Soma Das

Talk like TED: Why are motivational talks gaining popularity?

In 1984, the first TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) conference was held at the Monterey Conference Center in California.

From blue cheese to milk chocolate bacon: quirky ice creams to try in Mumbai

Plain vanilla ice creams are passé. From flavours like pani puri and blue cheese to milk chocolate bacon and chocolate wasabi, there’s a lot in the city to tempt you

‘Life’s all about taking risks’ : Filmmaker-author Sooni Taraporevala

With a film and a new edition of her cult book set to release next year, Sooni Taraporevala says she has no plans of slowing down

Art walk at St Regis Mumbai an ode to Indian masters

Traditional crafts meet ancient Indian calligraphy in this travelling exhibition

Akshara, an exhibition that’s visiting Mumbai, displays 150 objects and features events revolving around Indian scripts

Mumbai to Burma: UK photographer captures cultural architecture

Clare Arni has been photographing stunning architecture for a quarter of a century. Here is your chance to see some of her own favourite shots

This dance drama portrays an LGBT love story through Greek mythology

A Greek tragedy about friendship, unrequited love, anger, jealousy and revenge, dancer Sandip Soparrkar brings you the story of the LGBT community’s quest for love

Ahead of International Coffee Day, we trace its journey

Rohit Sharma says FIFA is his video game of choice on weekends

Insider’s guide: National Centre for the Performing Arts in Mumbai

Insider’s guide: National Centre for the Performing Arts in Mumbai

The Mumbai landmark was built on reclaimed land and is a structural marvel. Here’s why

These two photographers will take you on a journey through Kashmir

Two photographers, one an exile, the other an outsider, capture the many facets of Kashmir over the years

These two photographers will take you on a journey through Kashmir

Two photographers, one an exile, the other an outsider, capture the many facets of Kashmir over the years.

What’s driving us to order fresh and organic produce?

Heirloom tomatoes from Alibaug and desi eggs from Nashik. More and more services are cashing in on our desire to eat healthy, and organic, even at a premium.

Know all GOT sigils, not of Indian royal families? Learn here

They are not sigils from house Stark or Lannister (think Game of Thrones), but from Indian royal families. Get a rare look at a private collection.

YouTheatre 2.0 brings together music, dance, theatre, stand-up comedy

In its second year, YouTheatre — inspired by the Edinburgh Festival Fringe — brings together music, dance, theatre and stand-up comedy

Visit museums across the world, without leaving your couch

How to see museum exhibits, historical sites and archival images from across the world without leaving your couch? Amit Sood, director of the ambitious project, the Google Cultural Institute, tells us

Insider's Guide: There is more to Lalbaug than Lalbaugcha Raja

There’s more to this area than the Lalbaugcha Raja. In fact, go before Ganesh Chaturthi to see the idols getting final touches, and discover lesser-known spots of significance.

Sax and the City: How jazz in Mumbai is on a comeback trail

A new dedicated jazz bar; a new generation of performers; and hip venues determined to bring the genre back: it's the beginning of a revival.

3D cakes that defy gravity are a thing now, tried any?

Cake artist Verusca Walker makes you believe Charlie's chocolate factory could be real. In her version, it would be made of flour, sugar and eggs.

Books on Toast, the annual book sale is back, and bigger

Open mics, quizzes, workshops: Books on Toast, the annual book sale event, is back, and bigger. Our pick of what to attend.

Cricketer Zaheer Khan can watch Friends all weekend

Cricketer Zaheer Khan’s plans revolve around his friends. His choice of TV show, then, isn’t surprising at all

To Siachen and back, through the eyes of artist Baptist Coelho

The Glacier area is closed for civilians, but artist Baptist Coelho convinced soldiers from the conflict zone to contribute to his project.

This film festival will change the way you look at women

“Feminism is not a dirty word,” singer Kate Nash famously said. These indie short films by women filmmakers will convince you so.

Sachin Bhandary's story: 25 trains in 25 days across India

Sachin Bhandary quit his job and took 25 trains in 25 days across India. He shares his story.

In pictures: 100 years of art from Maharashtra

An ongoing exhibition at the NGMA At the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), the exhibition presents art from regions like Konkan, Marathwada, Khandesh and Vidarbha, alongside works from Mumbai and Pune.puts Maharashtra in focus, with 175 artists from all across the state, and works spanning 100 years

Vir Das is lying on his show. Can you call his bluff?

People in 17 cities across the country couldn’t call Vir Das’s bluff. Think you can? Find out at the finale performance of his latest show in Mumbai

Mumbai gets a glimpse of Julian Opie's iconic art works

British artist Julian Opie, whose minimalist and modern artwork is instantly recognisable, is currently exhibiting Winter. — a series of digitally reworked landscapes — in Mumbai.

Art Deco-ded: Explore south Mumbai's timeless architecture

Turrets shaped like flying saucers, nautical elements, an obsession with streamlining – Mumbai’s Art Deco structures denote a forward-thinking era and a proud city. Watch out for the geometric patterns (saucer-like turrets; zigzags), maritime elements (waves, ship deck-style railings, porthole windows), the rounded balconies, the obsession with symmetry, and you will be transported to a different era — the ‘20s to the ‘40s, to be specific.

The premise of Josh Talks: Ordinary people, extraordinary journeys

Need a little push to chase your passion? Listen to these speakers at Josh Talks for some inspiration