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<p><b>Tea Time</b></p><p>What could be more comforting than spending a winter afternoon sipping tea with friends? The just opened Bombay Brasserie has thoughtfully put together an extensive tea menu for those who prefer to skip caffeine. With sunlight filtering in through the tall glass windows and an eclectic vibrant decor, the restaurant is a great place to curl up with a book and tea or catch up with friends while the mercury dips. On the menu is tea inspired by different corners of the country-the Bombay Monsoon Chai which is reminiscent of the ginger-infused cutting chai in Mumbai monsoon; the Hyderabad-inspired Charminar Chai brewed with spices and lemon or the cardamomflavoured milky tea of Delhi's bustling Chandni Chowk.</p><p>Test the Tea If you are in the mood to test your taste buds, go for the Temple tea brewed with fine gunpowder green tea rolled into pellets and Chili Romance, a spicy cum fruity brew made with green sencha tea, and flavoured with red and white peppercorns, red currants, ginger, raspberries and strawberries.</p><p><b>At </b>The Bombay Brasserie, Nitesh Hub Mall, North Main Road, Koregaon Park</p><div class="itemcenter"><amp-iframe height="62" title="" width="320" sandbox="allow-forms allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-top-navigation allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation" allowfullscreen src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Findiatoday%2Fbanner%2Fpreferred-source-new.html%3Fv%3D1.014%5Cu0026native%3D1" class="mrBt15 preferred-source-banner"> </amp-iframe></div><div class="itg-mosimage"><amp-img src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover1_010418062954.jpg" alt="" height="425" width="650" class="" layout="responsive"></amp-img>Photo: Sara Soda Restaurant</div></p><p><b>Food for the soul</b></p><p>If you love the sea and sand but not the sun, head to the pristine beaches of Konkan this winter. A far cry from the bustling beaches of Goa, the tranquil countryside of Konkan is for those who want a quiet getaway amidst nature. Culture Aangan helps travellers curate experiences with homestays, cultural events, local food and workshops that give you a peek into the natural and cultural heritage of the place. At an eight hour's drive from the city, Sindhudurg offers travellers an array of experiences-you can laze on the pristine beaches, take a dip in blue waters, discover waterfalls, enjoy a boat ride along the lagoons with dolphins, cycle through the villages and savour local seafood.</p><p><b>Details </b>cultureaangan.com</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><amp-img src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover4_010418062954.jpg" alt="" height="425" width="650" class="" layout="responsive"></amp-img>The Flour Works. Photo: Mandar Deodhar</div></p><p><b>Winter flavours</b></p><p>Dig into the flavours of the season as city chefs are bringing in seasonal vegetables and fruits and Christmas menus to the platter. At The Flour Works, the popular international cuisine cafe at Kalyaninagar, with a new outlet in Salunke Vihar, the menu features winter fare with hearty soups, meat-heavy dishes and seasonal fruits. Try their minted pea soup, a spinach and coconut and shrimp soup which is sure to warm the heart. The pasta with seafood and saffron sauce and the smoked chicken breast with pea puree and thyme jus are a good pick for the weather and the desserts feature raspberry, passion fruit and chocolate.</p><p>Oriental Flavours Shizusan's chefs are whipping up festive winter favourites such as Singaporean char kway teow and black-pepper crab, a crunchy avocado roll, pulled jackfruit bao, Japanese crispy prawns tossed in wasabi mayo and a hearty Burmese bamma curry with warming flavours of lemongrass and galangal and lobster in miso chilli butter sauce.</p><p>World on a Plate Sara Soda's Xmas menu features Ethiopian okra soup, seafood broth, spicy Goan crab and sherry wine cream sizzlers.</p><p><b>At</b> The Flour Works, Commercial 3, Nirvana, North Avenue, Kalyani Nagar; Shizusan, Phoenix Market City; Sara Soda, Mohammed Wadi</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><amp-img src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover2_010418062954.jpg" alt="" height="425" width="650" class="" layout="responsive"></amp-img>Photo: Mandar Deodhar</div></p><p><b>High spirits</b></p><p>Alcohol spiked winter time drinks at a breezy rooftop lounge--that's what adds charm to the brief winters in the city. Wear your pullover and head to Altitude Air Lounge where bartender Tushar Sahasrabuddhe whips up delicious drinks. Try their Bailey's Hot chocolate, a boozy take on the all-time favourite hot chocolate or the festive menu of a Johnnie Walker drink infused with ginger. The Gordon's Festive Punch is a delightful concoction of Gordon's gin and star anise infused apple juice or soak in the Christmas spirit with Doctor Toddy served hot with spice infused apple juice, brandy and honey.</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><amp-img src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover3_010418062954.jpg" alt="" height="425" width="650" class="" layout="responsive"></amp-img>Photo: Mandar Deodhar</div></p><p><b>At</b> 8th Floor, Konark Icon, Mundhwa - Kharadi Road, Near Magarpatta</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><amp-img src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover6_010418062954.jpg" alt="" height="425" width="650" class="" layout="responsive"></amp-img>Blades of Glory Museum. Photo: Danesh Jassawala</div></p><p><b>Hall of fame</b></p><p>Pune is home to several museums but in keeping with the current cricket mood with the ongoing series in South Africa, explore the city's only museum dedicated to cricket. The Blades of Glory is dedicated entirely to cricket with bats autographed by leading Indian and international players, t-shirts worn in different matches and some memoir from almost every noted cricketer. For fans of Sachin Tendulkar, the museum by city-based businessman and former club cricketer Rohan Pate has an entire room dedicated to the cricketer.