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Firstpost at JLF 2026- EXCLUSIVE | Netflix's 'Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives' actor Shalini Passi on her book 'The Art of Being Fabulous': 'It'll make you think about...'

There are panels, discussions, debates, interviews, and so much more that people carry nothing back but fond memories and experiences. And the 2026 edition also happens to be a memorable one

Firstpost at JLF 2026- EXCLUSIVE | Vir Das on his book ‘The Outsider: A Memoir for Misfits’: ‘Losing my voice was traumatic; It’s like a painter…’

In an EXCLUSIVE interview with Firstpost’s Lachmi Deb Roy, Vir Das, who has made Indian comedy global, talks about his book ‘The Outsider: A Memoir for Misfits, his role in Aamir Khan’s Happy Patel and more.

India to be home of world’s largest museum by year-end. What we know of Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum

At the end of this year, the Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum in Delhi is set to open the first of its galleries across 80,000 square metres. When fully functional, this space is expected to surpass France’s Louvre in size

Not seeing it all: How JOMO is changing the way we travel

You must have heard of FOMO- Fear of Missing Out, then what is this new trend called JOMO- Joy of Missing Out? Firstpost spoke to Barry Neild, Global Editor for CNN Travel to unpack why this travel trend is picking up and how it will shape 2026. In response to over tourism, travellers are prioritising mental health over packed itineraries. Read more.

In pics: Explore these 7 sustainable travel destinations around the world

Travel today is not just about seeing new places. It is also about caring for nature, wildlife, and local communities. Across the world, some countries are changing the way tourism works by using clean energy, protecting natural spaces, and encouraging responsible travel. From green cities to wild forests and quiet mountains, these destinations prove that tourism can grow without harming the planet. Here are seven countries that are leading the way in sustainable travel.

The 'cheap eats' trap, and Indian cuisine

Indian food is among the most widely loved cuisines in the world. From neighbourhood curry houses in Britain to fine-dining restaurants in New York, Indian flavours travel easily and sell consistently. Yet for all this popularity, Indian cuisine rarely occupies the upper tiers of global gastronomic prestige. It is consumed enthusiastically but seldom revered in the way French, Japanese, or Italian food is.

8 countries around the world most famous for their wildlife

From the African savannah to Madagascar’s forests, these countries famous for wildlife offer unforgettable encounters with lions, tigers, elephants, and rare endemic species.

10 Indian dishes that made India famous across the world

With the increasing presence of the India diaspora abroad, traditional Indian dishes have also become famous worldwide. From New York to London, Africa to Japan, many Indian food items are shaping up to be staples for non-Indians as well. Here are 10 dishes that has brought India on the global map.

These 10 Indian dishes are popular among foreigners visiting India

Indian cuisine continues to charm travelers from around the world. From rich curries to iconic street food, these popular Indian dishes are the ones foreigners consistently love and recommend after visiting India.

'Autistic, Bald Barbie make children feel seen': Representation or marketing ploy?

Authentic representation is an ongoing debate around the world. With the release of Autistic Barbie, this debate has found a new angle. While the internet is divided on whether these dolls make children feel seen or is it is just a marketing ploy, Firstpost spoke to Autism specialist, Dr. Sonali Mukherjee to gain insights on the real impact of such initiatives.

Black cat girlfriends, golden retriever boyfriends and the attachment theory

Who wouldn’t want to have a black cat girlfriend? They’re cool, mysterious, possibly have an aura (?), probably have a fabulous taste in music and take a slim novel with them wherever they go that they can immerse themselves into it, when the social situation at events doesn’t particularly suit them

'No values, no shared memory, no sense of national ethos. That's a society that doesn't read'

Literature becomes a shared space for dialogue. Amid a changing world, importance of reading in society is all the more essential. In a sit down interview with Firstpost, National Book Trust director, Yuvraj Malik talked about the relationship between national ethos and reading.

Why Pongal’s date seems to change every year — and why it really doesn’t

Every January, as sugarcane stalks appear at doorways and clay pots are set to boil over, a familiar question resurfaces: Why does Pongal sometimes fall on January 14 and other times on January 15? To many, it can feel as though the festival quietly shifts its place on the calendar. In truth, Pongal doesn’t move at all. It is our modern way of counting days that makes it appear so.

