith Nair talk about their book, The Balloon Girl, which has 12 short stories based on their experiences from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/65BseDj

How India’s Chinese community celebrates Chinese New Year across generations

A look at how the Chinese-Indian communities in Kolkata and Mumbai keep the traditions of Chinese New Year alive through food, rituals, and cultural fusion from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/l4Re6vI

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

As Gulmarg embraces its status as a global ski destination, its après-ski culture reflects a perfect balance — traditional Kashmiri hospitality paired with modern experiences from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/w5nuAU7

Lessons from Helsinki’s Oodi

With 100,000 books, social robots and a community spirit, Finland’s flagship library is designed for the future from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/wjsSEJz

Andhra Pradesh: Natural farming boosts strawberry harvests in Lambasingi

In Andhra Pradesh, Lambasingi’s strawberry farms thrive due to natural farming techniques and multi-cropping to boost soil fertility and productivity from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/Bt3JGAe

Prussian Blue Art Hub celebrates 15 years with an annual show, Timepiece

Showcasing the works of 15 artists, Prussian Blue Art Hub’s anniversary show opens in Kochi from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/GsIOfhA

Restobars are the newest haunts for the family crowd in Kochi

With their Instagrammable food, drinks and decor, Kochi’s restobars draw not just the younger crowds, but families too from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/7YqNkHW

Gonggi, featured in Squid Game 2, is also a popular ancient Indian game

Gen X calls it pacheta, kuzhangal, or sagargote. Learn how the age-old Indian game of Gonggi still delights generations from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/Ggd8oSQ

Sew On Wheelz offers doorstep tailoring services in Thiruvananthapuram

Sew On Wheelz is a mobile tailoring service run by Anish Unnikrishnan and wife, Gayathri from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/DAvH4ro

Auroville, Puducherry potters come together to showcase their creations at annual International market

Celebrate craftsmanship, creativity and community and explore handmade ceramics at the Auroville International Potters’ Market from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/SbYEoIc

Holiday in Indonesia’s West Java with Singapore Airlines’ newly-launched Scoot flights

The newly-added Embraer flights from Scoot, are scheduled twice a week from Singapore to Kertajati in Greater Bandung. Here’s an itinerary of what you can do and see once you get there from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/xgn8HEd

Chennai | Raj Ganpath on consistency, the big picture, and fitness as functionality for the common person

Ahead of the launch of his debut book Simple, Not Easy, Raj Ganpath speaks about simplifying fitness and the need for empathy in present day fitness discourse from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/o5JDWTd

Interview | Ireland-based musicians Reyan and Melvin: Every NRI must have had a battle within themselves

The Malayali musician duo recently sang the track ‘Cyclone Central’ for the Tovino Thomas-starrer Identity from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/61knQC2

Thiruvananthapuram makes good food choice with healthy eats

Eateries in the city are offering healthful options ranging from salads and drinks to even dishes like mandis from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/1nlvZ0Q

Coldplay in Mumbai: A concert hampered by chaotic management

Coldplay brought their iconic ‘Music of the Spheres’ tour to Mumbai for three performances. But behind the magic, logistical missteps left concertgoers frustrated from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/QKxRWU1

Journey through AM Murali’s surreal metaphysical art in Hyderabad

The artist and art educator’s layered landscapes are derived from a well-planned thought process from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/Y3NJdXi

Gemini Circus begins in Coimbatore

Mexican wheel, ‘guddi’ act and doublesari acrobatics are some of the jaw-dropping feats lined up at the ongoing Gemini Circus from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/PCXsulV

Breeks Memorial Anglo Indian School in Udhagamandalam completes 150 years

Sesquicentennial celebrations of the Breeks Memorial School pays on ode to the contributions of James Wilkinson Breeks, the first Commissioner of the Nilgiris, in the field of education from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/9x7VfAm

MG Majestor to Tata Sierra: the star vehicles of Bharat Mobility Show 2025

Here is a list of showstoppers that captured eyes at the Bharat Mobility Show 2025 from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/9VNUa2s

Here is everything you need to know about the new Hyundai Creta Electric

Hyundai has taken a bold step into the future with the Creta Electric, an eco-friendly iteration of its immensely popular mid-size SUV from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/bUWsj6o

