Celebrating Ove & Light

It's that time of year again! Brilliant sparklers. Delicious food. A spirit of happiness and enthusiasm. Celebrations that bring together hearts and households, even more so since recent years have driven home the fact that there's nothing more important than moments spent with loved ones. We invited a few people in the news to reminisce about their memories and traditions with us, sharing throwbacks to the good old days, and making plans anew. And, just like them, we hope you make the most of the season!

The Changing Tide

KIARA ADVANI's three mega hits this year alone have propelled her even further along the highway of superstardom. Ashwini Arun Kumar spoke to the actor to unravel her steep ascent on a journey that truly might have been about self-actualisation

Shield Your Kids From Monsoon Illnesses

With increased vulnerability to various seasonal illnesses, it is essential to adopt preventive measures to keep children healthy in the rains, writes Kayal Arivalan

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EXPERIENCE TRANQUILLITY BY THE SEA

With crystal-clear waters, a peaceful ambiance, and a shore dotted with seashells, Kovalam offers a picture-perfect quick getaway.

Help Your Pet Weather The Monsoon

A guide for pet parents to ensure the well-being of your fur babies during this damp and unpredictable period.

BETTER APART?

Ravina M Sachdev details signs that indicate you're spending too much time with your partner

MAKE YOUR HOME MORE PLANET-FRIENDLY

Easy ways to run a more sustainable house

Walking THE Talk

In an industry where green-washing is ubiquitous and the term 'sustainable' is thrown around very loosely, it has become increasingly difficult to separate real attempts at decreasing environmental impact from reel-apropos marketing strategies. To understand this better, we speak with a handful of industry members who are running ethical, eco-conscious and slow businesses. They tell us what they do to be more sustainable and how to follow suit.

A DATE WITH SUSTAINABILITY

Dates that prioritise the planet can be as impactful as those fancy dinners. Ravina M Sachdev lists sustainable date ideas to try with your partner

MY BIG FAT Green WEDDING

Event planners and sustainability experts dish out wisdom on the art of conscious celebrations in an exclusive conversation with Sharon D'Silva

COOKING UP A STORM

World-renowned CHEF MARCO PIERRE WHITE believes in simplicity. The maestro who has changed the landscape of the culinary world in innumerable ways talks to Shraddha Kamdar about his inspirations and beliefs, and why ingredients deserve to shine

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

To size up the impact South Korean superstars SHINee have had on music is a difficult task. With a panorama that spans both K-pop and the world's stage, the band's dominance has grown exponentially since its debut 15 years ago. With their latest album, it's also clear that SHINee's future could only get even brighter.

People FOR THE PLANET

Climate change, increasing pollution, diminishing natural resources there are plenty of reasons to start making better decisions for the planet, and, by default, ourselves and our future generations. There's so much you can do to live more sustainably, and the best part is that every little bit counts! So, don't be overwhelmed; take inspiration from our eco warriors who have come up with innovative strategies to tackle problems one at a time, going all out to save our Earth

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She'll Make You Want To Cook

Kavita Devgan's newest book 500 Easy, Delicious, Healthy Recipes: Simple Tricks for Stress-Free Cooking is replete with recipes that are quick, easy, familiar, tasty and economical - all crucial to sustainable eating.

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MAKE A CHANGE

Each time you opt for refillable beauty products, you take a small but significant step in cutting out plastic usage. Here's our edit.

STRENGTH & BEAUTY

VIDYA BALAN is a role model for many, in the way she has evolved as a performer. The talented actor has always worked hard for any role that came her way, being true to her craft. Shraddha Kamdar bore witness to her passion and charisma as the actor took her through her process of choosing roles and preparing for them

Teach Your Kids These Gender-Neutral Life Skills

Life skills that promote inclusivity, empowerment and resilience help children navigate life and contribute to a more equitable society.

Launching Your Romance Into The World

Go ahead, tell everyone on Instagram about your relationship!

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Toxicity Be Gone!

Sharon D'Silva taps into the advice arsenal of four experts to help you liberate yourself from the clutches of soul-sucking relationships

Don't Sweat The Small Stuff

Keep your sweat under control with these tips and tricks.

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