Greenland travel guide: All you need to know about this Arctic paradise

From Disko Bay to Ilulissat Icefjord, discover Greenland beyond the headlines. Here's a travel guide for the Arctic frontier. Known for its harsh weather but Greenland tourism is anchored around its extreme adventures.

Food Talk | Similarities of Indian and Sri Lankan cuisine

Indian and Sri Lankan cuisines are closely related due to geography, shared history, trade, and cultural exchange, especially with South India. Both the countries love rice, coconut, and aromatic spices as its major ingredients. We love our curries and rice-based dishes like idiyappam and dosa. In a recent visit to Sri Lanka, I realised how similar are the dishes of both the countries.

What Pongal 2026 is about and the dos and don’ts to know

As Tamil communities mark the harvest festival in mid-January, a look at the customs that shape Pongal and the rules worth knowing.

Pongal festival: A guide to Tamil Nadu's harvest celebration

Pongal festival is a vibrant four-day harvest celebration in Tamil Nadu, honoring the Sun, agricultural produce, livestock, and family. The festival features a host of traditions, rituals, foods, and games.

4 charming period watches to swoon over while awaiting Bridgerton season 4

The much felt wait for Bridgerton’s season 4 is about to near its end, as the programme is due to release on Netflix on January 29, 2026. Here are four period shows you can watch as your toes curl up in excitement. The glorious costumes, and gorgeous landscapes and scenes set still in time are bound to take your breath away.

10 state bhawans in Delhi that remain the city's best places for regional food

Affordable, unpretentious and rooted in tradition, these canteens serve regional meals with little adaptation or compromise.

Planning a Bali vacation in 2026? New Proof-of-Funds rule explained for travellers

Bali travel rules are expected to tighten soon. Travellers may face new entry checks as the island pivots towards 'quality tourism.'

5 ancient cities that were once capitals but are now forgotten

Across India, the ruins of once-powerful cities lie folded into forests, buried beneath rivers, or absorbed into modern towns. Together, they reveal how geography, politics, ecology, and time itself shape urban life, and how cities, even at their zenith, remain provisional acts in a longer historical continuum.

Doctor explains why youngsters are dying from heart attacks

Heart attacks in youngsters are rising globally. Firstpost got in touch with Dr. Zeeshan Mansuri, who explained the key reasons, risk factors, and how to protect your heart.

Same season, different stories: How harvest festivals are celebrated across India

From Lohri to Pongal, harvest festivals in India celebrate the cycle of nature with immense revelry. With different names but similar values, these traditions invite people to slow down and reconnect with the community.

We must be hopeful when we think of our planet

In an era of climate doomscrolling, optimism feels almost taboo. From India’s tiger rebound to the return of bald eagles and recovering turtles, these conservation stories argue that hope, when grounded in action, is necessary.

Facelifts and beauty procedures are normal now. Ageing isn't.

From celebrities to social media, beauty surgery has entered everyday conversation. But the rise of facelifts says less about vanity and more about how ageing, visibility and worth are being reshaped.

8 ancient Indian structures that continue to baffle scientists

Across India, ancient architecture continues to offer clues about early engineering, metallurgy, and scientific thought.

Indian forts that were never conquered

From the sea-girt Janjira Fort to the desert stronghold of Jaisalmer Fort, these unconquered forts in India have withstood centuries of sieges, invasions, and battles.

Everyone's a phony now: On performative men and the internet-raised self

Have you seen people over the internet increasingly accusing each other of performativity over the past year?

Coldest towns in India where temperatures fall below -30°C

Here, the air is thin and biting, rivers freeze solid, and the landscape turns stark and monochrome. Daily life adapts to the cold - homes are heavily insulated, people wear layers of wool and fur, and movement is limited to the bare essentials. These regions, though harsh and unforgiving in winter, stand as powerful reminders of India’s remarkable climatic diversity, where some of the coldest inhabited places on Earth exist within the country’s borders.

10 world heritage sites every traveller should visit

When all feels down in the world, there is nothing like a bit of travel and thinking of how civilisations existed thousands of years before us to truly make us think about how little we are and how much more there is to see in the world. If you are in need for a little inspiration, pack your bags to visit at least one of the places listed below: