India Today Magazine - April 07, 2025

In this issue

Highlights of India Today 7th April, 2025 issue:

By decrying Muslim monuments, roads and places named after their rulers, as also even their festivals and rituals, Hindutva ideologues hope to set right what they think has hitherto been a distorted view of history. Also in the issue, China's dam on the Brahmaputra, our quarterly travel special and a Q&A with Shruti Haasan.

A JUDICIAL FIRESTORM

A late-night fire at the residence of a senior Delhi High Court judge has sparked an intense controversy around the judiciary and its complex appointments system.

4 mins

Mann Shifts Gears

On March 20, Punjab Police launched a midnight crackdown on farm union protest sites at Shambhu (on the Patiala-Ambala highway) and Khanauri (Sangrur-Jind border), where demonstrations had been ongoing since February 2024.

4 mins

A WIN AGAINST CASTEISM

All her life, Santana Das had watched from a safe distance as others entered the Shiva temple in Gidhagram village in Katwa sub-division in Purba Bardhaman district.

3 mins

Caustic Colours of Rajasthan

The desert state of Rajasthan has had a somewhat more placid image compared to its neighbours but that reputation is fast losing its shine.

2 mins

RETURN OF THE OLIVE RIDLEYS

First came the shock and dis-may—throughout January, the discovery of hundreds of carcasses of Olive Ridley turtles on the beaches in and around Chennai raised the hackles of wildlife conservationists.

4 mins

WEAPONISING HISTORY

The violence in Maharashtra over Aurangzeb's controversial legacy is only the latest marker of Hindutva attempts to redress perceived historical wrongs

10+ mins

TIME TO CHOOSE OUR HEROES WISELY

A quiet but significant debate has been reignited following the release of the film Chhaava—should India continue to preserve the tomb of Emperor Aurangzeb who history unequivocally remembers as a cruel, repressive and sectarian ruler? Expectedly, the debate is heated and polarised.

3 mins

WHY ARE WE DIGGING GRAVES OF THE PAST?

The demand to dismantle the grave of Aurangzeb is only the latest in a drama series of which some episodes have been aired while others are in the pipeline.

3 mins

A HIMALAYAN RIVER THREAT

CHINA’S COLOSSAL BRAHMAPUTRA DAM PROJECT SPARKS ALARM IN INDIA, FUELLING CONCERNS OVER WATER SECURITY, ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND BEIJING'S GROWING UPSTREAM CONTROL OVER A CRITICAL RIVER

10 mins

THE NEW PATH BREAKERS

INDIA TODAY GROUP'S 'DRIVERS OF CHANGE' RECOGNISES 15 VISIONARIES WHOSE INNOVATION, ACTIVISM AND HERITAGE PRESERVATION ARE SHAPING THE FUTURE

2 mins

Rediscovering The mountains

WHY SIKKIM SHOULD BE ON YOUR TRAVEL ITINERARY THIS SUMMER

3 mins

THE REVELATION

Gangtok can be a sublime experience, especially if you're staying at Taj Guras Kutir

5 mins

BEST OF SIKKIM

Gangtok is great. But to get a sense of the 'real' Sikkim, take a road trip across this tiny state that is big on experience

4 mins

THE HILLS ARE ALIVE

From the highest trek in Karnataka to an offbeat wildlife experience in Kerala, here's how to make the most of your next hill station vacation in South India

3 mins

Charmed by Chennai

Actor-musician Shruti Haasan spills the beans about what makes Chennai her favourite city

1 min

IT'S A DATE!

While the World Master Pointer Date Rose Gold PVD from Atlantic Watches is striking for several reasons, what makes it remarkable is the watch's innovative date function—a first for Atlantic.

1 min

Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Body

The gentle seduction of a balmy sun on bare shoulders is a joyful thought. However, for those in the know, a dab of sunscreen is that perfect, but essential, complement for a sun-kissed vibe.

1 min

HAUTE HARDWARE

Top five laptops that make the ultimate style statement.

2 mins

A TIMELESS LEGACY

The launch of The Amrut Expedition—the oldest single malt ever made in India—has ushered a golden moment for the country's spirits. Here's why Indian whisky is pro age.

4 mins

THE BORN-AGAIN STARS

Reclaiming their feminine energy and inner brilliance, this is an inward journey of self discovery.

7 mins

HOT ΤΟ TROT

The world beyond your oyster: Travel choices to explore in 2025.

3 mins

State of the Art

The Indian art market is at a tipping point and likely to grow exponentially over the next few years with a younger breed of collectors fuelling growth.

4 mins

MANNA FROM HEAVEN

Bread, one of the most simple and enduring staples, is having its moment. So much so that bread is The Dish right now. Here's to the rise and rise of artisanal breads.

4 mins

GIORGIO ARMANI TAKES MANHATTAN AGAIN

Veteran designer Giorgio Armani talks about his triumphant return to New York and why his clothes are fashionable again.

5 mins

WHAT ANGELS EAT

Los Angeles is foodie heaven. From the best of Modern American cuisine to dishes from around the world, from celebrity chefs to street food legends, the city has it all.

5 mins

THE MYSTIC MANSION

THE Park Hotels' foray into Chettinad with THE Lotus Palace, a heritage property that is a marvel of restoration and quiet luxury.

3 mins

RED HOT BEAUTIFUL

Scarlett House, Malaika Arora's debut restaurant in Mumbai, offers elegance from a disappeared world, with some of her favourite food and glow potions. What else can you ask for?

1 min

WHEN SLEEK MEETS SMART

Clearly, a notch above the rest, this new smartphone marries bold design and brainy brilliance with flair.

1 min

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