Nitya Choubey

This week of April comes bearing a few gifts: a rare nippy breeze, air quality that doesn't make you wince, and a scatter of showers that Delhi didn't entirely deserve. Step out before the summer sun (and you) remember about working hours. Well, the city’s stacked as ever: the World Jazz Festival’s a great example of that. Given that it’s barely a fifteen minute drive from Defence Colony, you could even squeeze in an art exhibition crawl in the area’s many interesting galleries that you can walk between while it’s still pleasant outside. Also on the art front: DAG's painting exhibition at Janpath and the Intersections show at Arthshila. Back to the music side, the spectrum runs huge from the classical gravitas of Rishabh Rikhiram Sharma's Sitar for Mental Health concert to the full-throttle spectacle of Calvin Harris live. If you'd rather laugh than feel things, Kanan Gill is bringing his much-anticipated comedy special to town. Here’s what this week’s got, in full detail! Editor’s note: We auto-delete events from this list once they’re over to ensure you don’t feel too much FOMO. 

After bidding farewell to nylon full sleeves and denim jackets, Delhites are wrapping themselves in everything loose and breathable. It’s getting hotter outside – though not hot enough to avoid gorgeous urban parks just yet. From Lodhi Gardens to the Aravalli ridges, April is all about a variety of blossoms.  Right before an unbearable summer, Delhi knows that April is its last chance to loiter. And so, the capital has taken its April quite seriously. There are a lot of interesting performances lined up at Delhi auditoriums alone. There’s also a jazz festival and some pretty cool concerts. Also, a load of out-of-the-box events to look forward to: a drag show musical, Japanese relay and a comic rock band performance. Check it all out below!

It’s March, and Delhi’s weather is arguably at its most gorgeous. The heat’s made a slightly earlyish appearance (or has it? Summer always feels like a slightly unwelcome prospect following a perfect spring) and everyone’s ditched the sweaters and jackets. March also, incidentally, means it’s time for Holi! One of Delhi’s favourite festivals, because we love getting down and dirty. Ahem.  The biggest ticket event (literally – entry is bloody pricey) this month was supposed to be Ye’s India tour, but he's heading to Delhi in May instead. Fear not: other big performers include Punjabi rapper Honey Singh, as well as a great lineup of comedy shows: Aakash Gupta, Anubhav Bassi, Prashasti Singh, and loads more.  It’s a big month in terms of general activity too: Ramzan is on, of course, which means certain neighbourhoods around Chandni Chowk and Jamia will be abuzz with loads of activity after dark. There will, obviously, also be loads of Holi parties (catered as well as BYOB) around the city. Our guide tells you which ones are worth your buck.

It’s a relief to shrug off a rather long and sluggish January. The sun’s coming out, the weather’s near-perfect, with cool mornings, bright afternoons, and evenings that are begging for bar crawls. And February may be the shortest month, but in Delhi this year, it's completely action-packed. The calendar’s stuffed to the brim with theatre, sport, music, culture, and ROMANCE (or did you forget about Valentine’s Day?), making it one of the most reliably busy months to be out and about. The big-ticket item this month is, of course, the T20 World Cup, with multiple matches in Delhi. The music scene’s alive and well too – The Lumineers, Armaan Malik, the India Jazz Project, the HT City Unwind (the GOAT Lucky Ali returns) and the Sufi Heritage Festival (featuring big draws Daler Mehndi and Sona Mohapatra) all in a single month. The Pride Parade and the Delhi Literature Festival are also big crowd pullers, along with the ongoing Bharat Rang Mahotsav, which kicked off in late January and features plenty of theatre productions through the month. We simply cannot forget the Surajkund Mela, which brings artisans from across and beyond India under one roof, selling some of the most unique things money can buy. You’ve also got the big V-Day bonanza starting mid-month, with loads of bars and restaurants hosting special events and offering hefty discounts, so make sure to catch those. But all in all, like we said, February’s weather is too good to be true – so don’t miss this chance to grab

