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World Cocktail Day: The best bars in Delhi to visit for a seriously good drink

Updated : May 13, 2026

World Cocktail Day: The best bars in Delhi to visit if you take your cocktails seriously

From GK2's quietly competitive third-floor cluster to Defence Colony's record-playing haunt, the capital's cocktail bars are no longer just backdrop, they're the destination

Shake things up: The best cocktail recipes to try at home this World Cocktail Day

Updated : May 13, 2026

From Himalayan negronis to wasabi watermelons: 15+ recipes to help you celebrate World Cocktail Day at home

Whether you're a seasoned home bartender or just learning your way around a shaker, today is a good excuse to try something new

9 in 10 Indians planning summer 2026 travel despite uncertainty, but flexibility is the new norm

Updated : May 13, 2026

Bangkok to Kozhikode: Where Indians are flying this summer and how much it will cost

Airfare volatility, rising overall costs, and global disruptions are reshaping decision-making in real time, making this one of the most complex planning seasons Indian travellers have navigated in recent years

47% of Indian travellers plan to avoid crowded destinations as sustainable travel gains ground

Updated : May 6, 2026

96% of Indian travellers want more sustainable travel and they’re starting to act on it: Here's how

Nine‑in‑ten Indian travellers say more sustainable travel is important or very important to them, and across age groups, there is a clear shift from intention to everyday action on the ground

What shortage? You can now attend Diet Coke parties

Updated : May 6, 2026

Ready for a Coke-tail? Indian pubs are throwing ‘Diet Coke parties’ for ₹1,000-1,500

Diet Coke shortage has turned it into an opportunity for Indian pubs and social media influencers.

Mango moment at Met Gala 2026: Isha Ambani blends art, fashion, and symbolism

Updated : May 5, 2026

Why did Isha Ambani carry a 'mango' to the Met Gala 2026?

At the Met Gala 2026, Isha Ambani delivered a clear message in support of Indian craftsmanship and artistic expression

Met Gala 2026 starred Karan Johar, Isha Ambani, Ananya Birla

Updated : May 5, 2026

5,600 hours, 1,800 carats, a Subodh Gupta mask: India's Met Gala 2026 feat. Karan Johar, Isha Ambani, Ananya Birla

Three of the night's most talked-about looks came from Indian attendees, each rooted in a distinct tradition of craft, art and heritage, and each making a case for Indian creativity on fashion's biggest stage

Launching on May 7, the Stella McCartney H&M collection brings together oversized shirting, sweeping trenches and signature tailoring with playful archival pieces like slogan tees and embellished prints.

Updated : May 1, 2026

Betting on India's fast evolving fashion market, H&M banks on sustainability and Gen Z appeal with its Stella McCartney collection

"India is a fast-growing and important market for us. We have ambitious plans both in physical stores and digital," says Helena Kuylenstierna, Director, H&M India.

Updated : Apr 29, 2026

Bags worth ₹1.25 lakh+ sold out! Luxury's bejewelled chapter unfolds as Judith Leiber Couture debuts in India, brings its iconic minaudières to Delhi

At its first India store at The Chanakya in New Delhi, Judith Leiber Couture brought together globally recognised silhouettes and a tailored edit for the Indian luxury consumer.

Check your tea leaves for adulteration and iron fillings

Updated : Apr 29, 2026

Chai lovers, starting your day with a cup of tea? You must check if your tea leaves are adulterated

According to the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) there are a few simple tricks to check the purity of your tea leaves.

"Savana has scaled rapidly since launching, driven by strong product-market fit. We’ve seen around ~200% year-on-year growth across key metrics," says Rahul Dayama.

Updated : Apr 28, 2026

Inside Savana's Gen Z Playbook: Rahul Dayama on consumer-first approach, building a data-first brand and the new language of fashion

From AI-led demand forecasting to a 500-plus creator network, Savana by Urbanic is betting on a fashion model where content, community and commerce move together.

Marriott International's Autograph Collection Hotels has made its debut in India with NoorMahal, Delhi NCR Karnal.

Updated : Apr 27, 2026

NoorMahal becomes India's first Autograph Collection hotel; CMD Colonel Manbeer Choudhary on the Marriott partnership and the palace hotel opportunity

As luxury travel shifts from opulence to experience-led heritage, NoorMahal's Marriott tie-up puts the spotlight on India’s evolving palace hotel market.

Hill stations at home, Japan abroad: Indian travellers ditch checklists for personal journeys

Updated : Apr 23, 2026

From Manali to Tokyo: How Indians are planning summer travel in 2026

Patterns for the May to June 2026 travel window show a clear tilt toward destinations that offer something specific, cooler temperatures, spiritual depth, cultural discovery or coastal calm, rather than simply ticking boxes

The desi premium: How global brands turn Indian basics into luxury

Updated : Apr 22, 2026

Luxury giants' desi rip-off: How brands like Prada, Ralph Lauren are profiting off uncredited Indian artistry

From Kolhapuri chappals to jhumkas, these "inspirations" flood Milan and Paris Fashion Weeks, often rebranded as vague "vintage" or "toe-braided" novelties, sparking viral fury over cultural appropriation

"The strength of the Indian bar industry lies in the fact that we are culturally very rich, and that’s an advantage very few countries have at this scale," Yangdup Lama, serial ‘bartrepreneur’ and Co-founder of India Bartender Show.

