Dear Readers, We all love going to store or a mall to shop – spending hours browsing through random selections, the thrill of finding that gem, trying them on, and finally purchasing it! There is a little bit of magic found in buying something new. It is instant gratification, a quick fix. However, with the pandemic still raging, it has accelerated the popularity of online shopping. This week in our Feature Story, we list 15 hidden online stores – national and international – to help you curate your dream wardrobe, desk, or even pantry without leaving your home. Gracing our cover this issue is the stunning Akshara Gawda. This tall, charismatic and uber-talented actress and former model has made quite a mark for herself with her trademark gorgeous looks and acting talent. Do read our Cover Story where she talks to us about her career, her interest in action films, how’s she’s handling the pandemic, shopping preferences, and so much more! Our Special Feature ties in with our feature story. In this issue, we chat with Hyderabadis who speak about the major shift in shopping culture. They also give us the lowdown on their favourite online shopping store and what they bought during the lockdown! Over in People in Focus, we find more about young and dynamic Harika Jain. The phonetics teacher share with us her journey, inspirations and plans! There can be many reasons why women develop nutrient deficiencies - an improper diet, hectic schedule, and even a lack of knowledge about what constitutes a healthy diet. A balanced and healthy diet can help them tackle common nutrient deficiencies easily. In Mind & Body this week, we share how to manage common deficiencies through a healthy diet. Grand Getaways has travel photographer and entrepreneur, Murtaza Chass’s trip to the island of Busuanga in the Philippines. He takes us through his journey, where he savoured the experience! Check out the section, and you’re sure to agree with us. And tell us what you think. If you have any suggestions, comments or queries, please e-mail me at publisheryou-and-i.com.