We have barely entered November, and the National Capital Region has already transformed into a gas chamber. Every year, we cling to the hope for some change, only to be greeted with consistent disappointment. Therefore, it is time for us to alter our approach and discover ways to cope with the 'severe' Air Quality Index (AQI) this winter.

We have barely entered November, and the National Capital Region has already transformed into a gas chamber. Every year, we cling to the hope for some change, only to be greeted with consistent disappointment. Therefore, it is time for us to alter our approach and discover ways to cope with the &#39;severe&#39; Air Quality Index (AQI) this winter.

How to find a silver lining in Delhi-NCR's smog

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With winter just around the corner, many of us are super-excited to don our trendy jackets, relish winter delicacies, and plan yearly campfires with friends. The pleasant winter weather makes everything better, whether it's enjoying a cup of coffee or cuddling with your pet. What are the winter pleasures that you look forward to?

With winter just around the corner, many of us are super-excited to don our trendy jackets, relish winter delicacies, and plan yearly campfires with friends. The pleasant winter weather makes everything better, whether it&#39;s enjoying a cup of coffee or cuddling with your pet. What are the winter pleasures that you look forward to?

Things to get excited about in winter (even if you hate the cold)

Shardiya Navratri marks Goddess Durga's victory over the demon Mahishasura and ends with Vijayadashmi/Dussehra celebrations. The nine-day festival begins on October 15 this year and ends on October 24. Each of the nine days is devoted to the worship of Goddess Durga, a symbol of feminine strength, courage and determination. Her nine forms or avatars are a manifestation of the various qualities that the Goddess or women in general embody throughout their lives. We take you through the nine forms of Durga and what they stand for.

Shardiya Navratri marks Goddess Durga&#39;s victory over the demon Mahishasura and ends with Vijayadashmi/Dussehra celebrations. The nine-day festival begins on October 15 this year and ends on October 24. Each of the nine days is devoted to the worship of Goddess Durga, a symbol of feminine strength, courage and determination. Her nine forms or avatars are a manifestation of the various qualities that the Goddess or women in general embody throughout their lives. We take you through the nine forms of Durga and what they stand for.

What are the nine forms of Goddess Durga?

Shardiya Navratri marks Goddess Durga's victory over the demon Mahishasura and ends with Vijayadashmi/Dussehra celebrations. The nine-day festival begins on October 15 this year and ends on October 24. Each of the nine days is devoted to the worship of Goddess Durga, a symbol of feminine strength, courage and determination. Her nine forms or avatars are a manifestation of the various qualities that the Goddess or women in general embody throughout their lives.

In the year 2003, the film Munna Bhai MBBS re-packaged the ideals of Gandhism like Satyagraha and Ahimsa to suit contemporary sensibilities, giving it a new name: Gandhi-giri. The film struck a chord with Indians for illustrating how Gandhi’s philosophy is still relevant to the current times. Indian youth has time and time again resorted to Gandhi-giri instead of ‘Dada-giri’ to protest and defy; and it has worked out for us so far! So, this Gandhi Jayanti, here are a few tried-and-tested Gandhi-giri moves that you can try out.

In the year 2003, the film Munna Bhai MBBS re-packaged the ideals of Gandhism like Satyagraha and Ahimsa to suit contemporary sensibilities, giving it a new name: Gandhi-giri. The film struck a chord with Indians for illustrating how Gandhi&rsquo;s philosophy is still relevant to the current times. Indian youth has time and time again resorted to Gandhi-giri instead of &lsquo;Dada-giri&rsquo; to protest and defy; and it has worked out for us so far! So, this Gandhi Jayanti, here are a few tried-and-tested Gandhi-giri moves that you can try out.

Gandhigiri for Gen-Z

In the year 2003, the film Munna Bhai MBBS re-packaged the ideals of Gandhism like Satyagraha and Ahimsa to suit contemporary sensibilities, giving it a new name: Gandhi-giri. The film struck a chord with Indians for illustrating how Gandhi’s philosophy is still relevant to the current times. Indian youth has time and time again resorted to Gandhi-giri instead of ‘Dada-giri’ to protest and defy; and it has worked out for us so far!