As its capital, Delhi’s one of the most-visited cities in India. With that comes the obvious slew of world-class hotels – some of the very best in the country – but the thing about hotels is that they’re often located in the busiest junctions of the city. Even the budget ones have a habit of turning up on main roads or are cloistered thickly around the usual suspect neighbourhoods in central or south Delhi. And sure, this makes for a convenient tourist experience, but if you want to root around for something slightly more authentic at the same price or less, then Airbnbs are worth exploring. The Airbnb culture’s been slowish to take root in the city, but the best ones have come up in neighbourhoods that are lived in by real residents for generation after generation, making for an organic experience that shows you a side of Delhi you’d only be acquainted with if you’d lived in the city awhile.   How did these Airbnbs make it to the list? It’s true that lots of good Airbnbs in Delhi are concentrated in Hauz Khas Village, and offer views of the 13th century fort that the neighbourhood’s best known for, but I’ve put together this guide to show you cool picks across other neighbourhoods, too. Every Airbnb on the list’s been handpicked after in-depth research on customer ratings, feedback from the Time Out Delhi team, lists of amenities, location, and of course, general aesthetics. The article has affiliated links to other sites, which have zero influence over our editorial judgmen

Founded in 1972 and going strong, Akshara Theatre’s evolved in identity multiple times over. Originally a traditional theatre space, it now hosts all kinds of performances: standup shows, classical dance, workshops, television interviews, you name it. Their billboard’s always chockablock with posters telling you exactly what’s happening that week.  The space includes a modest indoor theatre, a decent-sized amphitheatre, and two other indoor performance spaces, as well as a library, a shooting and editing room for television, and a classroom that hosts theatre classes and workshops, all in a single acre of land. Don’t go by size: Akshara’s a behemoth on the Delhi performance scene. It’s a beautiful space too, with vaguely brutalist metal and stonework that makes the venue feel cool and airy even on the hottest summer day.  Time Out tip: You’ll find loads of tea and snack stalls right outside the theatre – especially handy since there’s no food or drink served inside.

The Laugh Store comedy club’s a giant of the Delhi comedy scene. The ‘Hall of Fame’ right outside the club displays the pictures of A-listers who performed over the last decade: Kenny Sebastian, Akash Gupta, Manik Mahna, and many many more.  The 100-seater venue’s got a superb sound system, theatrical lighting, and a stage best suited to open mics. It’s got two outlets: one in Dwarka, and the other in Gurugram, but I’d say the latter’s more happening. Food and drink are available at affordable prices, and they’ve got a good happy hour menu too.

Sanjay Van is one of Delhi’s largest green spaces – a sprawling, almost hulkish forest that straddles Vasant Kunj and Mehrauli – two neighbourhoods that are constantly abuzz. The forest, then, is a lovely contradiction, because it’s one of the least crowded spaces in Delhi.  The area – a protected forest, by the way – actually forms part of the residual Aravalli ranges, and the terrain reflects that lineage. No two trails look alike. Some stretches are flat and easy while others will slope sharply uphill, dip into uneven paths, or wind around water bodies. Giant rocks left behind by the Aravallis jut out of the earth in several places, and loads of natural water drains zig-zag through the forest. You can imagine the wildlife here, then –  silverbills, flycatchers, parakeets, cuckoos, egrets and sparrowhawks. The massive acreage allows you to shape a nice day out of it – a picnic in one of the clearings or by Neela Hauz lake (with some duck watching to go with!), cycling through the winding trails, a bit of a hike, even.  Time Out tip: Remain watchful of monkeys and stray dogs, even though guards patrol the area. They’re usually harmless if left undisturbed, but carrying a wooden stick can help keep them at bay when needed. Rough walking shoes advised.  Timing 5am to 8pm. Entry is free. Entry The main entry point is near the Qutab Institutional Area in Mehrauli. 

