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The Tragic, Trailblazing Life of Dr. Anandibai Joshi

The first Indian woman to get a Western medical degree was a child bride, teen mom, and physician-in-charge — all before 21.

Why South Asians are Pursuing Surrogacy

The community is turning to the reproductive option in growing numbers — but who carries the cost and stigma?

Can India Reclaim Its Perfume Glory?

The $62 billion global fragrance industry runs on synthetics. But one country’s ancient, natural traditions are gaining ground.

That “European” Beadwork? Made in India.

Western fashion houses are claiming they’re bringing beading back. The “Ibiza aesthetic” was never theirs to begin with.

‘The Royals’ is Ridiculous — and That’s Okay

Could a startup queen, a horse boy prince, and a business-meets-palace plot be exactly what we need right now?

This Conflict’s Disinformation is Out of Control

What happens when two nuclear powers fight not just across borders, but also online?

Fake Paneer is Ruining Everything

The soft cheese that fed a nation is now India’s most adulterated food — and poses serious health risks.

Who Gets to Wear the Patiala Necklace?

Cartier let Emma Chamberlain wear its choker, but denied Diljit Dosanjh. For many, it’s a shocking reminder of who still controls Indian history.

Met Gala 2025: Black Dandyism Meets South Asian Glamour

Shah Rukh Khan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Kiara Advani made their long-awaited debuts, while jewelry and accessories took center stage.

How the West Stole Indian Fashion

Muslin. Cashmere. Paisley. Europe didn’t just loot from the subcontinent — it built empires off its artistry.

Mahendra Patel’s Family and Friends Speak Out

A rushed indictment. Over six weeks in jail. A canceled hearing. The Georgia engineer’s loved ones are pushing back against a broken justice system.

How Ancient Hindus Predicted the Universe’s Vastness

Westerners called their large numbers “absurd.” But these scholars laid the groundwork for modern-day math and physics.

Why ‘Main Hoon Na’ is More Relevant Than Ever

Farah Khan’s 2004 blockbuster wasn’t just a college comedy. It reflected a fragile moment of optimism between India and Pakistan.

The Safari Suit: How India Reclaimed a Colonial Relic

The British military garb shaped a newly independent country’s fashion — and redefined class, identity, and power.

Why is Mahendra Patel Still in Jail?

An Indian American engineer has spent weeks behind bars in Georgia, even as new footage reveals a shocking lack of evidence.

‘Superboys of Malegaon’ Spotlights the Joy — and Pain — of Cinema

What do you do when Bollywood is out of reach? If you're from one small town, you make your own damn movie.

When Hanumankind Brought Chenda to Coachella

The Indian rapper’s powerful set turned a centuries-old temple drum from Kerala into one of the music festival’s most immortal sounds.

Falooda: The Original Maximalist Dessert

How a Persian slushy crossed empires, melted social barriers, and became South Asia’s most layered dessert.

The Last Elephant Polo Match

The sport’s surreal journey reveals what happens when colonial fantasy, animal conservation, and morality collide.

Forget American Tariffs — Is this India’s Free Trade Moment?

For many, India is the “poster child” for the perils of high duties. Now, it has a rare chance to cut deals and reshape the global world order.