The Tigress Who Ruled the Lakes, and Every Heart That Watched Her
The man who spent years tracking, observing and documenting India’s wildlife shares the powerful, personal story of Ranthambhore’s unforgettable tigress.
Dubrovnik: Paradise between the Mountains and the Sea
The Croatian has seen more than its share of calamities, but it has never lost its appealing spirit
The Uncle Who Taught Me How to Live
Be honest, be brave, be kind, look around—the words were never uttered, but the message always got through
What a Ticketless Woman on a Mumbai Train Taught Me About Survival
A wordless encounter on a Mumbai local train leaves a lasting imprint that time can’t erase.
I Forgot the Fall. I Never Forgot the Kindness
In a move-on culture full of fast forgetting, one woman recalls the stranger who chose instead to stop, notice, and care
To My Unknown Benefactor: RD Readers Share their Stories of Kindness from Strangers
Stories of nameless Good Samaritans that reminds us that even the smallest acts of compassion can never be forgotten.
A Call for Compassion
What does it mean to live with daya—kindness—as both duty and grace in today’s conflicted world?
Good News: A Spotlight on India's Hidden Heritage, Spain's Cancer Breakthrough, a River Reborn and more
Positive news from around the world that shows humanity at its best
Photo Essay: The Unquiet Streets--Rediscovering Bombay's Years of Civil Disobedience
A rare album from the Alkazi Collection of Photography offers a remarkable visual record of the Civil Disobedience Movement in Bombay (1930–31)
Extraordinary Indians: How Piyush Tiwari Turned Personal Loss Into a Road-Safety Movement That Saved Lives
A personal loss to hesitation drove him to campaign for road safety reforms.
Extraordinary Indians: A. Sabeena, the Nurse who Braved the 2024 Wayanad Floods to Save Lives
Her viral rescue made headlines, but behind it lies a deeper story of courage, compassion and a woman who has spent her life showing up when others need her most.
6 Ways to Make Your Dog Smarter
Just like humans, a dog’s intelligence can be increased through education and training. Well-trained dogs are smarter, better behaved and more fun. In reality, seeming ‘smart’ often simply reflects ‘training’ so you’ll need to invest time in training and communicating with your dog. These tips will help make your dog a clever canine.
A Beneficial Breakfast Option, Pedalling Away Hunger, Ways to Stop Greys and more
The latest in medical research and health news you need to know
RD Recommends: Hamnet, Blossoms Shanghai and More
Our top picks for the best films, series and books from February 2026