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Noor Anand Chawla
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Independent Lifestyle Journalist | Top 40 Under 40 for English Journalism in India | Columnist for Hindustan Times Brunch and Sunday Guardian | Bylines in CSMonitor, ARTNews, CN Traveller, Reader’s Digest, JStor Daily, Glam and more.
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Here’s my candid chat with dancer and entrepreneur Shanaya Makani published in @htbrunch
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Get to know... Shanaya Makani
Dancer and entrepreneur Shanaya Makani (@ShanayaMakani) is craving a choco-chip cookie, parallel parking like a pro, and never buying a Labubu
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November 16, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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A few weeks ago I watched the fun play “Scintillating Sinners of Chicago” put on by Theatre for a Cause. Here are my thoughts on it published in TNIE Magazine @newindianexpress
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Pardon her crime
Murder, music, and mayhem take center stage in Scintillating Sinners of Chicago, a homegrown rendition of the iconic Broadway musical, Chicago, that turns crime
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November 15, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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The article I’m sharing today has been my longest feature of 2025. Here’s my deep dive into the jewellery trends guiding Gen-Z today, published in @TNIEMagazine @NewIndianXpress
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Bling in the new
Gold in India has never just been metal. It is legacy, pride, and investment. But in 2025, the alloy of aspiration looks different. The new gold glows softly, b
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November 12, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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For The Sunday Guardian, I spoke to Pt. Naviin Gandharv about his recent performance for Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Keir Starmer, as well as his unique instrument - the Belabaharr.
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It Was the Highest Honour to Perform for PM Modi and PM Starmer: Naviin Gandharv
Pt. Naviin Gandharv shares his journey, challenges, and mission to popularise Belabaharr globally.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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For my latest art column in HT Brunch I speak to Virenpratap Singh Bhaika about the unique Gond art practice of artist Japani Shyam (daughter of legendary Gond artist January Singh Shyam).
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Drawing Room: Virenpratap Singh Bhaika on Japani Shyam’s modern Gond art
Japani Shyam reinterprets Gond art through muted hues and modern themes, but sticks to its age-old message: The celebration of the human-nature bond
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November 8, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Writer Ajeet Cour has battled many odds as a woman. Her intriguing autobiography “The Water Weaver” has inspired an ongoing art exhibition. I report for The Sunday Guardian.
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Art Exhibition Celebrates Ajeet Cour’s Legacy of Womanhood
Fifteen women artists reinterpret Ajeet Cour’s writings through powerful visual narratives.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Rahul Mishra is known for his beautiful clothing. And now he’s offering his unique aesthetics in an exclusive line of couture bags. I report for @TNIEMagazine @NewIndianXpress
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Clutch on to couture
It’s difficult to encapsulate couturier Rahul Mishra’s aesthetic in a single object. His intricately detailed embroideries, nature-inspired forms, exuberant col
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November 4, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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With unemployment increasing across the board, the latest workplace trend is Job Hugging. But does it really make things better? I report for TNIE Magazine @newindianexpress
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Better safe than worry
Switching a job can often feel like rocking a smoothly sailing boat. Workplace transitions bring their own share of doubts, financial adjustments and emotional
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November 2, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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My latest for The Sunday Guardian - a look at the new single by rapper REBLE.
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REBLE’s new single ‘New Riot’ raises the bar
Rapper REBLE’s latest single ‘New Riot’ turns chaos, emotion and anger into raw power.
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October 29, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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My art column for @htbrunch is back after a small break! Salonika Meattle Aggarwal speaks about the vibrant naturescapes of Senaka Senanayake and their hidden meaning.
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Drawing Room: Salonika Meattle Aggarwal on Senaka Senanayake’s vibrant art
Senaka Senanayake paints Sri Lanka’s rainforests in their calm and chaos, where every butterfly and bird’s wingbeat hints at nature’s fragile chain reactions
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October 26, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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Here’s my review of an excellent play I saw in Delhi recently- “Doubt: A Parable” published in TNIE Magazine @newindianexpress
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Questioning certainty
Doubt can be a bond as powerful and sustaining as certainty. When you are in doubt, you are not alone…,” says the character of Father Flynn in the Pulitzer Priz
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October 24, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Thalassotherapy is a wellness trend pulling on the curative powers of marine ingredients. It’s now making a splash in India. I report on this wellness trend in my article published in @TNIEMagazine @NewIndianXpress
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Seas the day
In the ancient tradition of aquatic healing, thalassotherapy has found its rightful place. Derived from the Greek word thalassa, meaning sea, this rejuvenating
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October 23, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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Curious about peptide stacking for health benefits? Read my article published in @TNIEMagazine @NewIndianXpress
October 22, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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At the recent FDCI Lakmé Fashion Week, I was busy scouting for exciting and talented new designers to watch out for. Here’s my round-up published in The Sunday Guardian. Read the article on sundayguardianlive.com/feature/youn...
