Urban Mélange
Nishtha Shukla Anand, President & Trustee, Skills & Marketing at Shoolini University and Shoolini Upskill, brings together education, entrepreneurship and digital growth. Her journey has been shaped by adaptability, learning and a commitment to creating opportunities, particularly for women. She shares her leadership philosophy, lessons from change, and vision for lifelong learning. What has your […]
For Nisha Luthra, healing began as a deeply personal journey of understanding emotions and the self. Today, through House of Happiness and Chetna Synthesis, she creates spaces where music, movement, breath and theatre come together. Her Baithaks offer something increasingly rare: a space to feel, connect and simply be. What inspired you to create House […]
For Komal Mittal, Co-Founder of Karmic Beauty, the idea for the brand came from a decade spent testing formulations from Europe, South Korea and America, always searching for skincare that protected her skin without borrowing from tomorrow. Most fell short. What was formulated around longevity remained locked behind biotech and luxury price points, and little […]
With endless academic choices and global opportunities, choosing the right path can overwhelm students and families. Urvashi Sahni of Kaleidoscope Education believes effective guidance begins with understanding the child beyond marks. She discusses personalised counselling, early skill development, authentic profiles and why finding the right-fit university matters more than chasing rankings. What inspired you to […]
Fitness was never part of Anupam Jyot Kaur’s original career plan. Yet, what began as an unexpected journey alongside her husband evolved into a leadership role at Pro Ultimate Gyms. Her story is one of self-discovery, resilience and learning to create her own space while leading with authenticity and purpose. Q. What first drew you […]
—- Ankit Navratan Jain, Co-Founder & Director, AE LIVING In any thoughtfully designed living space, the coffee table quietly becomes the centre of gravity. It is where conversations begin, books rest, cups of coffee linger, and the personality of a home reveals itself in subtle yet powerful ways. A coffee table is no longer merely […]
By Architect Tirpat Girdhar, Arete Design Studio The Tricity—Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula—has long been admired for its orderly planning and modernist roots. But over the past few years, a quiet transformation has been unfolding. High-end residential architecture here is no longer just about spacious apartments or premium addresses; it is about crafting a lifestyle that […]
Gaurav Chopra, founder of Spice & Brew, brings the values of his agricultural roots into the world of hospitality. With a focus on authenticity, consistency, and customer experience, he has built a café brand that blends traditional flavours with modern dining culture, offering warm spaces where food, people, and memories come together. What inspired you […]
Kajal Kataik, co-founder of Social Theory Marketing Private Limited, shares insights into building a results-driven marketing company rooted in psychology, storytelling, and strategy. From overcoming early credibility challenges to leading a multi-location firm, she reflects on growth, leadership evolution, and what businesses — especially young entrepreneurs — must understand to succeed in today’s digital world. […]
Dr. Sona Luthra Narang, Psychologist and Relationship Therapist, has spent over two decades guiding individuals toward emotional well-being and self-awareness. A practicing psychologist, mentor, and founder of two ventures, she blends psychology, behavioural training, and image coaching to help people strengthen resilience, confidence, and inner balance in everyday life. What inspired you to choose psychology […]