</p><p>Take a Tour The Legends' Room has memorabilia by all the cricketing veterans. The collection even has a golden bat signed by Don Bradman. A proponent of the fiveday format of the sport, Pate plans to use the funds collected through the Rs 50 entry fee to fund budding cricketers.</p><p><b>At</b> 3rd Floor, Govind Gaurav Apartment C Swanand, Parvati Paytha</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><amp-img src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover5_010418062954.jpg" alt="" height="425" width="650" class="" layout="responsive"></amp-img></div></p><p><b>Stage act</b></p><p>Skip the outdoors and enjoy the arts ensconced in the cozy auditoriums as you watch plays and skits staged by some of the city's leading theatre groups. The newly launched Abracadabra, which curates English plays, has a series of events lined up for the season. They kickstarted the season with the Exchange Student, a play on an expat student, and followed it up with a storytelling session on Christmas tales from around the world. The hugely popular Bharatiya Digital Party, which is giving stand-up comedy a touch of Marathi, has offline live comic acts that are a rage with the youth. If you want to learn the nuances of emoting and dialogue delivery, city theatre group, Swatantra Theatre, known for taking celebrated authors and social issues to the stage, has a children's winter workshop.</p><p><b>Details </b>swatantratheatre.com</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><amp-img src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover7_010418062954.jpg" alt="" height="425" width="650" class="" layout="responsive"></amp-img> Photo: Mandar Deodhar</div></p><p><b>Escape route</b></p><p>Take a break without meeting the holidaymakers at tourist destinations by checking into a city hotel for an in-the-city vacation. Nestled in a leafy lane of Koregaon Park, Marriott Suites offers the experience of a home but without the tasks of managing a household. They have fully serviced suites that come equipped with a kitchen, washer, dryer, entertainment options and an ergonomic work space just in case you have to send out those last few year-end mails. Take a walk in their gardens, enjoy the morning chill in your private balcony as the service staff brings you piping hot delicacies from their restaurants-the Italian Sorriso or the multi-cuisine Senses-or rejuvenate yourself at the spa. Try their body scrubs and hydrating facials that will pamper your winter-beaten skin.</p><p><b>Price</b> Starts at Rs 6,500</p><p><b>At </b>Marriott Suites, Koregaon Park</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><amp-img src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover8_010418062954.jpg" alt="" height="425" width="650" class="" layout="responsive"></amp-img> The trek to Harishchandragarh. Photo: Shutter Stock</div></p><p><b>Adrenaline rush</b></p><p>With the mercury dropping to around 10 degrees celsius at night and a cool breeze blowing through a sunny day, the winters are often the best time to head for a trek. The Sahyadri ranges around Pune offer a variety of forts and peaks for those who want a dose of adventure away from the routine. Among the easiest is Rajmachi near Lonavala where you can visit a village and walk through thick woods amidst fog. For those who want a challenge, Harishchandragadh, at 135 km from the city, is a fairly tough walk up and offers stunning views of the countryside from the Konkan Kada look out. Closer home, walk up to Sinhagad, the scene of the famous Battle of Sinhagad during the Maratha era, where trekkers often stop by for piping hot pakodas, zunka-bhakri and tea. Pune has numerous trekking groups that plan night treks if you want to do some star gazing under a clear sky on a cold night.</p><p>Distance from Pune Sinhagad is 37 km away and Harishchandragadh is 135 km away </p><p><b>Details</b> punetrekkers.com</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><amp-img src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover9_010418062954.jpg" alt="" height="425" width="650" class="" layout="responsive"></amp-img></div></p><p><b>Feeling Spa-cial</b></p><p>Hydrate your skin with moisturising facials and body wraps that will relax you in a cocoon of warmth. Mud wraps, chocolate and honey scrubs and warm oil massages are a favourite of the season to replenish natural moisture in the skin. If you're looking for a refreshing spa break, head to Atmantan, a luxury wellness resort nestled in the hills at Mulshi. The Spa Life package is a decadent combination of massages with decoctions made with aromatherapy, herbs, minerals and clays, personalised spa cuisine, a dip in the temperature controlled pool, fitness session and long walks in the crisp winter air. If you want to be closer to home, the Heavenly Spa at Westin offers an array of nourishing body treatments using chocolate and honey.</p><p><b>Price </b>Packages start at Rs 75,000 for three nights</p><p><b>At</b> atmantan.com</p><div id="tab-link-wrapper-plugin"><div class="authors__container"><div class="authors__by"><div class="authlable">Published By: </div><div class="authdetaisl">AtMigration </div></div><div class="published__on"><div class="authlable">Published On: </div><div class="authdetaisl">Jan 15, 2018</div></div></div><div class="sendros">--- ENDS ---</div></div>