BMW X1 Electric Debuts in India

BMW India has officially launched the first-ever BMW X1 Long Wheelbase All Electric at the Bharat Mobility Show 2025, marking a significant milestone as the brand’s first locally produced electric vehicle in India from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/mJjzVBl

Maruti Suzuki steps into the EV space with the e-Vitara

Maruti Suzuki has officially unveiled its first all-electric SUV, the e-Vitara, marking a significant step in the company’s commitment to decarbonisation and mobility innovation from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/IKU9xM4

Dog day afternoons | Rohit Chawla’s ‘Rain Dogs’ showcases street dogs on Goa’s beaches

Rohit Chawla’s photographs of Goa’s beach dogs during its fierce monsoons and a harrowing pandemic are an expression of freedom and hope   from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/ZChtB3f

Behind Sunil Gupta’s queer lens

The photographer’s retrospective at the Chennai Photo Biennale, Love and Light: A Site of Infinite Possibilities, showcases how he brought the gay image into artwork and discourse from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/oig2QDY

Wildlife photographer Raghav Mehta showcases his bird photographs in an exhibition in Kochi

An exhibition of photographs by Raghav Mehta showcases the beauty and brilliance of birds in their natural environments from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/u3CZA65

Column | The parrot’s erotic secret

The raucous bird has a history that goes beyond tarot card reading. It was once inextricably linked to love, lust and desire from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/eWtNbzj

Mahakumbh | 5 things to do at the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj

Planning to go to the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, taking place at Prayagraj till February 26? We travel ahead to give you a guide on how to navigate it, and what you can do there from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/pGFqgBY

‘Tholumadan’, the Malayalam horror mini series, discusses mental health through a folklore

Richy KS’ Tholumadan explores emotional trauma of a soldier through a character from Malayalam folklore from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/ZEPKTIf

Hyderabad| Aasutosh Panigrahi paints with conjoined middle fingers to create unique art

Aasutosh Panigrahi’s art is not limited by his condition of syndactyly. Over 25 of his works displayed in Hyderabad are inspired by Nature from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/DBSoNy9

How Jasmine Aji built a thriving ‘neyyappam’ business despite losing her vision

Appoos Homemade Foods, run by the visually challenged entrepreneur and her husband Aji, produces over 100 kilograms of the snack daily from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/60cD48y

Meghana Prakash’s polymer clay jewellery brings art to life

Using polymer clay, Meghana Prakash designs jewellery that ranges from hairclips to pendants and lapel pins from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/6KfXQ2o

Kumbh Mela | At Prayagraj, an encounter with naga sadhus and tent stays

Join us at the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj, an event that happens once in 144 years  from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/mntiD7J

The spotlight is back on SulaFest after a five-year hiatus

The latest edition of the music festival will feature a completely homegrown line-up with acts like DIVINE, Ritviz x Karan Kanchan, Oaff & Savera, and When Chai Met Toast from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/G4OMhTU

IIT-M Saarang 2025: tapping into energy and nostalgia at Chennai’s iconic college cultural festival

IIT Madras’ Saarang 2025 opened with a Choreo Night showcasing dynamic performances against the timeless charm of the campus from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/bPJKLRd

Making waves at 52: Syamala Goli on her 150 kilometres swim from Visakhapatnam to Kakinada

Syamala Goli achieved the extraordinary feat of swimming in the Bay of Bengal from Visakhapatnam to Kakinada coast in a test of endurance from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/rzAUI9o

Breaking silos | Sense and Sensibility highlights the voices of textile craftspeople, designers and artists

In a year that saw several narratives around textiles, Sense and Sensibility attempted to blur the lines between artists, craftspeople, and designers from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/hCLZwHm

Nirmal Pillai interview: On his 40-minute film ‘Bata Boy and Crocs Girl’

Content creator Nirmal Pillai tackles new challenges with his first film, merging comedy, art, and multilingual storytelling from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/ZtPOeHJ

Current and former students of St. Teresa’s College in Kochi to stage a musical inspired by the Russian ballet Swan Lake

Hamsadhwani - Words in Motion, a musical to be staged at St. Teresa’s College, Kochi, as part of its centenary celebrations, is an adaption of the Russian classical ballet Swan Lake from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/2rVexlS

End of an era: Art legend Jagdish Mittal’s legacy lives on

Gallery owners in Hyderabad pay heartfelt tributes to the art connoisseur, historian and collector from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/YFJ2KUk

