The “Not So Digital” Nomads
By Praketa Kumar Behera Migrant Workers in Puducherry In the area of Dubrayapet, near the New Light House in Puducherry, a group of 25 migrant workers has set up a makeshift home in tin and...
Category: Picture Stories
Ghungroo
By Lipsa Akkala Dhanushiya, a Bharatanatyam dancer Originating from the sacred temples of Tamil Nadu, Bharatanatyam is one of the oldest classical dance forms that is more meaningful to South Indians. A seamless blend...
Tiruvannamalai: Serenity in Every Corner
By Kowsalya JP The Tiruvannamalai Temple The vibrant life in Tiruvannamalai, where devotees, foreigners, and workers come together in a sacred space. Discover the heartfelt offerings made in the temples and witness the harmony...
Threads of Tradition: At Cluny Embroidery Centre
By Khadeeja Liyana Cluny Embroidery Centre in Pondicherry Nestled in the heart of Pondicherry, Cluny Embroidery Society revives traditional needlework, empowering artisans and preserving cultural heritage through exquisite craftsmanship and vibrant community spirit. `Nestled in the...
The Wellstory: A Tale of Women & Sustainability
By Harigovind M K A sustainable place for women to learn and develop skills In the experimental township of Auroville, Tamil Nadu, ‘Wellpaper’ (Women Empowerment through Local Livelihood) has been inspiring and empowering women for...
A Blessed Bond: Life on a Cow Farm
By Hanna P P Aadyilakshmi, after milking the cows Ramasamy &Aadyilakshmi Ramasamy and Aadyilakshmi, an old couple, spend their days nurturing their cows, Tanapakyam and Mahalakshmi. Once a university hostel supervisor, Ramasamy now finds...
The Art of Tradition – Ramaswamy’s Pottery Legacy
By Aswathi S Ramaswamy, a master potter from Auroville For Ramaswamy, pottery is not just a craft—it’s a way of life that has been passed down through generations. Based in Auroville, Ramaswamy runs Amman...
LIFE AT THE SEA
By Shamna AK Meet Majeed, a fisherman from Parappanangadi, whose life revolves around the sea. Since he was 15, Majeed has faced the challenges of being a fisherman, creating a deep connection with the...
Eid in Frames: A Celebration of Faith, Food, and Festivities
Eid al-Fitr is a day to proclaim messages of brotherhood and equality in the midst of the sacredness of fasting. With a renewed sense of vigor in mind and body, every believer bids farewell...
INDIAN COFFEE HEARTS: A vintage Cafe, Indian Coffee House with hundreds of Stories
In my two months of staying in Pondicherry, I found out that this city has an Indian Coffee House, which is a classic Cafe for people for years. For a lot of people, Indian...