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Best of the Week | A childhood without pets, and the strays who filled that gap

New Delhi, Aug. 16 -- I grew up in a household where the answer to getting a pet was always a firm "no". I was fascinated by dogs-their warmth, their friendliness, the comfort they seemed to bring-but... Read More


Best of the Week: Power. Tariffs. Tensions. What's next for global trade?

New Delhi, Aug. 2 -- Key export sectors such as textiles, auto parts, and food products were dealt a rude shock when US President Donald Trump slapped a 25% tariff-along with an additional 'penalty'-o... Read More


Best of the Week: From pocket money to QR codes

New Delhi, July 19 -- I still remember the day I turned 18. My father had a mission: "Open your own bank account," "Apply for a PAN card," "Get a driver's license." I did it all-partly out of exciteme... Read More


Best of the Week: Growing up with tech that talks back

New Delhi, July 5 -- We-me and others around my age-have had a front-row seat to the whirlwind of tech evolution, and wow, it's been fast. I still remember when Google first entered our lives. It quic... Read More


The week that was: When tragedy took flight

New Delhi, June 14 -- What began as an ordinary day on 12 June quickly turned into one of unimaginable tragedy. Around 2pm, news broke of a plane crash near Ahmedabad airport. My first instinctive hop... Read More


Best of the Week | From roasts to reels: A walk through India's comedy scene over the years

New Delhi, May 31 -- In my first or second year of college, I stumbled upon stand-up comedy for the first time. And not just any kind - it was roast comedy that was all the rage back then (especially ... Read More