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<p><b>Tea Time</b></p><p>What could be more comforting than spending a winter afternoon sipping tea with friends? The just opened Bombay Brasserie has thoughtfully put together an extensive tea menu for those who prefer to skip caffeine. With sunlight filtering in through the tall glass windows and an eclectic vibrant decor, the restaurant is a great place to curl up with a book and tea or catch up with friends while the mercury dips. On the menu is tea inspired by different corners of the country-the Bombay Monsoon Chai which is reminiscent of the ginger-infused cutting chai in Mumbai monsoon; the Hyderabad-inspired Charminar Chai brewed with spices and lemon or the cardamomflavoured milky tea of Delhi's bustling Chandni Chowk.</p><p>Test the Tea If you are in the mood to test your taste buds, go for the Temple tea brewed with fine gunpowder green tea rolled into pellets and Chili Romance, a spicy cum fruity brew made with green sencha tea, and flavoured with red and white peppercorns, red currants, ginger, raspberries and strawberries.</p><p><b>At </b>The Bombay Brasserie, Nitesh Hub Mall, North Main Road, Koregaon Park</p><div class="itemcenter"><iframe scrolling="no" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" width="100%" height="62" awidth="320" aheight="62" amplayout="fixed" src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Findiatoday%2Fbanner%2Fpreferred-source-new.html%3Fv%3D1.014" class="preferred-source-banner" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><style>.preferred-source-banner{  margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom:10px;}</style><div class="itg-mosimage"><div class="itgimage"><img  title=""  class="" alt="" src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover1_010418062954.jpg" loading="lazy" /></div>Photo: Sara Soda Restaurant</div></p><p><b>Food for the soul</b></p><p>If you love the sea and sand but not the sun, head to the pristine beaches of Konkan this winter. A far cry from the bustling beaches of Goa, the tranquil countryside of Konkan is for those who want a quiet getaway amidst nature. Culture Aangan helps travellers curate experiences with homestays, cultural events, local food and workshops that give you a peek into the natural and cultural heritage of the place. At an eight hour's drive from the city, Sindhudurg offers travellers an array of experiences-you can laze on the pristine beaches, take a dip in blue waters, discover waterfalls, enjoy a boat ride along the lagoons with dolphins, cycle through the villages and savour local seafood.</p><p><b>Details </b>cultureaangan.com</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><div class="itgimage"><img  title=""  class="" alt="" src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover4_010418062954.jpg" loading="lazy" /></div>The Flour Works. Photo: Mandar Deodhar</div></p><p><b>Winter flavours</b></p><p>Dig into the flavours of the season as city chefs are bringing in seasonal vegetables and fruits and Christmas menus to the platter. At The Flour Works, the popular international cuisine cafe at Kalyaninagar, with a new outlet in Salunke Vihar, the menu features winter fare with hearty soups, meat-heavy dishes and seasonal fruits. Try their minted pea soup, a spinach and coconut and shrimp soup which is sure to warm the heart. The pasta with seafood and saffron sauce and the smoked chicken breast with pea puree and thyme jus are a good pick for the weather and the desserts feature raspberry, passion fruit and chocolate.</p><p>Oriental Flavours Shizusan's chefs are whipping up festive winter favourites such as Singaporean char kway teow and black-pepper crab, a crunchy avocado roll, pulled jackfruit bao, Japanese crispy prawns tossed in wasabi mayo and a hearty Burmese bamma curry with warming flavours of lemongrass and galangal and lobster in miso chilli butter sauce.</p><p>World on a Plate Sara Soda's Xmas menu features Ethiopian okra soup, seafood broth, spicy Goan crab and sherry wine cream sizzlers.</p><p><b>At</b> The Flour Works, Commercial 3, Nirvana, North Avenue, Kalyani Nagar; Shizusan, Phoenix Market City; Sara Soda, Mohammed Wadi</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><div class="itgimage"><img  title=""  class="" alt="" src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover2_010418062954.jpg" loading="lazy" /></div>Photo: Mandar Deodhar</div></p><p><b>High spirits</b></p><p>Alcohol spiked winter time drinks at a breezy rooftop lounge--that's what adds charm to the brief winters in the city. Wear your pullover and head to Altitude Air Lounge where bartender Tushar Sahasrabuddhe whips up delicious drinks. Try their Bailey's Hot chocolate, a boozy take on the all-time favourite hot chocolate or the festive menu of a Johnnie Walker drink infused with ginger. The Gordon's Festive Punch is a delightful concoction of Gordon's gin and star anise infused apple juice or soak in the Christmas spirit with Doctor Toddy served hot with spice infused apple juice, brandy and honey.</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><div class="itgimage"><img  title=""  class="" alt="" src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover3_010418062954.jpg" loading="lazy" /></div>Photo: Mandar Deodhar</div></p><p><b>At</b> 8th Floor, Konark Icon, Mundhwa - Kharadi Road, Near Magarpatta</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><div class="itgimage"><img  title=""  class="" alt="" src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover6_010418062954.jpg" loading="lazy" /></div>Blades of Glory Museum. Photo: Danesh Jassawala</div></p><p><b>Hall of fame</b></p><p>Pune is home to several museums but in keeping with the current cricket mood with the ongoing series in South Africa, explore the city's only museum dedicated to cricket. The Blades of Glory is dedicated entirely to cricket with bats autographed by leading Indian and international players, t-shirts worn in different matches and some memoir from almost every noted cricketer. For fans of Sachin Tendulkar, the museum by city-based businessman and former club cricketer Rohan Pate has an entire room dedicated to the cricketer.</p><p>Take a Tour The Legends' Room has memorabilia by all the cricketing veterans. The collection even has a golden bat signed by Don Bradman. A proponent of the fiveday format of the sport, Pate plans to use the funds collected through the Rs 50 entry fee to fund budding cricketers.</p><p><b>At</b> 3rd Floor, Govind Gaurav Apartment C Swanand, Parvati Paytha</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><div class="itgimage"><img  title=""  class="" alt="" src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover5_010418062954.jpg" loading="lazy" /></div></div></p><p><b>Stage act</b></p><p>Skip the outdoors and enjoy the arts ensconced in the cozy auditoriums as you watch plays and skits staged by some of the city's leading theatre groups. The newly launched Abracadabra, which curates English plays, has a series of events lined up for the season. They kickstarted the season with the Exchange Student, a play on an expat student, and followed it up with a storytelling session on Christmas tales from around the world. The hugely popular Bharatiya Digital Party, which is giving stand-up comedy a touch of Marathi, has offline live comic acts that are a rage with the youth. If you want to learn the nuances of emoting and dialogue delivery, city theatre group, Swatantra Theatre, known for taking celebrated authors and social issues to the stage, has a children's winter workshop.</p><p><b>Details </b>swatantratheatre.com</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><div class="itgimage"><img  title=""  class="" alt="" src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover7_010418062954.jpg" loading="lazy" /></div> Photo: Mandar Deodhar</div></p><p><b>Escape route</b></p><p>Take a break without meeting the holidaymakers at tourist destinations by checking into a city hotel for an in-the-city vacation. Nestled in a leafy lane of Koregaon Park, Marriott Suites offers the experience of a home but without the tasks of managing a household. They have fully serviced suites that come equipped with a kitchen, washer, dryer, entertainment options and an ergonomic work space just in case you have to send out those last few year-end mails. Take a walk in their gardens, enjoy the morning chill in your private balcony as the service staff brings you piping hot delicacies from their restaurants-the Italian Sorriso or the multi-cuisine Senses-or rejuvenate yourself at the spa. Try their body scrubs and hydrating facials that will pamper your winter-beaten skin.</p><p><b>Price</b> Starts at Rs 6,500</p><p><b>At </b>Marriott Suites, Koregaon Park</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><div class="itgimage"><img  title=""  class="" alt="" src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover8_010418062954.jpg" loading="lazy" /></div> The trek to Harishchandragarh. Photo: Shutter Stock</div></p><p><b>Adrenaline rush</b></p><p>With the mercury dropping to around 10 degrees celsius at night and a cool breeze blowing through a sunny day, the winters are often the best time to head for a trek. The Sahyadri ranges around Pune offer a variety of forts and peaks for those who want a dose of adventure away from the routine. Among the easiest is Rajmachi near Lonavala where you can visit a village and walk through thick woods amidst fog. For those who want a challenge, Harishchandragadh, at 135 km from the city, is a fairly tough walk up and offers stunning views of the countryside from the Konkan Kada look out. Closer home, walk up to Sinhagad, the scene of the famous Battle of Sinhagad during the Maratha era, where trekkers often stop by for piping hot pakodas, zunka-bhakri and tea. Pune has numerous trekking groups that plan night treks if you want to do some star gazing under a clear sky on a cold night.</p><p>Distance from Pune Sinhagad is 37 km away and Harishchandragadh is 135 km away </p><p><b>Details</b> punetrekkers.com</p><div class="itg-mosimage"><div class="itgimage"><img  title=""  class="" alt="" src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F2018January%2Fcover9_010418062954.jpg" loading="lazy" /></div></div></p><p><b>Feeling Spa-cial</b></p><p>Hydrate your skin with moisturising facials and body wraps that will relax you in a cocoon of warmth. Mud wraps, chocolate and honey scrubs and warm oil massages are a favourite of the season to replenish natural moisture in the skin. If you're looking for a refreshing spa break, head to Atmantan, a luxury wellness resort nestled in the hills at Mulshi. The Spa Life package is a decadent combination of massages with decoctions made with aromatherapy, herbs, minerals and clays, personalised spa cuisine, a dip in the temperature controlled pool, fitness session and long walks in the crisp winter air. If you want to be closer to home, the Heavenly Spa at Westin offers an array of nourishing body treatments using chocolate and honey.</p><p><b>Price </b>Packages start at Rs 75,000 for three nights</p><p><b>At</b> atmantan.com</p><div id="tab-link-wrapper-plugin"><div class="authors__container"><div class="authors__by"><div class="authlable">Published By: </div><div class="authdetaisl">AtMigration </div></div><div class="published__on"><div class="authlable">Published On: </div><div class="authdetaisl">Jan 15, 2018</div></div></div><div class="sendros">--- ENDS ---</div></div>

