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The India Today Best Colleges Survey has kept up its standing as the country’s most credible, dependable and exhaustive ranking of institutions of higher learning for over a quarter century. We offer you the 2023 edition—the 27th overall—at a time of intense transitions in education. There is today an urgent need for educational institutions to adapt to the rapidly changing world of human knowledge. For instance, artificial intelligence is creating new paradigms in every field of endeavour. Institutions have to pay heed to the new demands of the marketplace of jobs. Indian colleges have a wide range in the quality of education and facilities they offer. The good news is, there is a constant effort towards improvement as the demand for quality education continues to grow exponentially. Undoubtedly, the sheer…

With more than 4,500 students on its rolls, Hindu College of the University of Delhi is known for its academic excellence as well as its vibrant extracurricular life. The college houses more than 60 student clubs and societies that address a variety of interests ranging from the arts, dance, painting, debate and discussion, quizzing, research and entrepreneurship. It also has a unique parliamentary system. The Parliament of the Republic of Hindu College is a one-of-its-kind democratic body of students and staff responsible for the extracurricular activities in the college. Established in 1899, Hindu College completes 124 years of its existence this year, and is driven by its new motto of ‘Steered by the past, moulding the future’. The most sought-after institution for humanities, it offers 19 undergraduate courses in various…

In the era of globalization, digital connectivity in the whole world has put forward new challenges regarding the educational system of the country. The old educational system seems to be tied in the barrier of languages, in such a situation it is necessary to develop a global education system. Different states are making efforts in this regard at their own level, but a revolutionary change is going on in Chhattisgarh regarding the education system. Here now government schools and colleges are seen equipped with world class facilities. The result of positive changes in the education system is also being reflected in the personality of the students and their ability to learn and understand. Now a different confidence is visible on the faces of the students here. SWAMI ATMANAND SCHOOLS BROUGHT…

Among the top 50 institutions in the world for engineering and technology education as per the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has kept its game razor-sharp by finding the perfect sync between industry-oriented innovation and pure research fundamentals. Set up in 1961, IIT Delhi has always believed in inculcating a strong entrepreneurial mindset in its students and training them to think out of the box. This is what has enabled the institute to become an education brand known around the world, incubating the best minds and putting them out in time to harvest all technology-led revolutions of recent decades. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, research and continuing education professional programmes across subjects—its Engineering courses are the most iconic, of course, but Physical Sciences…

The Department of Architecture and Planning at IIT Roorkee was set up in 1956 and is one of the oldest to offer the BArch degree in the country. The department currently has 164 students doing BArch, 50 in the master's programme and 117 students carrying out doctoral research. Backed by strong institutional support, a highly skilled faculty and a student community known for their creativity, the entire ecosystem is now geared to adapt to the latest advances in technology. Says IIT Roorkee director Prof. K.K. Pant, “The department of architecture and planning at IIT Roorkee has an unwavering commitment to shaping the future of architectural education and practice in India. With a rich history of over 65 years behind it, the department has earned a strong reputation for providing high quality…

The academic year 2022-23 was one of many highs at the Institute of Hotel Management, Catering and Nutrition (IHM), Pusa, New Delhi. The institute saw placements of 92 per cent, a function of the fact that the campus placement sessions at this top institution in hospitality education were attended by top hotel chains and around 50 companies from different sectors such as retail, customer relations, sales, marketing and airlines. For the first time, the Boston Consulting Group also visited the campus. IHM Pusa was established in 1962, and comes under the aegis of the Union ministry of tourism, government of India. Its undergraduate, post-graduate and trade diploma level courses are considered to be the best in the industry, and at present, the institute offers five courses—B.Sc. in Hotel and Hospitality…

AT Mumbai's Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), “making a difference” is not a statement that’s made flippantly—it is something that’s etched in the ethos of every student that makes the cut at the esteemed institute. It’s their dream. And at TISS, they learn to make it a reality. It’s this sentiment that brought Rounak Gaikwad, 25, formerly a student of hotel management, to TISS. Gaikwad was running a cloud kitchen in Nagpur when he felt a strong desire to “give back to society”. And what better place than TISS, which has topped INDIA TODAY’S best colleges survey for the last decade, to pursue it. A student of the School of Social Work’s [SoSW] Dalit and Tribal Studies and Action programme, Gaikwad recently got an opportunity to make a tiny…

Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology (GRIET), established in 1997 under the patronage of the Gokaraju Rangaraju Educational Society, is an AICTE approved and permanently affiliated college with UGC Autonomous status under JNTUH, Hyderabad. Following its mission to achieve and impart quality education with an emphasis on practical skills and social relevance, GRIET's endeavor has been to create a conducive teaching learning environment supported by qualified staff from academia and industry, infrastructure and support facilities. It offers nine UG programmes in BTech and six PG programmes in MTech. 06 BTech programmes and 05 PG programmes are accredited by NBA. The institute is accredited by NAAC with'A++' grade. GRIET is one of the few private engineering colleges to be selected for World Bank's TEQIP-II grant. GRIET is ranked amongst 101-150…

Ranking is based on Objective data & Perceptual Survey data Only those Colleges which submitted their objective data on time have been ranked. Only those colleges which fulfilled the below criteria were considered eligible for participation in ranking: i. Minimum three batches passed out ii. Offering full-time Under Graduate (UG) programme All scores have been rounded off to one decimal place; this may result in rounding off errors while adding the parameter-wise score Those colleges not ranked during Perceptual Survey have got 0.0 marks in Perceptual Score For the full ranking of the 1,715 colleges and their comparative analysis, go to https://bestcolleges.indiatoday.in…

SILVER LINING House of Popli, known for semi-precious jewellery has forayed into homeware with Centreshelf, a new gifting and home decor brand. From stunning centrepieces and tableware to bar accessories, most designs use semi-precious stones and resin mixed with brass and copper. They can also customise the pieces. PRICE ₹1,500 onwards AT Popli Art Gallery, Colaba, Mumbai CUSHION THE BLOW If you liked their carpets, you are going to love their cushions. OBEETEE Carpets has launched Gypsy Oasis cushion collection made from sustainable materials, including Panipat cotton and a combination of natural wool and cotton in equal proportions. The range is a celebration of the Romani people’s cultural heritage, while drawing a design inspiration from Indian embroidery. PRICE ₹1,850 AT www.obeetee.in THE FRENCH CONNECTION Wine and dine in style. Titled…

Launched in 2018 by sisters Vatsala and Vedika Chopra as a way to revive a slower way of life and responsible living, Veaves is now repository of amazing designs on diffident fabrics. “Veaves becomes a vessel for weaving captivating stories that intertwine the journeys of the creators, the products, and the customers who embrace them, transcending geographical boundaries,” says Vedika. The duo believes that Veaves is more than just a brand—it is a gateway to a world where tales are spun with every warp and weft. “We invite you to join us on this enchanting journey, where the loom becomes a vessel for stories that honour heritage, elevate artistry, and connect souls across the vast tapestry of humanity,” she adds. USP “With every thread we meticulously select, every artisan we…

After gaining a strong foothold in the international market for her export business called Fashion Accessories, Chandrika Thatai formally launched the FA Home store this year in DLF Camellias, Gurgaon. Taking off from where her fashion textiles ended, the brand is an extension for discerning customers who want haute homes. USP “To curate fine home textile products that are environmentally friendly. A bespoke luxury that’s personalised to match one’s home and appealing to the ones with an eye for something special,” says Thatai. BUY THIS Bedsheets, bedcovers, cushion covers, pillow covers, runners, mats and napkin sets. Don’t miss the ‘Create your Own’ service that allows you to embellish products with your name or initials. WHAT’S NEXT To add to their repertoire of custom made, 100 per cent sustainable designs. PRICE…

The guilt of picking up Indie home decor items from stores overseas and realising Indian artisans do not get their due, led Neha Jhunjhunwala to start Onset in 2008, but she shut shop in 2014. Then in 2021 when she felt ready with a more in-depth approach to handcrafted artisanal products, she launched Onset Homes. “The brand was named by my mom. Her thought was the Onset, the start of something new, something precious, something beautiful,” she adds. USP “We are an artisanal soft furnishing brand that’s devoted to empowering the force that drives us—our karigars. We believe that local is beautiful. With our colour coordinated collections, we bring to you the elements of the world in a myriad of hues, patterns and textures,” says Jhunjhunwala. BUY THIS Cushion covers, throws…