Updated : Apr 13, 2026

How 'drinking Indian' is transforming bar menus, spaces through regional storytelling

Across India’s leading bars and beverage programmes, there is growing interest in building drinks that feel rooted in the country’s own culinary memory, agricultural diversity and regional traditions.

What is girl dinner? (AI generated image)

Updated : Apr 11, 2026

What is 'Girl Dinner'? Lazy snack plates that slay solo nights; Here's how you can make yours healthy

This trend resonates because it's unapologetically simple and fun, bonding women online over shared laziness and creativity

GenZ daters lead emotional availability checks before love labels

Updated : Apr 11, 2026

Emotional vibe check before commitment: Why India's Gen Z daters are auditing hearts before swiping right on love?

A new survey reveals how young Indians from metros and suburbs are prioritising mental readiness over rushed romance

For Shekhar Swarup, Joint Managing Director and CEO of Globus Spirits, the move is as much about timing as it is about consumer evolution.

Updated : May 11, 2026

Globus Spirits launches TERAI Tequila, bets on India's premium Agave spirits opportunity

The launch of TERAI Tequila marks Globus Spirits' entry into the global tequila category, anchored in authenticity and global craftsmanship.

Sneakers are no longer trying to do one thing better than everything else. They are trying to do specific things more intelligently.

Updated : Apr 2, 2026

Comfort, rewired: Inside the tech driving modern footwear

The most interesting sneakers right now are not obsessed with speed. They are obsessed with sensation. What has changed is not just material science, but intent.

Ochre Spirits is stepping up its premium craft spirits play with the launch of two new gins — The Original Dry Gin and Plum & Citron Gin.

Updated : Apr 1, 2026

Ochre Spirits bets on India's maturing gin market with two new launches, eyes ₹145 crore revenue in three years

India's gin category was once driven largely by first-time experimentation, but is now showing signs of repeat demand, with consumers becoming more selective on flavour, quality and drinking occasions.

Artificial intelligence is changing how people discover, plan and experience travel.

Updated : Mar 19, 2026

AI takes the lead in travel planning as Mastercard, MakeMyTrip choose India to launch 'Lifestyle Navigator'

Mastercard has partnered with MakeMyTrip to launch ‘Lifestyle Navigator’, an AI-powered travel and lifestyle concierge. India is the first market in the world to see this platform go live.

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World Cocktail Day: The best bars in Delhi to visit if you take your cocktails seriously

From Himalayan negronis to wasabi watermelons: 15+ recipes to help you celebrate World Cocktail Day at home

Bangkok to Kozhikode: Where Indians are flying this summer and how much it will cost

96% of Indian travellers want more sustainable travel and they’re starting to act on it: Here's how

Ready for a Coke-tail? Indian pubs are throwing ‘Diet Coke parties’ for ₹1,000-1,500

Why did Isha Ambani carry a 'mango' to the Met Gala 2026?

5,600 hours, 1,800 carats, a Subodh Gupta mask: India's Met Gala 2026 feat. Karan Johar, Isha Ambani, Ananya Birla

Betting on India's fast evolving fashion market, H&M banks on sustainability and Gen Z appeal with its Stella McCartney collection

Bags worth ₹1.25 lakh+ sold out! Luxury's bejewelled chapter unfolds as Judith Leiber Couture debuts in India, brings its iconic minaudières to Delhi

Chai lovers, starting your day with a cup of tea? You must check if your tea leaves are adulterated

Inside Savana's Gen Z Playbook: Rahul Dayama on consumer-first approach, building a data-first brand and the new language of fashion

NoorMahal becomes India's first Autograph Collection hotel; CMD Colonel Manbeer Choudhary on the Marriott partnership and the palace hotel opportunity

From Manali to Tokyo: How Indians are planning summer travel in 2026

Luxury giants' desi rip-off: How brands like Prada, Ralph Lauren are profiting off uncredited Indian artistry

How 'drinking Indian' is transforming bar menus, spaces through regional storytelling

What is 'Girl Dinner'? Lazy snack plates that slay solo nights; Here's how you can make yours healthy

Emotional vibe check before commitment: Why India's Gen Z daters are auditing hearts before swiping right on love?

Globus Spirits launches TERAI Tequila, bets on India's premium Agave spirits opportunity

Comfort, rewired: Inside the tech driving modern footwear

Ochre Spirits bets on India's maturing gin market with two new launches, eyes ₹145 crore revenue in three years

AI takes the lead in travel planning as Mastercard, MakeMyTrip choose India to launch 'Lifestyle Navigator'

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