Author: Swati Singh Chauhan
City of light celebrates Dev Deepawali
Dev Deepawali is a visual spectacle of millions of diyas or earthen lamps lighting the ghats of Banaras (Varanasi), celebrated on the first full moon night of Kartik Purnima. After two years of lockdown, the streets of Benaras were filled with devotees and tourists to celebrate the day that marks the victory of Lord Shiva over the demon trio Tripurasura.
Futuristic luxury in a water-scarce Himachal village
A savvy, innovative villa in Fagu, Shimla, is reimagining aesthetics and utility. In a water scarce region, it is offering practical insights into how a looming water crisis can be tackled.