Walk through Chettinad’s bustling lanes, and you will be welcomed by heritage mansions featuring intricate handiwork, ponds with lotus blooms, and ancient temples with ornate facades. The region once helmed by the Nattukottai Chettiars, was known for its opulence in every realm: architecture, culinary heritage, art and craft, and more. While only 11,000 mansions remain … Read more
Karnataka Assembly Elections 2023: While the vote counting for the Karnataka Assembly Elections 2023 is underway in the state. Congress has crossed the halfway mark leading in 124 seats, while BJP has been leading in 74 assembly seats. DK Shivakumar has won the seat but the Congress is not too sure speculating about a race … Read more
Marielle Wunderink at Mamallapuram | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Marielle Wunderink and her van have been drawing attention from locals and tourists alike in Mamallapuram since her arrival here over a month go. Fishermen, tourists, police and kids gather around trying to steal a peek inside. The Maruti Suzuki Omni van is painted with mermaids, … Read more