Sunder Nursery's arguably the most popular outdoor space in all of Delhi. A 90-acre heritage park located adjacent to Humayun's Tomb and across the Hazrat Nizamuddin Basti, the nursery's served a bunch of different purposes over the centuries. What began as a garden – Azim Bagh – built by the Mughals in the 16th century was transformed into a nursery by the British during colonial-era India in their attempt to cultivate a range of different species of plants. It was finally opened to the public in 2018 after extensive renovations in its current, full glory. You'll find traces of every bit of this history in the park today: all of the 15 monuments inside date back to the Mughal era, of which six are UNESCO heritage monuments. All of them – including the Sunder Burj, Sunderwala Mahal, Lakkarwala Burj and the tomb of Mirza Muzaffar Hussain – sit comfortably within the landscaped sections of the park, instead of being cordoned off. Some are large, central, and lit up at night. Others are tucked into the woodsier corners of the park. The entire space, in fact, harkens back to the Mughal pleasure garden: central fountains, paved walkways, symmetrical lawns, shaded paths. The site, by virtue of it sitting inside the larger Humayun's Tomb complex, is incidentally a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  You'll find traces of the nursery too: the entire left wall of the space has thousands of plants on offer, with some bulbs and seed varieties starting at a throwaway ₹15. There's some sort of r

One of the more well-known parks of Delhi, Deer Park is a hotspot for two reasons: because it forms a natural, wooded outcrop of the intensely popular Hauz Khas Village, and because it’s home to several absurdly adorable deer. Because it’s so large, it’s got something for everyone: a manicured bit with lawns and flowerbeds perfect for picnicking; a densely wooded section with trails that are preferred by walkers and joggers; a rose garden; several tiny Sultanate- and Mughal-era monuments (Bagh-i-Gumbad, Kufhe Walla Gumbad, Kali Gomti); a tiny water body section shared by rabbits and ducks; and, of course, the aforementioned deer enclosure.  The park touches three neighbourhoods: Hauz Khas, Safdarjung Enclave, and Green Park. On the Hauz Khas side, the park’s connected to the Hauz Khas District Park from the inside, which features a massive lake, a view of the Hauz Khas Fort, and a little alleyway leading to countless restaurants, bars, and cafes.  Time Out tip: Avoid bringing your vehicle if you’re entering from the Hauz Khas side. It’s a pain to navigate the tourist spot, especially in the evenings.         

Jahanpanah City Forest   Nitya Choubey    Jahanpanah is equal parts forest and park, spanning 435 acres of lush woods. It’s a jogger’s paradise, honestly: no screechy children, no picnicking adults, and a veil of silence interspersed sporadically with the sound of nature. The forest’s been a bit of a local secret, partly because it straddles a bunch of residential neighbourhoods, including Greater Kailash II and II, Alaknanda, Masjid Moth, Chirag Delhi, Govindpuri, and a little bit of Saket. Most entrances are unobtrusive and not too easy to locate. For this reason, the forest has a slightly mysterious, dark charm. It’s very densely forested in a way that, say, Sanjay Van perhaps isn’t – it feels much more like a wood than a jungle, if you know what I mean. The temperature drops by a couple degrees once you’re inside, and many of the paths aren’t paved. Vast sections of the forest also remain unlit at night.  Much of this is to protect the wildlife: birds including kingfishers, parakeets, hornbill, mynah, indian tree pies, babblers, bulbuls and sunbirds, and animals like the nilgai and jackal. It’s a rare treat to sometimes find a nilgai peeking out at you from behind some thick foliage. Because of the rich biodiversity, you’ll find that the park is shut during afternoon hours to give the animals a break.  Time Out tip: The tracks are winding and it’s not terribly hard to lose your way here, so keep your wits about you and perhaps don’t venture here alone after dark. Also kee

What was once a long weekend getaway is now an easy long drive! Thanks to the newly inaugurated Delhi–Dehradun Expressway, the hill town of Dehradun is now just two-and-a-half hours from Delhi. The 220-km, six-lane corridor doesn’t just cut travel time to Uttarakhand’s capital, but it also improves access to popular destinations like Haridwar and key starting points for the Char Dham Yatra. It’s also expected to make onward journeys for the Amarnath Yatra in June more convenient. The expressway begins near Akshardham Temple and runs through parts of Uttar Pradesh, including Baghpat, Baraut, Muzaffarnagar, Shamli and Saharanpur, before reaching Dehradun. One of its standout features is a 12-km elevated stretch through Rajaji National Park in the Shivalik Hills, designed to allow safe wildlife movement. The route has been built with sustainability in mind, with provisions for rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge. It also includes seven interchanges, 14 wayside amenities such as rest stops, food courts and fuel stations, 113 vehicular underpasses and 62 bus shelters to support local connectivity. Travel time slashed by nearly three hours! At present, a road trip between Delhi and Dehradun can take six hours or more, depending on traffic. The new expressway cuts this down to around 2.5 hours. For comparison, the fastest train on this route, the Vande Bharat Express, takes about five hours. While flying takes under an hour, total travel time (including airport transfers a

