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Blackout curtains block heat, not just light: 8 picks to keep your home cool

Published on Apr 20, 2026 11:17 am IST

Sunlight blocked by blackout curtains creates a cool, dim room, offering comfort and relief from intense summer heat outside.(Pexels.com)

Quote of the day by Zohran Mamdani: ‘What I don’t have in experience…’

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani smiles during an address marking his first 100 days in office at the Knockdown Centre, Sunday, April 12, 2026, in New York.(AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 07:17 am IST

Inside Malaika Arora's 'magical' holiday at Jodhpur royal family's hotel

Malaika Arora's stay at Rawla Narlai highlighted its blend of heritage and luxury, (Instagram/ Malaika Arora)

Published on Apr 19, 2026 02:01 pm IST

Step inside MP Manoj Tiwari's Delhi home where rooms are named after places

Manoj Tiwari's residence in Delhi merges traditional and modern elements, (YouTube/ Farah Khan)

Published on Apr 19, 2026 01:02 pm IST

Quote of the day by Mukesh Ambani: ‘There is no substitute for hard work…'

Mukesh Ambani's perspective on hardwork is motivating. (Bloomberg)

Published on Apr 19, 2026 06:59 am IST

How this vegetarian restaurant is redefining Bengaluru’s dining scene

Phurr bets on innovative vegan and veg plates and mocktails to keep diners loyal. (Instagram/ Phurr)

Published on Apr 18, 2026 04:02 pm IST

Step inside 'world’s largest cafe' in Bengaluru spread across 90,000 square foot

The Rameshwaram Cafe founder Raghavendra Rao says the goal was to create a space 'where culture, belief, and food exist as one'. (Instagram/ slurp_till_u_burp)

Published on Apr 18, 2026 02:44 pm IST

Make way for Clog-Zilla: Rachel Lopez writes on fatbergs

In American illustrator Nathan T Wright’s children’s book, The Adventures of Fatberg (2015), the stinky sewer blockages are imagined as friendly, misunderstood creatures.

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 02:58 pm IST

A dash of seasoning: How salt gave us the words salary, salad, saucer

A 2,500-year-old mural at the Mayan site of Calakmul in Mexico shows salt being traded. It is believed to have served as a form of money and a vital commodity here. The man in the broad-brimmed hat (likely made from vegetable fibre) was likely the buyer in this transaction. (Rogelio Valencia, Proyecto Arqueológico Calakmul via Louisiana State University)

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 02:50 pm IST

The quiet dread you’re feeling has a name: hyper-normalisation

Anti-war protests in LA; Disaster Girl memes; starvation in Gaza; US-Israel missiles exploding in Tehran. (Images: Shutterstock, AP)

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 02:44 pm IST

That sounded better in Mandarin: Deepanjana Pal writes on The Drama vs a C-drama

Pursuit of Jade, Chinese TV’s first truly global hit, tells the love story of a haughty nobleman and a female butcher.

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 02:36 pm IST

Are you there yet?: Decoding the new maths of adulthood

(HT illustration: Rahul Pakarath)

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 11:08 pm IST

Picture perfect: See more posters from Zubaan’s feminist archive

This poster bears no words, just a heartfelt wish. It shows a woman reclining in a sari, her feet up on a stool, a book in her hands and a cathode-ray TV on its stand in front of her. A cup of tea sits at her side, and she wears a carefree smile. (Courtesy Poster Women)

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 02:31 pm IST

Quote of the day by Shah Rukh Khan: ‘Our values are our values. They don’t…’

Read more to find out what King Khan had to say about respecting other people's perspectives.(PTI)

Published on Apr 18, 2026 07:00 am IST

Word on the street: Trace the story of India’s feminist movement through posters

Two women dance like no one’s watching. The slogan reads: “There are no paths… paths are made by walking.” (Above right) A many-armed woman struggles under the weight of unshared labour. (Zubaan Archives)

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 12:00 pm IST

Closing the loop: See how Singapore is pushing for water self-sufficiency

MacRitchie reservoir is Singapore’s oldest catchment, completed in 1868 to address its water shortages. (Wikimedia)

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 08:45 pm IST

H2... Whoa - The Wknd water special: Let the mighty Ganga tell our story

At the Gangotri Glacier, where the Ganga originates. (Adobe Stock)

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 06:10 pm IST

H2... Whoa: In a world of water bankruptcy, a look at where we stand

(HT Imaging via ChatGPT)

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 08:32 pm IST

The eyes have it: A Wknd chat with Sheeba Chadha, co-star of Riz Ahmed’s Bait

(Photo: Arjun Kamath Photography)

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 11:59 am IST

Inside renovated Mumbai flats that prove a home is never too small: Pics

Smita Vijaykumar Contractor's renovation transforms a cramped Mumbai apartment into a spacious sanctuary. (All pics: ReNNovate)

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 04:23 pm IST

Step inside a unique tree-shaped office in Delhi inspired by Himalayas and Ganga

A look inside a tree-shaped office in Delhi.

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 01:47 pm IST

Quote of the day by Victoria Beckham: ‘If you work hard enough and believe in…’

April 17 marks Victoria Beckham's birthday!(AFP)

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 07:00 am IST

Inside Harsh Gujral's 3-storey home in Delhi where he lives with his parents

Harsh Gujral gave a tour of his family residence in Delhi.

Updated on Apr 16, 2026 11:11 am IST

Quote of the day by Ariana Grande: ‘We should be able to be happy and not…'

Ariana Grande's mantra on being happy is eye-opening!

Updated on Apr 16, 2026 07:06 am IST

Mount Holyoke’s corpse flower blooms again, drawing crowds to its ‘rotting flesh’ stench

Mount Holyoke’s corpse flower blooms again, drawing crowds to its ‘rotting flesh’ stench

Published on Apr 16, 2026 12:25 am IST

Can't bear the heat at home? Here's how to turn it into a cool, comfy retreat

Windows are one of the major sources of heat ingress, that most people overlook.(Unsplash)

Published on Apr 15, 2026 05:14 pm IST

Boring dining room? 5 decor hacks to create a fine dining experience at home

Say goodbye to boring dining setup with these premium decor hacks. (Picture credit: Freepik)

Published on Apr 15, 2026 05:11 pm IST

Stop waking up sweaty: This viral cooling blanket is the summer hack you need to sleep comfortably

A light, airy bed styled with a cooling blanket promises restful summer sleep without overheating or constant tossing through the night.(Pexels.com)

Published on Apr 15, 2026 01:39 pm IST

World Art Day: How art builds confidence and shapes identity in children

Art serves as a vital outlet for children who have lost their parents, helping them express emotions and navigate their identities.

Updated on Apr 15, 2026 12:32 pm IST

Heat wave alerts 40°C+ expected: 5 Natural ways to keep your home cool

A breezy summer home setup with vetiver curtains, indoor plants, and light cotton fabrics creates a calm, naturally cool living space.

Published on Apr 15, 2026 11:23 am IST

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