Overwork is no longer the exception—it’s the expectation. When productivity is measured in hours, people lose not just time, but purpose. Here’s why hustle culture demands a serious rethink. Reading time: 4 minutes | Published link India’s hustle culture has now attained its new poster boy: Shanky Chauhan, the head of sales at the Bombay Shaving Company. The man was captured snoozing in an auto post his work shift. His image has been circulating on LinkedIn as the CEO Shantan

In a world of instant gratification, many turn to the likes of synthetic polyester, acrylic, nylon and viscose to name a few as the cheaper alternatives but these come at the cost of the environment’s health. Reading time: 5 minutes Eco-conscious fashion is on the rise. With the rising impact of textile production over climate, industry experts from Mumbai are coming up with sustainable fashion brands to negate the hazards of fast fashion.   Fast fashion brands like Zara and

Mike Desir, the French hairstylist reveals how Emily’s hairstyle draws references from the 50s and 60s to depict the changes in her character arc. Reading time: 4 minutes Lily Collins in her element If you have seen the latest season of Netflix’s Emily in Paris, you would have noticed the appearance of soft bangs donned by Emily as she finds creative solutions in the grand city of fashion. The shift in her character is visible as the ex-Chicago marketing executive, takes long

Ecotourism is a rising trend that encourages tourists to take on environmentally sustainable vacations over experience-based ones for a mindful journey. Here's how it's panning out for cyclists in India. Reading time: 4 minutes | Published link Pune-based Saideep Dhondge is currently cycling on the western coast of India and is about to reach Vijaydurg, one of the oldest forts of Maharashtra. Today marks the 5 th day of his Konkan cycling expedition which is being covered on

Marathoners amount to roughly 2 per cent of the total population that wakes up in the wee hours of the day, gets ready, and goes out to claim the roads on foot. Here's how it panned out for three participants. Reading time: 6 minutes | Published link Marathon season is here and runners are gearing up for a 42km stretch. Image courtesy: Mathias Reding Nothing binds a city like its annual marathon event. On January 15, at the dawn of Sunday, 55,000 athletes will gather at the C

A recent study by MIT Sloan shows that toxic work culture is a primary factor pushing people to quit their jobs. Reading time: 6 minutes | Published link No organisation willingly associates itself with a culture of workplace humiliation. Yet, it remains a widespread practice, one that forces employees into unhealthy work environments or drives them to quit altogether. As Mumbai-based leadership coach and seasoned HR professional Prabir Jha points out, “The era of silently en

Owner of the bookstore, Avadhesh harks back to the bygone days and remembers the history and evolution of his iconic shop ‘Friend’s Stall’ in Mumbai's Fort area. Reading time: 4 minutes | Published link The store carries an extensive collection spanning politics, society, history, economics, and a wide range of other genres. In an age dominated by e-readers and screens, for those who still relish the tactile pleasure of turning pages, the book street in Mumbai’s Fort area fee

Flamingos are one of the most distinctly identifiable, wading birds of the world. One morning I went looking for the bird species marked with pink feathers, slender legs and curvy necks. Here's what I found. Reading time: 4 minutes | Published link Photo Courtesy: Vidyasagar Hariharan Mumbai’s bird expert, Neeraj Chawla is gearing up to camouflage in nature. The nip in the air is ripe for his adventure to go Flamingo spotting in the city’s swampy lands. In his opinion, one mu

As the AQI turns worse with each passing winter, we either need Shanghai-level solutions or turn to quick fix with indoor plants. Read below to find out! Reading time: 4 minutes | Published link Discover how plants can combat air pollution by absorbing airborne toxins and volatile organic compounds through their leaves and roots. Mumbai’s AQI may be grabbing headlines, but the air indoors has quietly joined the smog party. As thick smog blankets the city’s skyline, the curren