Cambodia: A village on stilts

Explore Cambodia's Tonle Sap Lake, home to a charming floating village with rustic and colourful double-storied housesIt was a warm, sultry day. The boatman signaled for us to move our chairs to the center of the motorboat. On cue, prickly twigs whipped...

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Keep flirting at work harmless

There is something about flirting at work that leaves people gaping in disapproval. But what's the big deal, as long as you're just having some fun?Is it okay to flirt with a colleague if you are married or in a steady relationship? The answer to this...

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Tricks to make your home look spacious

Low furniture really opens up your home and makes it look spacious.People wanting a sleek, modern look for their homes opt for low furniture. Furniture closer to the ground ends up making the room it is placed in much larger than it is.From platform...

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Are you click happy? Read these books

Investing in a high-end camera isn't the only way to capture great clicks. We share four titles that teach basic photography techniques.The Art of Photography: This classic by Bruce Barnbaum has been described as one of the most readable and understandable...

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Sport the tartan style this winter

The tartan is back in style and is the biggest international trend of 2013. Gear up for winter by adding a dash of this print to your outfit.Tartan has always been a recurrent theme for many fall collections and over a period of time, has emerged as...

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Athirapally Falls, truly the Niagra of India

The Athirapally Falls situated near Kochi, are rightly called the Niagra of India...Situated around 55km northeast of the Kochi Airport, as you embark on the journey to Athirapally Falls, you realise that even the road down to the sight is breathtaking!...

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Heard of salty desserts?

That's not a typo, more pastry chefs are adding salts to desserts today.The salt is said to actually intensify the flavour and balance out the sweetness well. So, you have salted caramel with black olives and cheese, salted vanilla ice cream with burnt...

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Should you take a sabbatical?

Have you reached that stage in your career where you're tired of doing the same thing day in and day out, week after week? Do you often feel that you could use a break that extends for more than just a few days? Perhaps it's time you took a sababticalto...

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Office bullying: Time to get back your life

Do you frequently stay back late because you had to work for a certain co-worker the entire day and couldn't complete your own work? Are you a victim of office bullying?You know you are bullied when you fall ill at the start of the week, when you are...

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Moms on the move: Here’s your must-do list

If you are a mother who travels a lot with your baby, you need to keep a lot in mind. Here are some tips...Travelling with kids can be a challenge - especially when you are working while you travel. If you are a mother who travels a lot with your baby,...

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Visakhapatnam: The city of destiny

We talk to a few popular denizens of the Port City to find out why Visakhapatnam is called 'the City of Destiny'Vizag's tryst with destiny precedes the formation of India by over 100 years, going back to 1844! Sir Arthur Cotton, the legendary British...

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Avoid these mistakes while making resume

It is important to watch out for the common mistakes people make on their resumes which leads missing out on job opportunities.Jayne Mattson, who is the senior vice president of a career management and transition services consulting firm Key Stone Associates,...

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Minimalistic, classy cuts to rule this wedding season

That stack of wedding invitations sits pretty on your lounge table, your calendars are marked and your wardrobe is done, suitcases are packed and salon appointments fixed.All the preperations and anticipation is for the coming wedding season, that time...

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Uncooked meals- latest diet fad

The 80/10/10 diet, a low-fat diet that is based around fresh, uncooked fruits and vegetables, is the latest fad that is gaining popularity.The low-fat vegan diet gets its name from its recommended dietary intake — 80% fruits and vegetables, 10% protein...

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Car, second wardrobe for women

A new research reveals that several women use their car as a second wardrobe. They keep extra clothing, accessories and makeup in their vehicle in case of an emergency.During the research conducted by www.breakeryard.com, 1,621 female drivers between...

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10 quick tips on picking the right furniture

There are a lot of options, albeit expensive, for one to choose from in the market today.If revamping home is in your agenda and you're thinking about furniture then these are the things that you need to give a thought to1. Allot a specific budget first...

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7 Relationship tips for women

These seven relationship milestones will help you understand if he is all yours or wants to be.Where is your relationship heading? You share a great chemistry with your boyfriend and are dating for a long time. Yet, do you find it difficult to pin down...

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Fashion essentials for women over 40

Women in their forties can invest in a chic and expensive handbag or opt for leather gloves to look age-appropriate.Here's a list of fashion items that should be in every 40-year-old's closet, reports huffingtonpost.com:A nice handbag: Spoil yourself...

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Graphic novel on Gandhi launched

A graphic novel portraying the life of Mahatma Gandhi was launched in the capital on Thursday by his grandson Rajmohan Gandhi.Graphic novels combine the characteristics of novels and comics."Gandhi: My life is a message" was written by Jason Quinn. The...

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Fastest way to lose belly fat

Here's your quick guide to a flat, toned stomachLosing weight on your midriff can seem very challenging, but if you push yourself a little further, you can easily shed those extra kilos from your abs and flaunt an envious one.Side plankThis abs exercising...

