Dr Satish C. Reddy A common cough or fever could sometimes be an early sign of pneumonia, a serious lung infection that can lead to breathing difficulties and life-threatening complications if not treated in time, doctors at CARE Hospitals have cautioned. Children, older adults and people with diabetes, heart disease or chronic respiratory conditions are […]Read More
From the Bhagavad Gita and Upanishads to ancient spiritual traditions, Indian scriptures offer valuable insights into finding balance, practising compassion and living a meaningful life. Rajkumari Sharma Tankha We live in a world of extraordinary possibilities. We have technology that keeps us connected, we get information at our fingertips, and we have iummense opportunities for […]Read More
Team L&M We wake up to notifications, work through screens, relax with streaming platforms and often fall asleep scrolling through social media. Our phones have become an inseparable part of everyday life. But in a world that expects us to be constantly available, is switching off our devices enough to reconnect with ourselves? For many […]Read More
Sagarika Garg Most of us know psyllium husk, commonly called isabgol, as the ingredient our grandparents reached for when digestion felt sluggish. But in today’s world of irregular meals, low-fibre diets and long work hours, psyllium husk deserves a wider conversation, due to the many benefits it has. Let me ask you something: when was […]Read More
Rajkumari Sharma Tankha YOu must have started seeing roadside vendors selling fresh singhara (water chestnuts) these days. This vegetable hides a a crisp, white flesh with a mildly sweet taste, under its dark, hard shells. A popular seasonal snack, singhara is a favourite during religious fasts and festivals. At my home, my mom used to […]Read More
India’s cultural diversity is its greatest strength, and bringing its myriad artistic traditions together on one national platform is a powerful way of celebrating that unity. This vision came alive on 31 October 2026 at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, near the iconic Statue of Unity, where approximately 5,000 artists from different regions came together for a […]Read More
Dena Merriam Diwali is a time of celebration, a time for family and friends to come together, for special foods and on occasion, fireworks, after all it is the festival of lights. For some, it also a time to reflect on the meaning of the defeat of Ravana, the victory of Prahbu Ram and Mata […]Read More
Felicity Theatre’s latest production, directed by Rahull R. Bhuchar, brings together leading television and film actors, celebrated musical voices and over 100 dancers to present the timeless Ram Katha on an extraordinary theatrical scale. Team L&M The Ramayana is one of India’s most enduring epics, but its appeal lies not just in its familiar narrative. […]Read More
Indian classical dance is a magnificent expression of the country’s cultural heritage, yet it often struggles to reach audiences beyond dedicated enthusiasts. Seeking to bridge this gap, Gayatri Mishra, Director of the Pune Art and Culture Foundation, conceptualised Ashta Bhava Ashta Nritya – Mahabharata, an ambitious production bringing together all eight recognised Indian classical dance […]Read More
Kaushik Das Every culture lives in its stories. The lullaby a grandmother sings, the folk tale told on a verandah, the way a festival is cooked, danced and argued over: these are how a community remembers who it is. For generations, such stories travelled only as far as a voice could carry. Today they can […]Read More