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The India Meteorological Department is here to remind Delhi that April is just warming up, literally.  The IMD’s forecasting a steady, unforgiving climb in temperatures across India. The capital, naturally, is not being spared. By April 17, we're possibly staring down 41 degrees Celsius, potentially broaching a heatwave by definition! Take a look at what the rest of India’s expecting. Western India: Heatwave warning Saurashtra and Kutch may be getting the worst of it first. The IMD has flagged heatwave conditions for parts of western India, with maximum temperatures expected to jump 4 to 6 degrees between April 12 and 18.  Central India isn't getting off easy either. Madhya Pradesh, chunks of Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh are looking at a 3 to 5 degree rise over the next few days. Odisha, Gujarat, and coastal Andhra Pradesh? Hot and humid, all week. The same goes for West Bengal, Maharashtra, and parts of South India. Northeast India: Consider, well, a jacket Sikkim, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura and Assam are bracing for light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds.  South India: The odd shower? Karnataka, Kerala and coastal Andhra Pradesh can expect some scattered, half-hearted showers, according to the IMD.

We might not say it enough, but when it counts, Delhi rarely falls short on camaraderie. Three weeks after 42 stalls were consumed by fire at the Dastkar Haat’s Nature Bazaar, a 'Solidarity Bazaar' is already onway. This 12-day market is a bid to help 26 artisans rebuild their livelihoods. But it brings together over 90 of those in the craft, and thus, an excellent opportunity to explore Delhi's handicrafts, apparel, home décor, pottery and organic wellness products. They also have a food court, dedicated to several regional cuisines.  Being held at South Delhi’s Chhattarpur, it'll be live until April 20, but we suggest you don't leave it till the last possible day. A difficult, but freshly hopeful, start Starting over is never easy, especially when you've lost your entire inventory: carpets, pots, clothing, the lot. But 20 of the 26 affected artisan groups have already returned to the bazaar, which feels like something. Aside from the fare, many artisans have somehow rebuilt their collections in the weeks since. Here, you can even chat with them directly, hear their stories, and buy straight from the source. Footfall has been steady, with several regulars already coming back, which should tell you something.  

Just as we were getting ready for the unbearably painful summer sun, April decided to deflect. The Indian Meteorological Department recorded the coolest day in April in a decade on the 8th! But that’s not where it ends. The weather monitoring department of India is also predicting scattered rain and low temperatures for the coming week. The maximum temperature recorded on Wednesday was 28.2°C, the lowest since April 23, 2016. This follows Tuesday’s maximum at 28.8°C, the coldest day of the month in three years. The normal maximum temperature during this period is usually around 35°C. Wednesday’s temperature was nearly 7°C below normal, with a minimum temperature of 16.8°C, against the normal of 20°C. On the unusually low temperature, this is what the IMD had to say: “Western disturbances combined with an induced cyclonic circulation over Rajasthan caused widespread rain over many places along the northern plains, with some areas experiencing hailstorms too.” Effectively, it means Delhi will likely experience breezy air until April 14! Make use of that and go out to one – or three or ten – of the several cool things happening in the city. The shower also dialled down the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI). The 24-hour average recorded by the Central Pollution Control Board for Wednesday was in the 'satisfactory' category at 93 – a first in 19 days. 

