Mind and Muscle
Hong Kong is the world’s tallest city. The iconic buildings that dot the skyline of this wonderful city are by no means second-fiddle to its natural beauty. Each one...
That Old Lady in the Plaza
One in three elderly in Hong Kong aged 65 and over are living in poverty. They spend the remaining of their lives, looking through trash that we throw, trying...
Tech Toilets: Why You’ll Love Public Restrooms in Japan
Soumya was captivated by Japan’s cleanliness, orderliness, and quiet respect, a world away from the bustling chaos of major cities, exclusively for Different Truths. During my brief visit to...
A Voyager’s Love Affair: Mountains, Oceans and Tranquil Bookshop
Ruchira seeks escapes from daily life, including mountains and ocean, wildlife tourism, and a bookstore, exclusively for Different Truths, offering a serene environment. There are certain spells in your...
Put Life into Your Years
A couple of days back, we went for a picnic, to a picturesque country park. One of many in Hong Kong. We set base on top of a hill,...
Calcutta Cameo: Of Fetidness and Joy!
Humourist Soumya presents two snapshots of Calcutta as he saw it, in the weekly column, exclusively for Different Truths. During a recent visit to my hometown – the city...
Exploring Lahore’s Culinary Paradise on the Pedestrian Food Street
Amidst the vibrant chaos of a Lahore food street, aromatic spices and sizzling meats entice patrons, while skilled chefs navigate fiery grills and kardhais, weaving a tale of flavours...
Three Delicious Bengali Sweets
Bongs and their Misti (sweet, both a noun and an adjective) are inseparable like a pair of old gloves. Anumita shares the recipes of three popular sweets, Misti Doi, Sandesh...
Days and Nights in Forest with the Santhals
Soumya travels to a Santhal forest to peek into their lives, where reel and real intersect – exclusively for Different Truths. Aranyer din ratri… days and nights in the...
A Journey from Lahore to Delhi & a Bicycle
Dr Roopali walks down memory lane and tells us of an arduous journey on a bicycle from Lahore to Delhi, along with its joys – exclusively for Different Truths....