Cool Reads

Set on the untouched shores of Bangaram Island, Coral Pearl, Lakshadweep invites guests to experience one of India’s last true island sanctuaries. Here, 50 elegant glamping tents are thoughtfully designed with expansive glass panels, offering sweeping views of turquoise waters and golden

World War II is often recalled for its dramatic battles and geopolitical shifts across Europe and the Pacific. Yet its impact reached far beyond these frontlines, profoundly shaping colonial India’s path to freedom. As Britain diverted its military and economic resources to

Born in 1919 into the progressive and philanthropic Sarabhai family of Ahmedabad, Vikram Sarabhai was raised in an environment where science, art, and social reform intertwined seamlessly. It was this rare confluence that shaped him into a scientist and visionary. After earning

Ahilya Fort sits high on a bluff above the Narmada, watching over the temple town of Maheshwar. Initially built in the 18th century, it was the residence of Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar, one of India’s most respected rulers, known for her deep sense

There’s a reason the mango is India’s national fruit. It’s not just an official decree; it’s the invisible consensus of a billion hearts. No other fruit occupies such a prominent place in our collective psyche. It ripens not just in orchards but

Before India’s film industry was known for its glitz and grandeur, one man quietly changed the game with black-and-white frames, long takes, and lingering silences that said more than a thousand words. That man was Satyajit Ray. Born in Calcutta in 1921,

Nestled amidst the lush expanse of a 12-acre cinnamon plantation in southern Sri Lanka, Trebartha East is a contemporary sanctuary that perfectly blends modern luxury, sustainable design and deep-rooted cultural heritage. The property’s design, created by the visionary Dr. Narein Perera, incorporates

In India, masala chai is an emotion, an invitation, a punctuation mark in the rhythm of life. It is poured at dawn and again at dusk, clinked between colleagues at roadside taps, offered reverently to guests, and sipped slowly during the monsoon

In the sweltering heat of the Indian summer, the quest for a refreshing drink is a cultural experience in its own right. Across the vast landscape of India, beverages are meticulously crafted to counterbalance the relentless heat, offering hydration and a blend