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Jewel Of The Northeast
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Jewel Of The Northeast

Earmarked by ubiquitous waterfalls, mountain treks, ancient caves, hidden jungle trails, gurgling streams and serene mountain villages, Mizoram in Northeast India should certainly be on your itinerary.

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April 2018
Blue Mountain
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Blue Mountain

The colonial influence in Kotagiri in the Nilgiri hills, with flowing plantations, horseback riding over misty hills, and steaming cups of tea, is like the memory in a faded photograph from another time—beautiful, alluring and calling you to come visit.

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April 2018
Buzz Like Bengaluru
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Buzz Like Bengaluru

It’s a truism that Bengaluru ensnares the visitor and weaves its unique brand of magic straddling many spheres—from culture, heritage and great public parks to modernity, street food and vibrant nightlife.

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April 2018
Seven Secrets Of Paradise
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Seven Secrets Of Paradise

‘If there is a heaven on earth, it is here, it is here…’ While much has been seen and written of the more popular attractions of Kashmir, there are secrets the Valley has kept guarded. Now it whispers them to the traveller.

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May 2018
The Keepers Of History
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The Keepers Of History

Once lost to obscurity and left in ruins, Sunder Nursery with its Mughal-era monuments has now been beautifully restored to give Delhi a new green space and yet another must-visit for history buffs.

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May 2018
A Valley Far Away
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A Valley Far Away

Still unmarked on the map, you arrive at Pangi Valley much after you have left the well-trodden paths of Himachal behind. And here in this scenic region awaits something untouched, something surreal, something more.

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May 2018
Spice & Something Nice
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Spice & Something Nice

The name of Thekkady in Kerala is literally derived from nature—from the word thekku (teak), and it lives up to its reputation. Whether it’s the call of the wild, the sight of the plantations, or the smell of spices— expect a sense of pure bliss to be engendered in each of your senses.

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May 2018
Home Near The Hills
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Home Near The Hills

Home Near The Hills

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March 2018
Joyful Jaipur
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Joyful Jaipur

Jaipur’s very own food festival offered a perfect weekend escape with great food, wine, music and conversations.

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March 2018
Bikers' Hangout
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Bikers' Hangout

Bikers' Hangout

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March 2018
India's Heritage Bucketlist!
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India's Heritage Bucketlist!

Turn the page on India’s glorious history and you will be amazed with how rich this country is—in imagination and in the sheer diversity of its culture. The ultimate India heritage list would probably cross a thousand, so here’s just a glimpse…

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March 2018
Super Foods Of India
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Super Foods Of India

Indian superfoods are making a strong comeback. Rediscovering lost grains and reaffirming your faith in traditional food is slowly but surely changing the culinary face of the country.

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March 2018
the gateway resort, pushkar - ajmer bypass - what's for desert?
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the gateway resort, pushkar - ajmer bypass - what's for desert?

the best way to live in delhi is to live between vacations, and if the vacation involves seeing less people, hearing no traffic noise and breathing none of the toxicity of a busy metropolis – even better.

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october 2016
Behold The Mighty Mountains
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Behold The Mighty Mountains

The morning mist had just begun to lift when I boarded the Kalka Shatadbi from Delhi on a winter Friday.

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January 2018
Spotlight - Tetseo Sisters
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Spotlight - Tetseo Sisters

The sisters act from Nagaland, comprising Alüne, Azi, Kuvelü, and Mercy Tetseo, speaks about showcasing their traditional folk songs (called li) to the rest of the world.

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January 2018
Rooted In Culture
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Rooted In Culture

Parched actress Tannishtha Chatterjee shares how travelling helps her grow as an actor and why she’s partial to Bengali cuisine.

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January 2018
Tracing The Fading Inks Of The Konyaks
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Tracing The Fading Inks Of The Konyaks

Flip the thick, jacketed hardcover to the first page, and you will be greeted by a fascinating portrait of an old tribal man, his forehead masked by an unusual headgear, his wrinkled face smothered in blue ink.

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January 2018
Nature's Basket
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Nature's Basket

Odisha boasts of a unique biodiversity, Pristine beaches and a fascinating marine ecosystem that is dominated by Mangroves, Creeks and Wetlands

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September 2016
The Guardians
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The Guardians

For the Bishnois, environmental conservation is an article of faith. Take a trip to Bishnoi country in Rajasthan where man and nature have lived in harmony for centuries, showing modern societies the means to sustainable living. 

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September 2016
Holy Spirit
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Holy Spirit

What once was still is, and yet, so much has changed in the city of Amritsar. The streets, the malls, the slight swank and the European swagger – yet scratch the surface and history unfolds.

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May 2017
Weekend Break
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Weekend Break

Lonavla and Khandala beginning to look a little jaded now? Head then to Kamshet, the picturesque hill station, located 2,200 ft above sea level in the Western Ghats.

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May 2017
Live Like Kings In Golden City Jaisalmer
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Live Like Kings In Golden City Jaisalmer

In winter, the sands of the Thar are inviting. Dine on the dunes, ride a camel, watch the sun rise. After your fi ll of solitude, explore the teeming Jaisalmer fort, havelis and bazaars. And do it in regal style.

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January/February 2017
Cashless Travel: Get Smart On Your Journey Across India
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Cashless Travel: Get Smart On Your Journey Across India

Don’t Let Demonetisation’s Teething Troubles Force You to Hit the Brakes on Your Journeying. Where There’s a Will...there’s Always a way to Travel.  

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January/February 2017
Mandvi Maritime Connections
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Mandvi Maritime Connections

If the ocean, ships and sailing fascinate you, you’ll find Mandvi, an hour’s drive from the town of Bhuj, utterly engaging.

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June 2018
Music To My Ears
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Music To My Ears

Rahul Ram, bassist and frontman of Indian Ocean, one of the country’s pioneering indie bands, talks about how his travels have evolved with his life, his love for the various Northeastern cuisines, and how India influences his music.

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June 2018
Grass Is Greener
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Grass Is Greener

High up in the Garhwal Himalaya, the meadows or bugyals of Ali and Bedni prove that glimpsing Himalayan alpine scenery doesn’t always require breaking into a heavy sweat.

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June 2018
Idyll In Imphal
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Idyll In Imphal

The Manipuri capital is modern, urban and chaotic, but the state’s pastoral charm is never far away. Here, the progressive and the traditional mingle delightfully in a centre of heritage and living history. 

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August 2017
Away From The Bustling Crowds
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Away From The Bustling Crowds

The Claridges Nabha Residence, Mussoorie

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August 2017
The Big Misty
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The Big Misty

Kodaikanal retains much of its 19th-century landscape, evoking a sense of nostalgia, while at the same time buzzing with life even as tourists soak in its quaint, old-world charm.

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August 2016
The Simple Life
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The Simple Life

Smiling faces, tall glasses of lassi, food rich with butter and ghee—these are vistas associated with Punjab. Escape the hectic urban bustle and experience the pind, with serene surroundings and slow-paced life.

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August 2016