Tucked away in the serenity of North Goa, this 1,500 sq ft, holiday villa is conceptualised in a modern Balinese theme. The brief was to maintain a casual, breezy vibe that spells vacation, yet design a home-away-from-home. The tropical vibe of Goa, with its sandy beaches and lanes lined with trees, instantly led us to choosing a Balinese design style. Balinese interior design incorporates the outdoors like no other—warm, earthy colours, rich tropical foliage within spaces and the most beautiful blend of wood, stone and cane. All about balance, Balinese spaces are a seamless amalgamation of the outdoors and indoors. The property has an open floor layout and an entrance flooded with natural light, which made it easier for us to incorporate this style of design. Without being too busy,…

IT came without much fanfare, for a move destined to radically transform the college admission process in the country. The Covid-19 pandemic had already brought about another revolution—the leapfrogging to online education. In the post-Covid world, the University Grants Commission, the apex governing body of higher education institutes in the country, ushered in a change called CUET in the summer of 2022. An acronym for the Common University Entrance Test, it sought to test the conceptual learning of a student and their ability to think logically rather than the rote output that got them the marks but not the understanding. Conducted by the National Testing Agency, the outcome of the selection test would become the criteria for admission to undergraduate courses in central universities and other participating institutions. The shadow…

It takes hard work, academic excellence and a will to experiment and think out-of-the-box for any educational institution to top the ranks consistently. More so, when the higher education field in the country is getting more and more competitive year after year. For Hindu College, University of Delhi, it seems more the norm than the exception to figure right on top of the toppers chart. There is a different energy on the campus and in the classrooms in this post-pandemic period with faculty and students working together in perfect symphony. The faculty gives their best in instilling enterprise in the students, and that shows in the number of collaborations, research initiatives and tie-ups. The college is one of the most sought-after institutions in the University of Delhi, and gets the…

IN 2022, Keerthi Teja from Andhra Pradesh aced the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (or NEET), securing for himself a seat at the medical college of his choice—the coveted All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. After nearly a year at the institute, the MBBS student says the reality is even better than what he had expected. “Studying here is not at all stressful,” says Teja, “and the learning and research opportunities are unmatched.” And what’s more, “the cultural diversity among both students and faculty has helped me develop my personality, while the diversity among patients is helping me improve my medical skills”. As most students and alumni would agree, what distinguishes AIIMS from other medical institutes is the fact that it is constantly evolving. The field of medicine is no…

IF there’s one institute in the private sector that has been consistently rated at par with top IITs in quality engineering education, it’s BITS Pilani, as the snazzy acronym goes for the Birla Institute of Technology and Science. When the iconic industrialist G.D. Birla started a small school in his native district back in the early 1900s, he had already dreamt of a centre of excellence in this arid northeast of Rajasthan. The institute gradually grew into a set of colleges for higher education, offering courses from Humanities to Engineering until 1964, when all these institutions amalgamated to take the shape we know today: a unique deemed-to-be university of international standing. In its formative years itself, BITS Pilani tied up with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Boston, USA. It also adopted…

Expansion has been the watchword at the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) this past year. The institute will begin its new academic year in July with 1,200 students, twice the headcount it had in 2019 when it embarked on a roadmap of growth. That, inevitably, has called for a proportional increase in every other sphere—faculty strength, for instance, is now 68, compared to 45 a year ago. But for India’s premier law institute, this is still just the halfway mark. “Our projected growth plan is that, by 2028, we will reach the maximum number of students, between 2,200 and 2,400. It will be double what we are in July 2023,” says vice-chancellor Prof. Sudhir Krishnaswamy. This pace of growth is radically different from what NLSIU has been used…

Emerging from the shadows of Covid-19 pandemic, Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies (SSCBS), New Delhi, has hit the ground running. In the 2022-23 academic year, it successfully rolled out four-year undergraduate courses with multiple entry and exit points, in line with the National Education Policy 2020. Meanwhile, its students have been winning accolades at both global and national fora—global winners at the Better Working World Data Challenge 2022 (EY & Microsoft), ranked third at the Harvard Global Case Competition 2023 and the Indonesia Investment Banking Competition 2022, besides national winners at the Flagship Case Competition 2022 (IIMA) to list a few. Established in 1987 as a constituent college of the University of Delhi to serve as a pioneer in undergraduate management education, the SSCBS has come a long way.…