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Non fiction festival comes to Delhi

A two-day India Non Fiction Festival will make its debut here Nov 30 with eminent authors from diverse fields discussing subjects like economy, business, national security and international relations.The first edition of the festival took place in Mumbai...

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A pipe dream?

Ape it or gape at it, the latest body image fad among girls abroad is the thigh gap!The world "thinspiration" brigade woke up to a new body image fad a few days ago. And believe it or not, it has everything to do with an empty space! A gap. Between your...

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A visit to Mount Mary’s Basilica

A few weeks ago, we took you on a tour of the Babulnath temple.We now take you to the Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount that was opened to the public in 1904. It has stood the test of time and opened its doors to the lonely, sorrowful, needy, sinful...

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Pick the perfect sofa for your home

Here's what you need to keep in mind when choosing one.Sofas have always been and will be the focus of attention in living rooms, and so needs attention in both purchase and maintenance. Here's how you should go about selecting the ideal one for your...

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How to pull off a tuxedo

A tuxedo is not just for the guys anymore, it is that stylish ensemble that can make heads turn when worn by a woman.Till not so long ago, it was considered a butch option, but not now. You had to be very vampy, trampy and French to negate the macho...

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Boss-teammate ethics redefined!

Team building is the most important task of any team manager, perhaps even more important than achieving goals. After all, having effective and satisfied team members will ensure that the team is able to meet deadlines and achieve tough goals with ease.But...

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3 Signs he is just using you

Often most of us fail to understand whether we're being used in the relationship. Things fall apart when the realisation seeks in late. Here are some ways for you to analyse whether you're being used or notYou pay every time you go outEven though he...

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How your boss could be screwing you up!

It is difficult to be an employee - you are either working overtime without any extra pay or you are underemployed and struggling to get more shifts.The revelation was made by a new report from The Australia Institute, which claims that both problems...

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7 ways to choose the right life partner

Selecting the right life partner is necessary to lead a happy married life. Here's how you can select your perfect oneThere are many factors that one needs to consider when choosing a life partner. The most important aspect is to consider things that...

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3 months in Nagaland’s Chizami village

Three months in Nagaland's Chizami village is all one needs to realise the importance of shame, pride and steamed beesGetting to the Northeast is no joke. A flight, a train, a bus and a Tata Sumo stuffed with nine people later, I reached the middle of...

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How to keep fruits and veggies fresh

Fruits and vegetables are healthy but only when consumed fresh. Most of us tend to throw away some vegetables and fruits because they get spoilt over a period of time.Here's how to keep them fresh for a longer period of timeShop smartFresh fruits and...

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Shed those extra kilos post wedding

Women often tend to let go of themselves post their big day, leading to weight gain and loss of stamina. Experts tell you how to take care of those kilos in a healthy wayWedding is the time when most women take it easy. While they want to look the best...

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Tech tinker: Small talk with Vikram Chandra

On a break from Berkeley, Vikram Chandra tells us why he will discuss synthetic biology at partiesVikram Chandra is on a break. Both, from writing fiction and his classroom at the University of California, Berkeley. It is all very fortuitous for us,...

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First date winners and bloopers

Taking her out? Here are some bloopers to avoid, if you want that second dateIt's easy to land a date, but only the lucky few manage to get the women out on a second date. Why, you ask? Because men (being men) are unable to get themselves together long...

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Men think women are paid just as well

A new survey has revealed that 80 per cent of men believe that they wouldn't be paid less if they were a woman.In the survey, which was conducted by Elle and the Center for American Progress, women were also asked if they thought that they'd see a higher...

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So, what’s your belt style?

Skinny belts, others with tassels, embellished or in chains a la Nicki Minaj and Katy Perry, seem to be a popular trend this season...Perhaps no other accessory can flatter the female form like a belt can. Worn over bodices and long gypsy skirts, cinched...

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How to organise a housewarming party

If you have a small space and looking at organising a small housewarming ceremony at home, here's what you need to keep in mindClean up the space: The best way to ensure that when your guests arrive the house isn't cluttered enough is by ensuring that...

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The complete drinking guide for women

Did you know the way a woman drinks her cocktail and a man gulps his beer can be markedly different in terms of harming their respective bodies. Here's the complete drinking manual for all you gals! Go ahead and say cheers!A study recently revealed that...

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Samit Basu talks about his new graphic novel

Samit Basu's shift to Delhi yields a graphic novel about monster migrants. What will the impending Mumbai move throw up?For every woman who has ever wished she was Wonder Woman, whipping the misogyny out of a street harasser, Samit Basu presents an idol...

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The ultimate guide to Marrakech

An off-beat destination in Morocco with a Shah Rukh hangover. What's not to like?Everything about Marrakech, Morocco — old city walls, Riads, crumbling palaces, noisy souks, skilled artisans — is unique. The ambience lends it a distinct character, different...

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