Meet Priyanka Jena and Tanveer Taj who went on a 120-day trip across India with their dogs
The Hindu
Sony BBC Earth has packaged their adventures into a show, Life off the Leash
Priyanka Jena, Tanveer Taj and their dogs, Frodo and Cruise, are cooped up in their house in Mumbai. “I think our biggest problem is boredom, which is a privilege. We don’t have any reason to complain. Many people are going through a lot more,” says Priyanka. But they are also restless. “It is not just because of the pandemic. We like being in the company of Nature and outdoors as much as possible.” Two years ago, the four of them did an all-India tour, swimming in beaches and hiking up snow-capped mountains. With most of the country forced into a lockdown, it is a past they most reminisce about and long to recreate. Fortunately, they had recorded their journey with five GoPros, two digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras and a drone camera. Snippets of this can be found on their website, wheelsandtrails.com, and their social media pages. But Sony BBC Earth has packaged their adventures into a show, Life off the Leash.
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Discover Nasi and Mee’s limited-time Korean menu, The Korean Edit, at velachery, Chennai. Enjoy authentic Korean street-food favorites like Jjin-Mandu (steamed dumplings), Gimbap (Korean rice rolls), Yangnyeom chicken wings, Pajeon (savory pancakes), and Bibimbap with chicken or vegetables. The menu is served in a visually stunning Balinese villa-inspired setting with whimsical murals, warm lighting, and an airy layout. Dine from 12 noon to 11 PM and complete your meal with a refreshing Passion Fruit Panna Cotta dessert. Experience Korea’s vibrant flavors alongside Nasi and Mee’s signature Southeast Asian dishes.

The Crafts Council of India, Chennai, presents a tribal jewellery exhibition showcasing contemporary handcrafted designs inspired by India’s indigenous communities. Featuring Dokra metalwork, natural materials, bold folk motifs and jewellery by designers from across the country, the exhibition highlights the rich intersection of traditional craft and modern aesthetics.










