Winter Tea Rituals: Discovering Chinese Dark Tea
As winter dormancy settles over tea gardens, a writer explores Jing Yang Fu Cha, a soothing Chinese dark tea, uncovering centuries of tradition and mindful brewing.
As winter dormancy settles over tea gardens, a writer explores Jing Yang Fu Cha, a soothing Chinese dark tea, uncovering centuries of tradition and mindful brewing.
Learn how to make crispy, flavorful mushroom pakoras with this simple recipe. These golden-brown treats disappear quickly and pair perfectly with chai or coffee.
Literary and cultural groups gathered at Tamulbari Tea Estate in Dibrugarh to mark Shilpi Divas, celebrating the 75th death anniversary of Assamese icon Jyoti Prasad Agarwala with tributes and cultural performances.
Discover 10 regional Indian biscuits from Osmania to Nan Khatai that pair perfectly with evening tea. Explore their unique flavors and histories.
US President Donald Trump imposes 25% tariffs on nations trading with Iran, creating fresh challenges for Indian tea and rice exporters already facing market pressures.
Tea expert Dr Rupali Ambegaonkar reveals how to match tea to your emotional state. From calming chamomile for stress to energizing oolong for focus, learn to make tea a daily self-care ritual.
Celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares 5 easy-to-make, crunchy snack recipes like Paneer Pakora and Bhakarwadi to elevate your winter tea time. Get the full recipes here!
Explore the unique Indian ritual of scrolling news while sipping tea. Discover how digital media and chai create a powerful daily habit, shaping public discourse and personal routine. Read more!
Tea workers in Assam's Brahmaputra Valley halted operations in a one-hour strike, demanding a wage hike from Rs 250 to Rs 351. The ACMS warns of a total shutdown if demands are ignored. Read more.
A viral social media post reveals a Dutch company apologised to an employee for a 6 AM email, highlighting stark contrasts in global work-life balance expectations, especially between Europe and the US.
Explore the profound world within a cup of tea—from personal memories of Kolkata's addas to the colonial history of Assam's plantations. Discover how this humble beverage weaves together India's social fabric and cultural identity. Read more.
India's Tea Board will implement a strict SOP within two weeks to stop inferior, cheap tea from Nepal, safeguarding Darjeeling's industry. A ₹1,500 crore scheme is also announced. Read more.
Abhishek Banerjee vows to hike wages to Rs 300/day, operationalize all PHCs, and build crèches if TMC returns to power in 2026. He contrasts state's work with BJP MPs' record in Alipurduar.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warns tea estates of losing Rs 150 crore annual incentives for non-cooperation in granting land rights to 3.33 lakh worker families. Read the full story.
The Thamate, an ancient drum tied to Karnataka's Dalit communities, is being transformed from a symbol of oppression into a powerful emblem of identity and cultural resistance through workshops and performances.
Your tea turned bitter? Don't pour it out! Learn why tea gets harsh and discover 5 simple fixes involving temperature, timing, and ingredients to rescue your cup. Make every sip smooth.
FSSAI's new directive prohibits calling herbal infusions 'tea'. The Rs 3,600 crore flavoured market must rebrand. Learn what this means for your favourite brews.
India's FSSAI orders companies to stop calling herbal infusions 'tea'. Only drinks from Camellia sinensis plant qualify. Learn about the new rules and industry impact.
FSSAI mandates only Camellia sinensis products can be branded as 'tea'. Herbal infusions must rebrand, impacting India's wellness market. Read the full story.
FSSAI's new order restricts the term 'tea' to products from Camellia sinensis. Herbal infusions must be clearly labeled. Learn what this means for consumers and businesses.
FSSAI's new order states only products from Camellia sinensis can be sold as 'tea'. Herbal infusions must be clearly labelled. Learn what this means for consumers and businesses.
FSSAI mandates that only beverages from Camellia sinensis plant can be labelled as tea. Herbal infusions must be renamed to avoid misbranding. Read the full guidelines.
A new Australian study finds tea drinkers have slightly better hip bone density than coffee lovers. Discover the surprising tipping point for coffee consumption and what it means for osteoporosis risk.
India's youth are embracing boba tea and matcha, forcing legacy brands like Wagh Bakri to adapt. Cold beverages now grow 60% faster than hot drinks, reshaping the market.
Tamannaah Bhatia shares her slow morning routine with soaked nuts and tea. Dietitian Garima Goyal explains the benefits and crucial portion control tips for this healthy start.
Discover how to use leftover tea and coffee as a natural hair rinse to combat hair fall, boost shine, and stimulate growth. Simple DIY steps for healthier locks.
The viral revival of a 1960 qawwali in 2025 reveals how remixes don't reject originals but create a new path to discovery. Explore how Sahir Ludhianvi's timeless lyrics survive the test of modern algorithms.
Discover the surprising health benefits of traditional nettle tea, from supporting prostate health to aiding blood sugar control. Learn how to prepare it safely and who should avoid it.
PM Modi, in Assam's Dibrugarh, invoked his 'Chaiwala' past to defend BJP's work for tea workers, attacked Congress on land rights, and highlighted financial inclusion. Read more.
Discover why jaggery tea feels right in winter. Learn the simple recipe, taste transformation, and warming benefits of homemade gud wali chai for the cold season.