How Kerala’s Gen Z is finding itself in fashion

Kerala’s Gen Z is breaking fashion stereotypes and making a statement that is fluid and inclusive from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/JmpfNcu

Chennai’s Dastkar Bazaar brings together hand-painted apparel, lacquer toys, and more

Over 110 artisans from 18 Indian states have come together at Dastkar Bazaar to showcase their creations for the upcoming festival season from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/8uTfLhl

Madurai’s Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College set to stage Shakespeare’s ‘The Merchant of Venice’

Students from the college are set to bring alive a timeless story on stage as their first production for the year from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/29tW3aj

Rise of community-driven cultural events for Sankranti in Hyderabad

Blending tradition with community spirit, these celebrations aim to bring the essence of village life to urban areas from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/c4YNLhi

Tamil Nadu’s first floating restaurant opened at Muttukadu

from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/qPJo1Iw

Hyderabad | Sankranti edition of Aakruthi Vastra 2025 to open on January 8

Handloom and craft clusters promoting slow fashion will participate in the Sankranti edition of Craft Council of Telangana’s Aakruthi Vastra 2025 in Hyderabad this week from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/Ib6UyS1

Quizforya in Thiruvananthapuram is a go-to platform for quiz enthusiasts

Quizforya is an open informal quiz community that conducts sessions every month from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/mqAzaK8

Fashion designer Deepika Govind talks about her latest collection and her journey into the world of fashion

Bengaluru-based designer Deepika Govind on her recently launched sustainable collection, Fragile Flyers from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/TIvoj4N

The Dastkar Bazaar exhibition in Chennai celebrates crafts from across India

From Sabai grass weaving to Kalamkari hand painted saris, the Dastkar Bazaar hosts 110 artisans from 18 Indian states from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/hULdCbF

Why are Russians celebrating Christmas on January 7? | Explained

What is Orthodox Christmas? How has the Russia-Ukraine crisis impacted Ukraine’s Christmas celebrations? Why did Ukraine change its Christmas date?  from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/VTfJNQ0

‘If you take a walk, I’ll tax your feet’ and other joys

Popcorn has three different GST tax slabs which is a good way to ensure that many of us won’t be going to the movies from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/OqTNc3z

70 floating diyas in Amsterdam

The city’s annual light festival has a Diwali-inspired installation by Delhi-based artist and designer Vibhor Sogani from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/m9E2nWS

How Braille calendars are a lesson in accessibility for the visually challenged 

On this World Braille Day (January 4), let us take a look at how the Kerala Federation of the Blind uses the script to expand the scope of accessibility from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/NZX6aPs

Hyderabad goes to Knowledge City and Knowledge Park, to eat

Hyderabad’s many new branded eateries are all located in and around Shilpa Gram. We explore why from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/ICP0wLx

Cochin Carnival rally held

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Highlights from the 15th edition of the M&N Chocolate Festival in Ooty

The showstopper at the M&N Chocolate Festival 2024 is a chocolate replica of Ooty’s historic Breeks Memorial School from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/jsFvxq5

Welcome 2025: What Thiruvananthapuram wants

People from different walks of life share their aspirations for Thiruvananthapuram in 2025 from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/NpfBjUb

The Madras Bake Sale is back for its third edition

The Madras Bake Sale returns with 25 home bakers, trending desserts, live music, and a heart-warming pet adoption drive from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/ozI5b4R

Documentary ‘Colonial Interlude’ opens a window to Muthuswami Dikshitar’s world

Directed by US-based composer and teacher Kanniks Kannikeswaran, the virtual release of the documentary in 2025 will mark the legendary composer’s 250th birth anniversary from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/qSDJExA

Chennai | Kickstaring your running journey in 2025? Get inspired by these veteran runners

Do fitness resolutions that involve running feature high up on your list for 2025? Let these runners above the age of sixty from Chennai inspire you with their stories from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/wF4U1pr

Makeup a high paying career with its own upskilling and certifications

from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/xZ6B3Dd

Iz Paehr’s Sticky Network looks at Bengaluru’s intangible communication system

Berlin-based Iz Paehr is one of 10 artistes who were in the city as part of the Goethe Institut’s bangaloREsidency from Lifestyle News, Fashion News, Lifestyle And Health, Vacation Ideas | The Hindu https://ift.tt/Pjgx6iX