Deepawali decor: 5 Shopping ideas for the festive season
Come November and it is time for Diwali again… A festival that is an ode to the Goddess of wealth and prosperity, Goddess Lakshmi and one that celebrates the victory…
Photoessay: Rustic Charm and Streetscapes – around the sacred town of Melkote, Karnataka
Located about 150 km from Bangalore, Melkote also spelt Melukote is one of Karnataka’s hidden gems. Also known as Thirunarayanapuram, the town is perched on a hill which is called…
Photoessay: Sri Vaidyanatheswara Temple, Talakad, Karnataka
Located about 140 km from Bangalore and 45 km from Mysore, Talakad (also called Talakadu) is a popular tourist and pilgrimage center. A historic site associated with a rather interesting…
Home Decor: Table styling ideas for the festive season
With the festive season ringing in, styling the furniture in your home to add a festive zing is one of the easiest ways to add sparkle to your home. As…
Postal Stationery – slowly becoming a thing of the past
Inland letters, book posts, aerograms, telegrams……..mention these words and they are sure to evoke a mixed set of reactions. For most who grew up in the 70s, 80s and early…
Photoessay: The spectacular beauty of Gaganachukki and Bharachukki Falls
Located in Mandya district, Gaganachukki and Bharachukki waterfalls are a famous tourist attraction in the state of Karnataka. Also called Shivanasamudra falls, this one is formed on the river Kaveri…
Photoessay: Travel inspired home decor
27-September happened to be World Tourism Day and while it seems a little too early to start travelling again, you can always create spaces that bring back fond memories of…
Bangalore Press: an unmatched legacy over a 100 years
One of the things on your to-do list as each calendar year comes to an end is to pick up a new calendar for the next one. Something that is…
Brahmi: an ancient herb, a powerhouse of goodness
“Chew a handful of brahmi leaves and you are sure to score better in Maths…” Well, this is an advice that was certainly not uncommon during up my growing up…
HMT Heritage Centre and Museum: a trip down memory lane
Growing up in Hyderabad, HMT was an integral part of my life as my father was employed with the PSU for over 40 years. So, when I heard about the…