The devotional art of Jainism, Buddhism and Hinduism share many similarities, even some gods. To understand why, you need to examine the ancient Indian origins of these religions and their ...

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at a Syrian truce deal with Druze militants, a secret British relocation ...

An ancient Roman erotic mosaic depicting a half-naked couple has returned to Pompeii more than 80 years after it was stolen ...

A mosaic panel on travertine slabs, depicting an erotic theme from the Roman era, was returned to the archaeological park of ...

From cocoa drinks made by the Aztecs to India’s love affair with chocolate, this article traces the evolution of chocolate ...

From mist-covered forests to rain-kissed palaces, these monsoon retreats promise immersive escapes filled with nature, ...

Amethyst will present the Amrapali Gold Pop Up show this week. Amrapali's collection showcases exceptional craftsmanship and ...

Morning hymns blare through a temple loudspeaker in Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu, stirring the stillness that had settled over the night like a handspun Kandangi saree. I squint to see the time before ...

They are where India’s true spirit thrives—chaotic yet captivating, ancient yet adaptable ... Explore shops offering kundan, ...

Mumbai is more than just a bustling metropolis of skyscrapers, street food, and Bollywood glamour, it’s also a gateway to ...

In India, history isn’t tucked away in museums, it pulses through the streets, temples, forts, and daily rituals ...

Deco – characterised by clean lines, bold geometric shapes and jazzy colours – was seen as thrustingly modern. And it had a global appeal: the Paris fair hosted exhibitors from 20 countries. I would ...