The last week of June marks the arrival of monsoon and with it a bevy of issues that stem from the humid weather and incessant rainfall. We speak to medical professionals who trace the seasonal spike of dengue and outline preventive measures. To cope with commonplace skincare issues, a dermatology expert lists easy-to-follow tips that will be effective in keeping infections at bay and provide nourishment to the skin. Fashion experts also share tips on how to ditch jeans this monsoon, and still appear sleek. 

In an exclusive interview, singer-songwriter Prateek Kuhad talks about his latest album, social media, and the impact of the pandemic. Decoding the influence of Instagram reels on current music trends, we speak to music producers and young IG users to understand how they listen to music. Our Pride Month coverage continues with an interaction with the creator of an Indian mental health application that makes resources tailored to the LGBTQIA+ community, granting access to millions across the globe. Last but not the least, for our series “Shelf Life” which traces the reading culture of Mumbai, Mid-day Online caught up with a decade-old book club, SwapBook, at their first post-Covid meet up.

Here is the full list of features for the past week: