Nitya Choubey

It’s an exceptionally rare day when a film isn’t being screened somewhere in Delhi out of someone’s good will. Tickets to screenings at many of these beloved spots are free or nominal; often, even in the city’s busiest or oddest hours, they draw seriously dedicated viewers and intense conversations. You really don’t have to wait for a classic old film to be digitised online or prove yourself as a buff to be let into some exclusive club. Chances are what you want to watch – and what you didn’t know you wanted to watch – are being screened, like, yesterday, with friendly people at their helm. For years now, we’ve been staying till credits roll in spots and clubs across the capital. This guide rounds up some of the best.

'Before you can spot a tiger in the Sundarbans, it spots you.'With that, our tour guide from the state's forest department brushes away any and every unrealistic expectation tourists (myself included) had of spotting the elusive Royal Bengal tiger here in the delta. The area's home to one of the largest populations of these tigers – some 200 or so—but they're camouflaged in the wilderness so perfectly that they're almost impossible to spot.The Sundarbans is a curious place to visit, in any case. The world's largest continuous mangrove forest, the area spans over a thousand square kilometres of coastline across the Bay of Bengal delta, shared between India and Bangladesh. Most reckon that the unique tidal system, estuarine fauna, and of course, the Royal Bengal tiger absolutely deserve its UNESCO World Heritage Site status.But I'd say there's more to it than that. There's a timelessness about the place. Every couple of years, the forest – and the sparse human settlements around it – get washed away by chaotic cyclones. Huts, animals, even coast guard posts, all swept away in the blink of an eye. Yet the forest, its animals, and its people rebuild themselves each time, again and anew. Photograph by Nitya ChoubeyA checkpost at the Sunderbans Tiger Reserve The best time to visit the mangroves, I'd say, is between November and February, when the weather isn't wringing bucketloads of sweat out of you. A two-day trip is what most people settle for, but if you want a full feel of t

This week gives you solid reasons to be somewhere air-conditioned and culturally enriched. On Wednesday, Barbara O'Neill runs a full-day masterclass on living better – timely, given that you’re currently being tested by the city’s sunlight itself. Penn Masala brings thirty years of genre-defying acapella (and a new album) to Kedarnath Sahni Auditorium.  The next day, Lilette Dubey's psychological drama at Kamani Auditorium promises to be the kind of theatre that stays with you even as you begin to stray into the much-coveted weekend. And, of course, art exhibitions are always a perfectly good excuse to stand in a cool room – which we wouldn’t judge you for – you’ll end up staring at these gorgeous paintings anyway.

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

Hot. As hell. I know. Counter-point: Delhi rarely offers this many once-in-a-while things in the same thirty-one days. And a good chunk of our offering this May actually ensures you’re indoors or in the shade.  The month’s teeming with things of all kinds: book sales, moving heritage events, a long streak of comedy shows, theatre based on decades of literature reprints, headbangers in the club and classical music, several art exhibits, sports, calligraphy. Ambition, much? Doesn’t stop there. That Ye concert that made headlines (and memes) all over the country for its delay? That’s this month. So is an officially ordained tomato-throwing festival. So, while we obviously understand that urge to screw off to the hills, don’t sweat coming back (other than literally). Here’s what we’ve got.

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

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

In India, travel by rail guarantees stunning views, jolly chit-chat with fellow passengers, and, of course, much less of a strain on the pocket compared to pricey airfare. The 2026 Budget, announced on February 1 by the union government, has put forth a plan to streamline travel even further (let’s be honest, some train journeys aren’t worth a day and a half) by proposing seven new high-speed rail corridors.  These train routes are set to cover key metropolises, hugely cutting travel time, hassle, and your carbon footprint. The proposed rail routes include: Mumbai-Pune Pune-Hyderabad Hyderabad-Bengaluru Hyderabad-Chennai Chennai-Bengaluru Delhi-Varanasi  Varanasi-Siliguri When can you hop on? While it’s a step in the right direction, the government’s yet to outline a timeline for when travellers will be able to use the new high-speed rail routes.

Here comes the capital’s latest trick to lure you out of private vehicles and into the metro. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has decided to run six extra trains every Monday, effectively pushing the total number of train trips up by 24. Depending on demand, these additional services may eventually expand to other days of the week. The move aligns with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta’s call to observe ‘Metro Mondays’. One additional train will run on the Red, Yellow, Blue, and Pink Lines, while two additional trains will operate on the Violet Line. During peak hours, smoother passenger movement demands shorter waiting times at frisking points, according to the DMRC. Alongside this, extra security personnel and additional ticket counters will be deployed at crowded stations such as Mayur Vihar Phase 1, Hauz Khas, and others. Why the push to use public transport? Global tensions around oil sent prices soaring in late February, and they have hardly come down since. Petrol and diesel prices across Delhi-NCR currently hover between ₹95 and ₹100 per litre, compared to ₹90 or below until January. The difference may not seem alarming at first, until you calculate the cumulative cost over weeks or months. Switching to public transport could easily save you a couple of thousand rupees. And really, it’s about more than just economics. The benefits of increasing metro trips are manifold: improved energy efficiency and greater environmental sustainability. In line with Delhi’s Electric

Fresh, hot off the press, and on the road: Delhi gets its first two hydrogen-powered shuttle buses today. The 12-metre, light-blue vehicle can now be seen making tracks around the Central Vista (aka India’s prime administrative zone at Raisina Hills, Delhi), after ditching CNG for a greener ride. Currently two number, the buses are part of the first fleet that the Delhi government procured back in 2023. The hydrogen-powered buses have been deployed by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) as the country charts a course through global fuel shortages without slamming the brakes on travel. The main purpose, currently, is amping up last-mile connectivity from Seva Teerth Metro Station (formerly Udyog Bhawan) on the Yellow Line. Each bus can comfortably seat 35 passengers. And don’t worry – we’ll spare you the science lecture on hydrogen-powered PEM fuel-cell technology. Instead, let’s look at what the ride does promise: an electronic braking system, stability control, and next-gen telematics. Additionally, GPS-based tracking and CCTV systems enable real-time monitoring, making the ride a lot safer. Here’s where the bus will be making pit stops: Kartavya Bhawan Vigyan Bhawan Nirman Bhawan Akbar Road Baroda House National Stadium National Gallery of Modern Art India Gate Seva Teerth Metro Station (final stop) Two loops of bus services will operate during peak office hours on all working days: between 8.30am and 12.30pm, and 3.30pm and 6.30pm. What's the upside of hydrogen over

The roads around Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport are now under tighter surveillance. In a bid to crack down on speeding and dangerous driving near the airport, the Delhi Traffic Police, in collaboration with Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL-GMR), has rolled out an automated e-challan enforcement system across the airport’s road network. WhatTo monitor drivers racing through the multilane stretches around IGI Airport, authorities have installed 14 high-definition Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras at key points including Central Spine Road, the Cargo Terminal area, Rangpuri, the Centaur Hotel junction, Aerocity, the NSG junction, and the Terminal 1 exit road. Another 35 cameras are expected to be added soon to widen surveillance coverage and strengthen traffic enforcement. How will the new cameras detect violations? The system automatically detects violations such as overspeeding, illegal parking, wrong-side driving, triple riding, riding without a helmet, and red-light jumping. Once a violation is recorded, the data is routed through NIC systems and verified by traffic police personnel, following which e-challans are issued under existing traffic laws.

Delhi’s skyline is pitch-perfect for a mighty flight: not by planes, but perhaps, by the eagle! You can't mix its ‘klee-klee-klee’ with the sweet chirrup of the tiny sparrow. Or with the occasional shrill ‘eep!’ of a blue parakeet. Or with the loud honk of the gorgeous peacock. It's almost certain that you’ll find them, and a hundred others, while spending time out and about in the city. And while you do that, keep in your pocket the capital’s first Bird Atlas, set to release next month! The detailed booklet on Delhi’s bird diversity (in terms of species and distribution) is part of the city’s annual Van Mahotsav celebrations between July 1 and 17. The atlas is being put together by a huge army of environment watchdogs: Delhi’s forest and wildlife department, birders from Bird Count India, Delhi Bird Foundation, WWF-India, Amaltas Walks, Wildlife SOS, Asian Adventures, and the Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL). The team is already three surveys down, while one's currently running. Results from the first two surveys are going to make you giddy: we have some 225 species of birds in the city. The ultimate plan is to revise the atlas again in a couple of years, to compare and establish whether bird count and diversity are going uphill, or otherwise. It's quite obvious for the city to have too many birds: not many skyscrapers and a lot of lush trees to build nests on. Black kites, purple sunbirds, rose-ringed parakeets, Indian peafowl, and various barbets are up for encou

Are you surprised to hear that the average Indian youth isn’t swapping cocktails for coffee? Or that Gen-Z'd rather swap out a chance to sunbathe by the sea for a tricky hike in the hills? Well, this latest report, Voices from the Hood by restaurant chain SOCIAL, actioned to examine behaviour and preferences among the young 'uns in India, draws inputs from over 10,000 respondents across multiple cities, with finds that I'd deem pretty fascinating. Some of the stuff is fairly obvious: that cinema's a leading leisure activity and that screen time is off the charts. Some stuff, though, you maybe wouldn't see coming. Here are the best bits: Adventure > relaxation in 2026 travel plans This year’s travel mood is decisively off-grid, with about 55% of respondents saying they prefer adventure-led trips, compared to only 37% opting for relaxation. The shift suggests that Gen-Z wants to get in on risky, sporty stuff while they still can. Perhaps the plans for sunbathing in the Italian riviera are shelved for later? 19% are dating thrice a week The apps are APP-ING. Young folks are dating actively, with nearly one in five reporting that they go out on a date thrice a week! At the same time, attitudes are pretty fluid: 31% say they’re open to whatever comes their way, even as 43% still see marriage in their future. Cultural identity also remains important, with 46% expressing a strong sense of rootedness. Across priorities, financial success stands out, with 67% calling it essential. Mor

Guntur in Andhra Pradesh's been nursing a thing for energy drinks and rechargeable mini fans. Central Goa's in the middle of an intense flirtation with coconut water and mangoes. And, as it happens, it's Bengaluru, not Delhi, that's currently the ice-cream capital of India.  Or so it seems. Swiggy Instamart, one of India's biggest quick commerce apps, just dropped their Summer Trends 2026 report, which reveals what Indians are resorting to buying the most in the middle of an intense, country-wide heatwave: cold coffee, lassi, watermelon, ice-cream, and soda. The report's not only a glimpse into consumer behaviour, but also a fairly astute insight into how different cities behave when the mercury hits 45°C.  Some particularly amusing takeaways:  Night-time ice-cream's a big ritual in India Orders for frozen treats peak between 9pm across the country, and skyrocket over the weekends. Family-sized tubs lead the charge – either signalling hefty family time or hefty appetites – with chocolate accounting for nearly one-fourth of the orders. Bengaluru dominates the game, with 14% of country-wide orders under its belt.  The mango mania's started To nobody's surprise, mango retains its throne as the king of fruits. Sindhu's the most popular variety right now, defeating the Banganapalli and raw mangoes. Again, Bengaluru's leading overall demand (I'm very keen to know what kind of midlife crisis Bengaluru's going through, what with the sugar overload), but the fastest growth's coming fr

Sad news today: it's time we bid farewell to (some of) our dearest deer residing inside Hauz Khas' AN Jha Deer Park!  There's been a bit of a controversy surrounding the deer – who've lived in an enclosure inside the park since the 1960s – in recent times, with courts deliberating on its status as a mini-zoo. In the latest, the Supreme Court has upheld a previous judgement ordering that hundreds of deer be sent off to wildlife reserves in Rajasthan. The order cited a scientific study, highlighting that the limited urban enclosure inside the park is ecologically unsound for the deer.  'We cannot be unmindful of the fact that deer, being a wildlife species, ought not to be confined to cages or restrictive enclosures, save in exceptional and compelling circumstances duly justified in law and on ecological considerations,' said the Supreme Court bench. It's not all bad news, though: the court has permitted the retention of a limited number of deer – up to 38 – ordering strict compliance with guidelines. The status of the park as a protected forest remains intact.  More on the park Deer Park's a beloved green space in South Delhi – not only is it an urban oasis of biodiversity in an otherwise busy area, but it's also home to loads of historical buildings, including, most notably, the 14th-century Hauz Khas tank built by Mughal emperor Alauddin Khilji. Read a full review of the park here.       

For a city that reads as ferociously as Delhi, finding great bookstores is not an uphill battle. Every other neighbourhood has a nerdy corner, and that corner becomes an open secret. Here's one of them. Every year, the May Day Bookstore celebrates International Labour Day with massive discounts. We say this as people who've hoarded books from each part of the city: this book sale's one of the biggest. Rich in leftist philosophy and other perspectives, you get indie titles, international classics, art catalogues, age-old journals, and everything in between for dirt-cheap prices (literally starting from Rs 20). The crowd is a lovely mix of students, artists, and even office-goers who are fond of literature. And you get to choose a pretty bookmark for every book you purchase! The bookstore manager, Suvendu, told us that they start preparing for the mega sale 15 days beforehand! This includes filling up the studio with second- and first-hand titles on politics, art, food, travel, and more. If you want to browse for fresh titles, you can also check out their evergreen bookstore for books published in-house, under the banner of Leftword.The sale starts at 1 pm, with an opening performance by the Indian music composer and member of the band Indian Ocean, Raghu Ram. On the line is live music, recitals, reading sessions, and even a magic performance. Some prominent professors and journalists are involved. We'll let you find out who. When: May 1, 1pm to 7pmWhere: May Day Bookstore, Sh

Was it really just two weeks ago that April saw that glorious, unexpected dip in temperature? Gifts like cool breeze and morning showers seem like a thing of the very distant past as India sizzles amid a particularly brutal global heatwave. Even by Indian standards, where heat and humidity are part of everyday life, this season has come in harder and earlier than expected. With reports suggesting that 95 of the world’s 100 hottest cities are currently in India, the country is right at the centre of a difficult situation.  How bad is it and how long's it going to last? We've broken it down for you so you can plan your coming weeks accordingly.  How hot is it getting? In several parts of northern and central India, temperatures are crossing 45°C, with some areas expected to exceed 46°C in the coming days. Even regions that are usually cooler, such as hill states, are experiencing unusually high temperatures. Which regions are worst affected? North India: States like Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana are facing extreme heat. Cities such as Banda, Bindki, Auraiya, and Fatehpur are among the hottest.Central India: Madhya Pradesh, including places like Gohad, is seeing above-normal temperatures.Western India: Maharashtra cities like Amravati, Bhusawal, and Nanded are experiencing severe heat. Rajasthan is also under stress, though some rain is expected.Eastern India: Odisha (Rajgangpur, Balangir), Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal are also witnessing high temperatures.South India:

Good news for tourists and business travellers alike! Southeast Asian airspace is about to get busier. After an unbearably long stalemate, direct flights between the capitals of India and its neighbour China (Delhi and Beijing) will resume operations. The resumption actually began back in October 2025, five years after services were halted – but it's only now that direct aviation between the two most populous nations has started to take off.  IndiGo launches new direct routes Indian airlines like IndiGo and Air India have been steadily expanding their operations in China for a while now. In the last week of March this year, IndiGo commenced daily non-stop flights between Kolkata and Shanghai. The carrier had also launched another route – between Delhi and Guangzhou – on November 10, 2025. Air China's strong Delhi start This week, Air China took off from Beijing to Delhi, marking the Chinese carrier's second route to India this month. The flight will operate three times a week: on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Economy class fares are expected to start from 3,570 yuan (approximately ₹50,000). The flight departs Beijing at around 3.15 pm and arrives at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi at 8:20 pm IST. According to IndiGo, the Delhi–Guangzhou and Kolkata–Guangzhou routes are usually popular. This new route has the potential to shake that up. China Eastern Airlines also launched a Kunming–Kolkata route! China Eastern Airlines launched its direct service between Kunmin

Here’s your chance to step inside the Press Club of India – no press ID required! Delhi-based queer filmmaker Anureet Watta is screening her film Don’t Interrupt While We Dance at the Press Club of India today. An official selection at the Delhi International Film Festival, the 30-minute film explores queer rage as a response to systemic silencing and erasure, while asserting queer existence, resistance and joy. Since its release earlier this year, it has been screened at a handful of venues across Delhi. The story follows Noori, a transgender woman who finds a home among her chosen queer family. On her 18th birthday, an unexpected and hostile visitor disrupts the evening, setting off a chain of events involving six friends, three scenes, a police case and a gun. The film is crowdfunded by artists, activists and audiences, and brings together a predominantly queer cast and crew. The screening will be followed by a conversation with the director and members of the cast and crew. Details When: April 16, 2026 (Thursday) Where: Press Club of India, New Delhi Entry: Free