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The Unforgettable Sam Manekshaw: The First Soldier Of India

Meet this famous warrior and jovial man of peace. An RD Classic from 1973
True Stories

Good News: How Predators Turned Protectors, Kindness at an Altitude, A Library for Kids by Kids, and More

Heartwarming, world-shaking, awe-inspiring and straight-up happy-making reasons to smile.

Features

Mário de Miranda: The Genius Who Drew a World

To mark the 100th birth anniversary of this uncommon genius, a family friend and fellow Goan remembers Mário, whose sharp humour and affectionate gaze captured the heart of a nation

Illustration by Laura Martín
Features

Holiday Magic: Secret Santa Saves the Day

A stranger keeps the Christmas spirit alive for a little girl

Conversations

Unseen, Unpaid, Unsustainable: On the Burden of Invisible Labour on India's Women

For decades, our systems have ignored the invisible labour shouldered by women to sustain homes, families, and wealth producers of the nation. It’s time to stop taking this work for granted

Photo: Lekha Naidu
Culturescape

Anjum Hassan's 10 Favourite Books of All Time

Anjum Hasan is the author of the novels The Cosmopolitans (Penguin Random House India), Neti, Neti (Roli Books) and Lunatic in my Head (Penguin India); the short story collection, Difficult Pleasures (Penguin India); and the book of poems, Street On The Hill (Sahitya Akademi)

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True Stories

India's Open-Water Swimmers Are Conquering the World's Toughest Seas

From the Cook Strait to the English Channel, a new generation of Indian endurance swimmers is pushing the limits of human stamina—and making waves on the global stage.

Dr. Abraham George sold his successful U.S.-based business to focus full-time on philanthropy.  Photo: Ratheesh Sundaram
True Stories

How Dr. Abraham George is Building a World Of Second Chances

After a near-death moment granted him a new lease on life, Dr. Abraham George chose to turn his blessings outward, creating opportunities so at-risk children can begin again

Health & Wellness

The Scoop on Veggie Powders

Is drinking greens healthier than eating them?

Parenting Is A Joke! 12 Anecdotes on Raising Children
Conversations

Parenting Is A Joke! 12 Anecdotes on Raising Children

So let’s all take some time to laugh at our kids.

How to Eat Fruits and Vegetables
Better Living

How to Eat Fruits and Vegetables

Serve up some delicious, healthy produce now, while it’s fresh.

To-Do List Getting You Down?
Better Living

To-Do List Getting You Down?

Understanding the psychology of goals can help tick things off—and keep you on track

Standing Taller Than His Challenges
True Stories

Standing Taller Than His Challenges

A man with a troubled past saves a life. Two months later, he does it again

Is Your Pet Overweight?
Better Living

Is Your Pet Overweight?

Our society is becoming increasingly overweight and so are our pets. Similar to humans, overweight pets have a much higher risk of disease and other health problems. Veterinarian Dr Katrina Warren shares her expert advice on the causes, issues and remedies for overweight dogs and cats.