  India loves its trains – so much so that nearly 20 million people board one every day. In major metros, that number translates into an intricate web of platforms, stations and routes that millions rely on daily. To keep up with this scale, Indian Railways has introduced a fresh set of changes aimed at making bookings, cancellations and last-minute travel a little more predictable. The new rail policy by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnav will be in effect from April 1 onwards. From revised refund rules to tweaks in Tatkal bookings and boarding flexibility, here’s a detailed look at what’s changed. What are the new ticket cancellation rules? The revised cancellation policy introduces much stricter timelines and reduced refunds closer to departure: No refund will be issued for confirmed tickets cancelled less than eight hours before departure. If you cancel between 24 and 8 hours before departure, you will receive 50% of the total fare. Cancellations made between 72 hours and 24 hours before departure will fetch only 25% of the fare. For cancellations made more than 72 hours in advance, passengers will receive the maximum possible refund, minus a flat cancellation charge per passenger. Can counter tickets now be cancelled anywhere? Yes. Earlier, passengers who booked tickets at a station counter had to cancel them at the originating or terminating station. Under the new rules, counter tickets can now be cancelled at any station counter, making the process far more flexible. For

Once again, it's time for Srinagar's most reliable seasonal spectacle! The Srinagar Tulip Festival, known for its notoriously short window, is finally back for a repeat performance of what's widely considered India’s most colourful event after Holi. While the exact date still remains slightly foggy, the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden is probably going to open on March 15, according to a report by Kashmir Observer. Officials told the publication that prep at the garden – Asia's largest tulip garden, incidentally – is in the final stretch, and the question of when it's going to open dangles solely on whether the weather plays along over the coming days. When it does open, the garden will once again show off more than 1.5 million tulip bulbs across roughly 65 varieties, spread across its 30-acre slope overlooking Dal Lake. The display typically lasts 15 to 30 days, with blooms peaking between late March and mid-April, meaning the window to see it is brief but spectacular. First developed in 2007 to boost spring tourism in the valley, the garden features the classic reds and yellows alongside newer varieties introduced every year, including bulbs imported from the Netherlands. Expect to see about 1.5 million bulbs stretching across a whopping 65 varieties, including the imported Dutch, Parrot, Fringed, and Darwin Hybrid types in red, yellow, purple, and white. The garden sits about 9 km from Srinagar’s city centre, between the Mughal gardens Nishat Bagh and Chashme Shahi, an

  Delhiites willingly queued for upwards of an hour outside Connaught Place's newest arrival. For once, it seems justified. Alienkind, the Bengaluru-based café, opened its first Delhi outlet on March 14, and the response has been, well, out of this world. Founded in 2024 by Vikram Kakkireni and Abhishek Kumar, the concept clearly resonates. Why go? Think a striking orange hue and neon accents, sci-fi aesthetics, and the vague but pleasing sensation that you've stepped into a set from a near-future virtual reality film. It’s not just that, though. Other than serving appetising burgers to health-conscious big eaters, their menu features a variety of fruit and vegetable juice blends.  With a tagline like "Humans make stupid choices, rather be an alien," and a vibe that's part streetwear drop, part dystopia, Alienkind seems three years ahead of marketing trends. The Delhi queue will likely only grow. Go on a weekday if you can. Where: Connaught Place, New Delhi  Price: ₹500-600  Opening hours: Mon-Sun. 11am-1am.  

If you’ve ever looked up 'Delhi’s best chole bhature', chances are you’ve come across Sita Ram Diwan Chand. The decades-old eatery in Paharganj (widely considered one of the city’s definitive chole bhature spots) has now halted operations indefinitely due to a shortage of LPG cooking gas. The disruption is part of a wider supply squeeze linked to ongoing tensions in the Middle East, one of the world’s largest oil- and gas-exporting regions. As shipments and logistics slow down, restaurants across parts of Delhi are struggling to secure regular LPG supplies, which is a critical fuel for commercial kitchens. Several eateries have already begun adjusting. Some restaurants have trimmed menus to cope with limited gas availability, while others have temporarily shut shop altogether. The situation is particularly visible in Paharganj, a busy market area known for budget hotels, street markets and long-standing food joints popular with tourists. Along with Sita Ram Diwan Chand, nearby outlets such as Radhe Shyam Subhash Kumar Chole Bhature and Kashmiri Chur Chur Naan have also paused operations due to the gas shortage. Thankfully, the pause is only temporary. Until LPG supplies return to normal, Delhiites will have to wait a little longer to line up outside Sita Ram Diwan Chand for one of the city’s most beloved plates of chole bhature.    

Delhi’s newest film festival – the inaugural International Film Festival Delhi (IFFD), scheduled from March 25 to 31 – has received a staggering 2,187 film submissions from India and around the world, according to organisers. The entries include 1,151 international non-feature films and 668 Indian non-features, alongside 221 international features and 147 Indian features. (In festival terms, a feature film is any film longer than 60 minutes.) A jury panel made up of cinema veterans will now shortlist titles for the festival’s final screening lineup. What to expect The week-long event promises packed daily screenings, along with a dash of festival glamour. Expect red carpet appearances, celebrity guests and special presentations, as well as award ceremonies and star performances on the closing evening. The programme will also include masterclasses on VFX, sound and film design, details of which will be announced on the festival’s official channels. Alongside screenings, the festival will also host an industry-focused Film Bazaar, where filmmakers, producers and distributors can explore co-production opportunities and distribution deals. A parallel tech expo will showcase developments in AR, VR, gaming and OTT platforms, highlighting how emerging technology is shaping the future of storytelling. Where to watch the films Most screenings will take place at Bharat Mandapam, with a handful scheduled at other select venues across the city. Entry to screenings will be free, but view

Delhi may not be known as India’s most expensive city. The metro's affordable, street food's cheap, rent isn't crazy like Mumbai – but step into the capital's glossy retail pockets, and numbers quickly start adding up. Case in point: Khan Market, which has once again been ranked India’s most expensive high-street retail location. According to the latest rankings by Cushman & Wakefield, rents in the upscale market rose by 8% last year. Retail spaces were going for around ₹1,700–₹1,800 per square foot during the October–December quarter of 2025. Between the fashionable cafés, designer boutiques and rooftop bars overlooking graffiti-splashed walls, the area clearly isn’t short on demand. Close behind is Connaught Place, where rents increased by about 4%, reaching roughly ₹1,150–₹1,250 per square foot per month. Other high-street markets across Delhi-NCR also saw rental increases ranging between 2-14% in 2025. Here’s how some of the city’s other shopping districts performed: Galleria Market in Gurugram recorded the highest growth, with rents rising 14% to ₹1,150–₹1,250 per sq ft per month. South Extension saw a 3% increase, with rents around ₹800–₹850 per sq ft. Kamla Nagar Market jumped 11% to ₹480–₹510 per sq ft per month. Greater Kailash I M Block Market recorded a 5% rise, reaching ₹475–₹500 per sq ft. Several other busy shopping hubs also made the list, including Karol Bagh Market, Lajpat Nagar Market, Rajouri Garden Market, Punjabi Bagh Market, as well as Sector 1

Heading to the airport soon? You might want to double-check your flight status. Ongoing tensions across West Asia (commonly referred to as the Middle East region) have disrupted one of the world’s busiest aviation corridors, affecting travel between India, the Gulf, and Europe. Several countries in the region – including Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Israel, and the United Arab Emirates – have temporarily grounded or restricted flights, forcing airlines worldwide to cancel or reroute services that usually pass through the region. Since the conflict escalated on February 28, airlines have cancelled some 37,000 flights to and from the Middle East. The ripple effect has also hit long-haul travel from India to Europe, with fewer routes available, longer flight times due to detours, and significantly higher ticket prices. For now, travellers can expect limited schedules, rerouted flights, and frequent last-minute changes. Here’s how major airlines operating from India are responding. Air India India’s flag carrier, Air India, has announced 78 additional international flights between March 10 and 18 to help passengers affected by cancellations and route closures. The airline is opening nine additional routes connecting Delhi and Mumbai to destinations in Europe, the United States, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka, adding 17,660 extra seats during the period. Alongside its budget arm Air India Express, the airline is also running 24 special flights to Jeddah and Muscat on March 9.