Designer Naushad Ali and Sundari Silks collaborate on contemporary saris with a Tamil touch

For designer Naushad Ali, inspiration for his latest collection, a collaboration with a legacy Chennai brand Sundari Silks, was all around him; in a language he loves, and in Tamil heritage that he deeply respects. Jasmine flowers in various stages of bloom, markings from the panchangam or the traditional Tamil calendar, narrow temple borders, and motifs representing…

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The fifth edition of Karaikudi Sandhai showcases Chettinad textiles, crafts, and cuisine

Chettinad cotton and silk saris | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT The fifth edition of Karaikudi Sandhai returns this year at a spacious new venue with ample parking. Organised by the Karaikudi Nagarathar Sangam, the one-day exhibition celebrates the rich legacy of Chettinad culture through its craftsmanship, cuisine, and local enterprise. M Letchumanan, committee member of…

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Five Auto trends in 2026 that will redefine the Indian car market

The Indian automotive landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace. Once defined primarily by price sensitivity, the market is now increasingly shaped by greater safety awareness, sustainability concerns, and rising expectations around features and technology. By 2026, several trends that began as experiments or niche offerings will have firmly transitioned into the mainstream. Automakers are…

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