Ria Gupta

3 days ago | travel.usnews.com | Ria Gupta |Marisa Mendez |Ann Henson

The Taj Mahal was originally imagined as a symbol of love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. But since its commission in the 17th century, the marble marvel has become more than that. It's a specimen of iconic design deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site; it's a stronghold of history, preserved and revered by locals; and it's a landmark in Agra, India, celebrated globally as one of the new Seven Wonders of the World.

1 week ago | jezebel.com | Ria Gupta

In 2023, 57% of Ohioans voted to protect abortion access after Roe v. Wade was overturned. But, as we’ve recently seen in Missouri, GOP lawmakers don’t really care what their constituents want. On Wednesday, Ohio Republican lawmakers introduced a bill that would ban abortion entirely, with zero exceptions for rape and incest, and establish fetal personhood, while also branding abortion-seekers as committing “homicide.” (Abortion is currently allowed up to 20 weeks.) And they don’t stop there.

1 week ago | architecturaldigest.in | Ria Gupta

A new restaurant in Colaba offers a white canvas of respite amid its bustling streets. Otoki, envisioned by Anurag Katriar of Indigo Hospitality and restaurateur Pranav Rungta, celebrates the duo’s shared love for Japanese cuisine and culture. The newest entrant on the block is built at the address of the city’s old heartthrob. It’s where Katriar’s Indigo Deli once stood.

2 weeks ago | luxe.outlookindia.com | Ria Gupta

It’s hard to miss the allure of South Africa. From rolling mountains to ochre grasslands, adventure to fine dining, and everything in between, the diversity of the county will leave you wanting for nothing. A packed roster of things to do means there’s something for every kind of traveler. If you’re planning a trip, here are the 10 most compelling experiences in South Africa to add to your bucket list: 1.

1 month ago | statenews.com | Ria Gupta

To be considered, a student must score well in three areas: their high school musical theatre performance, the Sutton Foster Award audition weekends and their performance on the day of the ceremony. A team of Wharton Center adjudicators reviews a high school musical production, nominating at least two students for outstanding performances. Those students will then be invited to one of two audition weekends, where they work on the musical numbers presented at the official ceremony.