Kanaka Durga temple Vijayawada – Navaratri celebrations
The festive season in India has begun. Many homes in India are now celebrating Dasara - a festival of 10…
Book fairs in India – a melting pot of Bookworms, Authors and Publishers
Various studies have shown that book readership statistics in India is very high. Book Fairs in India attract huge numbers…
Ganga Dussehra, A Festival That Gives You Tenfold Benefits
It was ages ago when the great Suryavanshi King Anshuman prayed to the mighty Mother Ganga from heaven to descend…
Ganpati Celebrations Are Done At Highest Level At These Places
The ten-day long Ganpati festival has finally arrived, but do you know there are several places where this festival is…
Annaprashan- The Memorable Ritual Of A Baby’s First Solid Feeding
With a new baby, every moment is special. The first time they smile, the first time they try to walk…
Hariyali Teej, A Beautiful Celebration
This is an incredible love story in Hindu Puranas. A love story between Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. What is…
Mundan, the Indian hair tonsure ceremony for children
Indians are steeped in culture. They have rituals, traditions and customs that signify deeper meaning to every step in life.…
Upanayana – The Sacred Thread Ceremony
Hindus follow many age-old traditions and day to day practices that reflect their beliefs. Each tradition has a significance and…
Naamkaran, The Traditional Indian Baby Naming Ceremony
The birth of a child is a life-altering event. The parents have hopes, dreams and belief about what the child…
Godh Bharai, The Indian Baby Shower Ceremony
For a woman, becoming a mother is like getting a new birth. She goes from being to just a woman,…
Eid- The Festival That Comes Twice In A Year
India is one of the most religiously and ethnically diversified countries in the world. Living in such a nation allows us…
Mango Festivals in India
Mango is the King of fruits. No doubt about it! Loved by one and all, it is also part of…
9 Crazy Festivals Celebrated in Goa…
Goa, the place is just not about the stunning lovely golden sand beaches or the water sports or the marvellous…
The Muslim Tradition Of Iftar
Many Muslims look forward to the tradition of breaking fast after sunset during the month of Ramadan. This observance is…
Rangoli- The Art Form Loved Across India
India is a land of colors. Nothing signifies festivity, joy and culture more than a burst of colors in all…
Ramadan The Month Of Fasting And Feasting! 7 Best Places To Try Iftar Snacks In Bangalore
Ramadan , as we know,is the month of both fasting and feasting. Well, we are almost half way through and…
Fire Walking – Theemithi, Tamil Nadu
India is a vast nation which has a huge cultural diversity. There are some amazing festivals and rituals that this…
Anand Karaj, The Meaning Of The 4 Pheras In A Sikh Wedding
The Sikh wedding is called "Anand Karaj" and is also known as “Blissful Union” by some people. This is because…
Republic Day of India
India celebrates its republic day on 26th January every year. This great event marks the day on which the constitution…