In a country as multifaceted as India, fashion is as much an expression of the self as it is a reflection of the social milieu we inhabit. It is deeply personal, and yet, a mirror unto itself of a nation’s aspirations, its history and identity. Perhaps that’s the reason why, say, a humble dhoti never goes out of style, or the ever-so-elegant sari keeps seeing pretty modern iterations every so often. Set up in 1986, the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), New Delhi, is acutely aware of the sheer diversity and scope for experimentation India offers when it comes to fashion, and has consistently tried to expand the boundaries of the industry. It has done so by marrying knowledge with traditional arts, contemporary thought, and innovations in design and…

Q. Of all your many books, A Suitable Boy is certainly among those that have endured in the reading imagination. What would you attribute its timeless appeal to—the plot, the characters, the sheer sweep of the story, the fact that it is the great Indian novel? Let’s leave ‘timeless’ and ‘great’ out of this. A Suitable Boy will have to endure for a good deal longer than 30 years to merit that. But, yes, the book has remained popular—far longer than I expected. I think (at least from what readers tell me) that it’s the characters who do it, especially the affectionate but all-encompassing Mrs Rupa Mehra, who was based on my own Nani, one of the three dedicatees of the book (the other two are my parents). As for…

The AI collectibles There’s something to be said about being India’s international carrier, one whose first-class ticket was considered the epitome of one’s career having taken off and status having arrived, even before the journey commenced! So many decades later, the country’s antique shops and flea markets are awash with Air India nostalgia, be it valuable memorabilia like stunning scarves vibrant with celestial motifs, compilations of Indian classical music on vinyl, stylish travel bags and vanity cases, commemorative coins, or all manner of branded tchotchkes such as glass trays, calendars, passport covers, etc. The sensational Salvador Dalí ashtrays: Air India buffs even today remember the buzz created by these ashtrays back in the late 1960s. Getting Salvador Dalí to create a one-of-a-kind objet d’art for Air India was a real…

Started in 2019, Craft and Kar is an amalgamation of two words, craft and karigars (artisans). “It stems from the idea that our artisans are the soul of our brand, using their indispensable skills to hand stitch, handblocked and hand weave each piece,” says Akash Gulati. The word Craft was added to the brand later to pay homage to the fabrics and indigenous techniques from all corners of our country. “As founders, we are constantly expanding our production capabilities is all regions, constantly discovering new techniques that we can incorporate into the brand,” he says. USP “Our monochromatic and minimalistic design, using both Indian handwoven fabrics and traditional Indian techniques, stands out,” says Jessica Marwah. BUY THIS They retail cushion covers, throw blankets, bedcovers and table linen. WHAT’S NEXT The…

SanSar Home was conceived in 2020 during the lockdown. “I come from an entrepreneurial family where all our conversations have revolved around the family textile business. Even our holidays involved visits to different textile fairs and exhibitions, and there was constant chatter around fabrics, innovations and machines,” says Sarah Arora. Interestingly, all her products are manufactured using a zero-waste philosophy and she trains and encourages women from less privileged backgrounds to acquire new skills. USP “All our products are made from upcycled materials or organic fabric, made with purity and love for women from less privileged backgrounds,” says Arora. BUY THIS Their range comprises cushions and table linen (coasters, place mats and table runners) as well as pouches and poufs. WHAT’S NEXT After the success of Kaleidoscope, a cushion collection,…

If you want your home to go from cosy to inviting in a matter of minutes, turn to Asian Paints. They recently launched the Beautiful Homes Studio in Chennai and their Soft Decor Collection 2033. Here are five takeaways from the stunning new showroom. 1 Spread over 17,000 sq ft, the six-floor store has an eye-catching terrace cafe. 2 You are truly spoilt for choice here with a variety of furniture, lighting, and decor. A key highlight happens to be the materials used, including premium European wood and luxurious Italian leather. 3 There’s a mix of local and global fare available. European luxury brands such as the Sanderson Design Group, GPJ & Baker, 1838, and more would definitely appease the discerning customer. 4 With the new store, the brand has…

