They&rsquo;re not quite fashion accessories in India. But Gargi Gupta went umbrella hunting and found a few jazzy ones &mdash; from a classic Burberry to a quirky number from Kolkata, with a fan attached.

Brolly good fellows

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Birbal&rsquo;s silverware, Tipu Sultan&rsquo;s palanquin, the chair Nehru broke and a treasure trove of anecdotes.

Walk into my parlour

Are luxury brands in India cheaper than they are in other parts of the world? Gargi Gupta takes a look at the price-point strategy.

Cut price luxury

Tattv is Sanskrit for principle, but any principles against indulgence or overeating are best left outside the door while dining at this elegant new restaurant.

Indulge, traditional style

From a private art collection to a bike ride along Hudson river to the best of the city&rsquo;s famed comedy clubs, this is the New Yorker&rsquo;s New York.

New York, minus the tourist traps

If the idea of summoning up a private jewellery showing, securing front-row seats at Milan Fashion Week, having an exclusive adventure at the North Pole, or driving a Bentley in Siberia interests you &mdash; that is now possible in Mumbai.

Living it up

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