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In this Special Report, we focus on the retirement of veteran NASA astronaut Sunita Williams after an illustrious 27-year career. Speaking in New Delhi, Williams described her visit to India as a 'homecoming', reflecting on her deep personal ties to the country where her father was born. During an interactive session, she shared profound life lessons from her time aboard the International Space Station, noting, 'Every person I know is there. Every animal, every plant, everything we know is there, and we're all on this one planet.' Williams, who completed three missions and set multiple human spaceflight records, emphasized how viewing Earth from orbit changes one's perception of global differences. The retired astronaut also met with the family of late fellow astronaut Kalpana Chawla during her stay in the national capital. The programme highlights her historic contributions to space exploration and her reflections on humanity's shared home.

Sunita Williams: Being In India Is Homecoming

Sunita Williams retires from Nasa after 27 years, calls India visit a 'homecoming'

This report highlights a major embarrassment for Pakistan's Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, who inaugurated an unauthorised Pizza Hut outlet in his constituency of Sialkot.

Khwaja Asif Inaugurates Fake Pizza Hut

Khawaja Asif faces ridicule after inaugurating fake Pizza Hut outlet in Sialkot

In this India Today special report, anchor Aishwarya and correspondent Pranay Upadhyay discuss a security scare involving Donald Trump’s aircraft. Air Force One was forced to return to Joint Base Andrews shortly after take-off due to a technical snag in the electrical unit. Pranay Upadhyay noted, 'The security team of President Donald Trump did not want to take any chance with the President's aircraft,' leading to the decision to switch planes. Trump, who was en route to Davos, Switzerland, had to board a backup aircraft to continue his journey. The report highlights that the current VC-25A Boeing 747-200B has been in service since 1990 and is approximately 35 years old. While the aircraft is heavily modified and maintained, a new replacement is not expected until 2027. The return was described as a precautionary measure following the discovery of the minor electrical fault by the crew.

Donald Trumps Air Force One Scare: Technical Snag Forces Return

Donald Trump's Air Force One forced to return to base after technical snag

In this Special Report, the focus is on the crash of an Indian Air Force (IAF) microlight aircraft in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The aircraft was on a routine training sortie when it crash-landed in a local pond. Reporter Shivani Sharma confirms that 'both the pilots are safe, they've been recovered' and are currently out of danger. Images from the site show the wreckage of the aircraft submerged in the water body. While the exact cause of the incident remains unclear, a court of inquiry has been ordered to investigate potential technical malfunctions or other circumstances leading to the crash. The aircraft, typically used for training and surveillance, was performing a standard exercise at the time of the accident. Authorities have secured the area as the investigation begins to determine the sequence of events that led to the emergency landing.

IAF microlight aircraft crashes in Prayagraj, both pilots safe

In an exclusive interview with India Today’s Bhavna Agarwal, actor Sophie Turner was joined by her co-star Archie Madekwe, who spoke about their love for India, RRR and more. 

Sophie Turner India Today Exclusive on India, RRR, Steal. Credit: Prime Video

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