Right from its founding by philanthropist-industrialist Sir Shri Ram in 1926, SRCC has remained a leader in its field. Students who secure a seat here have an edge over competitors for an entry into the corporate world. “A degree from here is a gateway to greater ventures,” says Simrit Kaur, principal, Shri Ram College of Commerce. For renewed focus on their area of expertise, the college has come up with a five-fold framework—erudition, enrichment, expansion, empowerment and environment. Erudition has long been a tradition here, propelled by a drive to integrate new paradigms in academics. A large number of books for nearly all subjects in commerce have been written by faculty members. This kind of open and democratic engagement of thought and expression leads to students developing a keen appreciation…

For Sabhya Sharma, a third-year student of the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) programme at the Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences (MAIDS) in New Delhi, the confidence in his skills is a result of his experience on the campus. Last year, the institute treated a whopping 400,000 patients. “We start seeing patients from the third year itself after formal training. That is helpful, as by the time you graduate, you have hands-on training. I also like the structured approach to learning—we have a mandatory one-year internship in the college itself and, from the third year, we are posted in each and every department, so you learn many skill-sets before deciding which one really appeals to you,” says Sharma. Alumni, too, speak highly of the exposure MAIDS offers. “Meeting so many…

India is one of the fastest-growing economies globally. Rapid digitisation in a short span of time has further boosted India's ambitions to become a knowledge economy. India's robust education system has been strengthened further with the formulation of the National Education policy 2020. The higher education system in India has exhibited impressive growth thanks to the significant increase in the number of private universities. With the number of students enrolling in private universities growing every year, the Indian education system is challenging the global standards of excellence at a rapid pace. Private universities play a significant role in transforming the higher education landscape in India given their commitment to upholding and maintaining the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethical values. Some of the top private Universities topping the chart…

For the Delhi centre of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), set up in 1965 under the Union ministry of information and broadcasting to train communication professionals, excellence is a habit. The premier institute has remained at the top of the mass communication stream in INDIA TODAY’s Best Colleges survey for the past six years. That’s not without a reason. Though it offers a nine-monthlong post-graduate diploma in six courses, students from IIMC are the most sought-after in the com- munication industry for the rigorous training they receive in those months. IIMC’s impressive placement records over the years bear testimony to this. This year, more than 50 media houses, including the Times of India, INDIA TODAY and Business Standard groups, have already registered for the campus recruitment scheduled in July.…

The information kiosk at the reception area, the online notice board, the conference room schedules and even a part of the admission process at Christ (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru—all use apps developed by students pursuing the three-year Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) course at its Department of Computer Science. Established in 1990, the department today leaves its digital mark across the bustling campus. “A lot of students are now keen on developing mobile applications,” says Dr Ashok Immanuel V., head of the department, sharing how during a recent National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) visit, the usual PowerPoint presentations and booklets were replaced with a tablet that had a preloaded app developed by three BCA students. “We even offered the app to other departments,” says Immanuel. “This was an important…

EPICS is a course that aims to enhance engineering education by engaging students in real-world projects that address community needs. EPICS not only focuses on community service, but also fosters innovation, incubation, and start-up culture in Higher Education Institutions (HEil in several ways. By engaging in community service, students develop a sense of social responsibility and an understanding of the broader impact of their decisions through the application of engineering Skills and Knowledge. They also gain exposure to diverse perspectives and needs, which can inspire them to create innovative solutions for various challenges. Some examples of community service projects include building sustainable infrastructure, designing assistive technologies, or improving energy efficiency. EPICS emphasizes the use of design thinking methodologies to approach problem-solving in a creative and empathetic way. Design thinking helps…

The rich folk culture of the Narmada region produced an astonishing array of poets and writers. Vinod Kumar Shukla, currently the toast of Hindi poetry, is from Raipur in Chhattisgarh. Nearby Bilaspur is where Shrikant Verma was born in 1931. His verse had the ready lyricism of the regional idiom. Verma was an exception, however, in several ways. A successful journalist in the 1960s, he became an MP in 1976, during the Emergency, and was a close advisor to Indira Gandhi. Verma’s catchy slogans helped revive her political career. Yet, the Narmada inside Verma did not dry up on the banks of the Yamuna. His last major compilation of poems in 1984 was titled Magadh; he died of cancer two years later. The poems are a majestic assault on political…

