With over 16,000 books of different genre available in the British Council's Digital Library, readers have access to a treasure trove of thought-provoking books that celebrates languages in all its richness. This International Mother Language Day, the British Council spotlights five must-read books that will...
The soiree hosted by General Manager Biswajit Chakraborty and headlined by Rocky Patel, founder of the esteemed Rocky Patel Premium Cigar Company was impeccably curated by Cigar Conexion. Lovers of the leaf were treated to a masterclass in indulgence, sampling Rocky’s finest creations—rare and limited-edition...
The Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne and Cranbourne are unveiling a brand-new lineup of events for 2025-2026. Highlights include Lightfall, a 1km illuminated light trail at Cranbourne Gardens in April, offering a captivating nighttime experience. Lightscape will also return to Melbourne Gardens for its fourth year, after recently...
New and Upcoming Route 66 ExperiencesHistoric Route 66, also known as the Mother Road, officially starts in Chicago, and is one of the USA’s most iconic highways, offering a popular road trip adventure through Illinois. This 301-mile stretch of open road is dotted with various...
SMARTPHONES We experienced the first version of Gen-AI on smartphones powered by Android and iOS. While Google took the lead with Gemini Live and its features. Apple Intelligence has started rolling out newer features. But it will only be in 2025 that we will see...
As Deepavali celebrations ended in October and Christmas festivities faded recently, many of us reflect on our indulgences—sneaking in a slice of rich plum cake, relishing pudding, or savoring a plateful of murukku while enjoying festive movie premieres. However, for those living with diabetes, prediabetes,...
As the vibrant days of February unfold, a gentle warmth begins to fill the air, carrying with it the quiet anticipation of love’s arrival. The season feels brighter, the skies stretch their arms a little longer, and the world seems to hum with a promise...
As case in point, consider the extravagant wedding that recently took place in our community. The celebration featured the vibrant melodies of Sangeet, the intricate artistry of Mehendi, and a plethora of festivities that dazzled the senses. The splendor of the occasion was visible in...
The Architect of Liberalization:A Nation RebornIn 1991, as India teetered on the brink of economic collapse, Dr. Singh emerged as the unlikeliest savior. Handpicked by Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao, he dismantled the suffocating License Raj and threw open India’s doors to globalization. His reforms...
In this spirit, let us celebrate the remarkable breakthroughs of 2024 that shaped our world and consider the predictions for 2025, a year poised to redefine human potential. With the advent of cutting-edge technology, space exploration milestones, and transformative AI systems, it’s an exhilarating time...