Are you struggling to find happiness in life? Do you too fake a smile in front of friends and family? Do flowers wither away after one look at your gloomy face? Don’t worry, we’re in the same boat. Try self-gaslighting! With self-gaslighting, you can trick yourself into being happy even if nothing in your life seems to be going right. Being delulu is our tried and tested solulu in the face of constant embarrassments and curveballs that life throws at us. It’s easy and it's free: just repeat these sentences after us…

Are you struggling to find happiness in life? Do you too fake a smile in front of friends and family? Do flowers wither away after one look at your gloomy face? Don&rsquo;t worry, we&rsquo;re in the same boat. Try self-gaslighting! With self-gaslighting, you can trick yourself into being happy even if nothing in your life seems to be going right. Being delulu is our tried and tested solulu in the face of constant embarrassments and curveballs that life throws at us. It&rsquo;s easy and it&#39;s free: just repeat these sentences after us&hellip;

How to gaslight yourself into happiness, cos Delulu is the only Solulu

Are you struggling to find happiness in life? Do you too fake a smile in front of friends and family? Do flowers wither away after one look at your gloomy face? Don’t worry, we’re in the same boat. Try self-gaslighting! With self-gaslighting, you can trick yourself into being happy even if nothing in your life seems to be going right. Being delulu is our tried and tested solulu in the face of constant embarrassments and curveballs that life throws at us.

It is officially Fall-Winter fashion season for the ‘main-character’ countries of the world. While we are still at least two months away from the first cold wave to hit us in Delhi, all our favourite fashion brands are already stocked with Fall clothes that we probably don’t need yet. It is hard not to pounce on your favourite Fall trends when cosy pullovers and layering clothes is all you wait for all through summer.

It is officially Fall-Winter fashion season for the &lsquo;main-character&rsquo; countries of the world. While we are still at least two months away from the first cold wave to hit us in Delhi, all our favourite fashion brands are already stocked with Fall clothes that we probably don&rsquo;t need yet. It is hard not to pounce on your favourite Fall trends when cosy pullovers and layering clothes is all you wait for all through summer.

It's Fall for fashion but sweltering hot outside in Delhi: A visual story

Moving out of our parents’ house is the true beginning of adult life for most of us. As exciting as it is to have complete independence, we are soon hit with the realities of moving out. Managing our own money, cooking, dealing with repairs and doing household chores is all really difficult to get a hang of at first, but moving out, you also get to realise how expensive the things you took for granted are.

Moving out of our parents&rsquo; house is the true beginning of adult life for most of us. As exciting as it is to have complete independence, we are soon hit with the realities of moving out. Managing our own money, cooking, dealing with repairs and doing household chores is all really difficult to get a hang of at first, but moving out, you also get to realise how expensive the things you took for granted are.

Realising how expensive life is once you move out of parents' home: A visual story

From watching our favourite cartoons all day to going to great lengths to download our favourite music, our childhood in the 2000s was quite epic. Here are a few things from the era that will take you on a nostalgic trip.

From watching our favourite cartoons all day to going to great lengths to download our favourite music, our childhood in the 2000s was quite epic. Here are a few things from the era that will take you on a nostalgic trip.

The ultimate Gen-Z nostalgia ride: A visual story

Rakshabandhan celebrates the enduring bond between siblings. Through ups and downs, they've been our confidants, advisers, and partners in crime. They've witnessed our cringe-worthy moments and guarded our secrets. Despite the annoyances, we're inseparable, for they know us too well.

Rakshabandhan celebrates the enduring bond between siblings. Through ups and downs, they&#39;ve been our confidants, advisers, and partners in crime. They&#39;ve witnessed our cringe-worthy moments and guarded our secrets. Despite the annoyances, we&#39;re inseparable, for they know us too well.

9 sibling moments that will make you laugh (or cry) this Rakshabandhan

In a historic moment for all Indians, Chandrayaan-3 has successfully landed the moon. Vikram lander, the spacecraft lander of Chandrayaan-3 landed the moon surface at 6:04 pm today (23rd August), after six weeks of its launch on July 14. Here is a summary of the proud moment in illustrations.

In a historic moment for all Indians, Chandrayaan-3 has successfully landed the moon. Vikram lander, the spacecraft lander of Chandrayaan-3 landed the moon surface at 6:04 pm today (23rd August), after six weeks of its launch on July 14. Here is a summary of the proud moment in illustrations.&nbsp;

India over the Moon: Chandrayaan-3 makes lunar touchdown

In a historic moment for all Indians, Chandrayaan-3 has successfully landed on the Moon. Vikram, the spacecraft lander of Chandrayaan-3 made a touchdown on the Earth's only natural satellite at 6:04 pm today (August 23), six weeks after its launch on July 14.

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Seemon likes to tell visual stories about pop culture, art, psychology, gender and politics. She is an Illustrator at DailyO.

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