Young designers redefine craft and sustainability at FDCI Lakme Fashion Week
Emerging designers showcased innovation, heritage, and sustainability at FDCI Lakme Fashion Week 2025.
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October 21, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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Vaishali S is the first Indian female designer to participate in Paris Haute Couture Week. I write about her recent showcase “Kintsugi” for TNIE Magazine @newindianexpress
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Stitched in Gold
Titled Kintsugi, after the Japanese art of fixing broken pottery, Vaishali Shadangule — or Vaishali S — presents her latest collection inspired by broken shells
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October 17, 2025 at 7:12 PM
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The latest addition to Delhi’s design district of Sultanpur is Astoria Living. I speak to its founder about the brand’s vision for The Sunday Guardian.
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Astoria Living Promises a New Design Language with its Store in Delhi
Astoria Living debuts in Delhi, blending craftsmanship, global design, and experiential luxury.
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October 16, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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So much to see and so little time! So I’ve rounded up the best art exhibitions to see in October in this post for The Sunday Guardian. Do check them out and share with others who may be interested!
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Noteworthy art exhibitions to visit in October
A seasonal round-up of art exhibitions worth visiting in Delhi this month: 1. Shobha Broota: Painting Infinity by DAG Shobha Broota has carved a distinctive space within modern…
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October 13, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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With festive season in full swing, Zoya Jewels’ brand new collection inspired by Kashmir titled “Whispers from the Valley” might be of interest. Read more about it in my article in The Sunday Guardian. Comment below for the link.
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Zoya unveils Kashmir-inspired jewellery with Sonam Kapoor as muse
Zoya’s latest collection celebrates seasons with timeless artistry and feminine expression.
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October 12, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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Baoshuan at TheOberoi NewDelhi has launched a special health conscious lunch menu curated by Michelin-star Chef Andrew Wong to celebrate 60 years of The Oberoi, New Delhi property. I review it for The Sunday Guardian.
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Baoshuan launches lunch menu at Oberoi Delhi’s Anniversary
The Oberoi, New Delhi celebrates 60 years with Chef Wong’s innovative menu.
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October 11, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Gurbani Kaur Tikku’s new poetry book packs a punch. I speak to the 15-year-old talented poet about her craft, writing a book and more for The Sunday Guardian.
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A young poet’s powerful debut explores love, grief and life growing around poetry
Fifteen-year-old Gurbani Kaur Tikku debuts with poetry exploring grief, girlhood.
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October 9, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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One of my favourite restaurants @tresdelhi recently launched a special tasting menu to celebrate a decade in the business! I’ve reviewed it for The Sunday Guardian. Read my thoughts below:
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Tres marks ten years with special tasting menu
Celebrated Delhi restaurant unveils seven-course menu honouring its culinary journey.
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October 8, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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Were you a 2000s kid like me?! Then you’re going to love this piece of nostalgia - my latest cover story for @htbrunch digging into all things 2000s!!
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October 6, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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Design aficionados were spoilt for choice at the recent Design Democracy expo held in Hyderabad. I report for The Sunday Guardian.
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Design Democracy 2025 set to wow India’s design fraternity
Design aficionados around the country are gearing up for what promises to be a stellar design event. It’s the third edition of Design Democracy, set to take place…
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October 5, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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Wellness influencers are singing the praises of #methyleneblue - but is this blue dye really a miracle ingredient or just a scam? I report for TNIE Magazine @newindianexpress
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Out of the blue
As the founder of The Biohacker, a Mumbai-based wellness centre with new-age health therapies, Lalit Dharmani is often the guinea pig for testing new procedures
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October 3, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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It’s been a while since I wrote on music, but Omkar Sakunkhe’s peppy track “Land of Maasai” really caught my ear! Read more about it in my article for The Sunday Guardian.
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Omkar Salunkhe’s New Instrumental Track Captures the Spirit of the Maasai
Many would argue that music has the power to transport the listener to lands far away, on journeys difficult to physically undertake. Perhaps this is the inspiration behind…
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October 2, 2025 at 4:51 PM