Q. Two biopics on Amar Singh Chamkila, both starring you…. How are they different? Jodi, in Punjabi, was a theatrical release. Chamkila is for Netflix, so the canvas is different. Jodi’s audience knew Chamkila well. So the emphasis was to portray the person behind the greatest star of Punjabi music. In Imtiaz sir’s adaptation, the effort is also towards letting people know who Chamkila was. As an artist, I couldn’t have asked for more—getting two opportunities to pay tribute to such a fantastic artist. Q. Music is the backbone of both movies—and your ideal zone to be in… Oh, yes! I couldn’t have been luckier. I had fun doing these projects…. As an artist, I couldn’t have asked for better platforms to polish my singing and acting. And, more importantly,…

Furnishings today play an understated yet pertinent role in the design scheme. Customers are now more experimental and receptive to designs that move away from archaic languages around form, function and materiality. Exciting vocabularies are built through the reinterpretation of existing vocabularies into a new lexicon that is environmentally sound. THE GREEN DREAM Currently, the theme around furnishings is centred on soft, self-textured fabric, where the shape and form foreground other aspects of living spaces. That said, patterns and motifs, like block prints (an eco-friendly process), are coming back in demand. MATERIAL MATTERS Bamboo cloth is another advent in sustainable furnishings that is quickly gaining traction within the industry. These choices around furnishings are frequently more contextual to the nature of the space, adding a lot of character to your…

Sanajan Lunia grew up discussing sustainability and conservation of recourses. “My first step towards this was choosing to be a vegetarian and when I decided to wear the hat of an entrepreneur, I knew I wanted to share the same ethos of ‘causing no harm’,” she says. Her brand Eris Home, launched in 2020, was born out of this philosophy. “The brand name is inspired by eri silkworms, which yield silk that is often referred to as the ‘fabric of peace’,” adds Lunia. USP “Our durable and beautifully crafted soft furnishings are made out of non-violent silk, naturally sourced cotton/linen and vegan leather,” says Lunia. BUY THIS You can get your hands on bedcovers, bedsheets, cushions, placemats, table runners, napkins and towels. WHAT’S NEXT Their upcoming collection includes elevated table…

MiRooh (launched in November 2021) loosely translated as “my soul”, was created out of a deep love for and resurrection of craft and attempts to popularise traditional methods. “Through this we hope to ensure the sustainability of these art forms and provide a livelihood for artisans, thus preserving a cultural legacy for future generations,” says Sanchay Dhingra. USP “Our products are manufactured in units compliant by US and European brands. We use high quality fabrics such as cotton cashmere, linen, silks and feather touch velvets,” says Dhingra, adding, “We carefully selects fabrics that are hypoallergenic, breathable, and non-irritating.” BUY THIS You can purchase cushions, curtains, throws, wall art, scented candles and kansa dinnerware from them. WHAT’S NEXT The brand is launching a cushion collection range made from antique woven jacquard…

In Sanskrit, vvyom means a limitless sky, and limitless creativity is what Shuchita Sancheti Garg wanted to offer her customers, when she launched vVyom in 2018. “My passion for design and fabrics has been cultivated by my childhood spent in the print units of my father’s textile business, and being around dyes and colours formed my design sensibility,” says Garg adding, “At vVyom, all my passions come together—interior spaces, textiles and limitless art.” USP “vVyom is known for its use of colour and patterns. All prints originate from hand painted artworks by me, which are converted into prints. The artworks are printed on luxurious and natural fabrics using multiple hand and machine techniques and further embellished with embroideries and unique hand crafted trims,” explains Garg. BUY THIS They retail quilts,…

Ready to be Floored? Jaipur Rugs has been making the ground beneath our feet a lot more stylish since 1978. This year they took it to the next level with their latest launch at the Salone Del Mobile, 2023. The new range, the Majnun Collection, in collaboration with designer Pavitra Rajaram has designs that include a traditional Shikargah from the stately English homes in the 18th and 19th centuries and hypnotic tantric tiger rugs of Tibet, re-interpreted with traditional motifs. “The inception of the Majnun Collection happened about three years ago. Multiple conversations, research on iconic carpet traditions, understanding the craft of carpet weaving, technicalities of different knots and working with yarn swatches to identify colours was the process followed. Each carpet has a unique design approach, which needed its…