The 15th day of Shukla Paksha marks the birth of the Hindu Lord Hanuman. A dedicated bhakt of Shri Rama, Hanuman was known for his courage and strength. He is known as the “fearless one”. On the day of Hanuman Jayanti, celebrations start in every temple where the Lord resides. Hundreds and thousands of devotees

A soul can wrong itself only by ignoring the overwhelming potentials it carries… Correct this wrong while you are still living and breathing… Lord Mahavira left this lesson for humankind through his life of austerity and penance. This reminds us that India is not just about revelry and ceremonious celebrations, but it is also a

Welcome to ‘God’s own country’ Kerala… Never ceasing, never dropping, always mesmerising the world with its rich heritage and celebrations… Rightly said so, the state is home to celebrations in one form or the other throughout the year. Currently, it’s time for Kadammanitta Padayani. Falling on the first day of Medam, a month in the

The month of April brings a warm embrace, incarnate for all new beginnings. Numerous festivities all over the country mark this phase. Clad in traditional clothes, wouldn’t you love to adorn a complete customary appearance with a piece of natural look-imparting jewellery? India Imprints provides the perfect collection of neckpieces made of gemstones. A gemstone-clad

April is a month of festive celebrations that welcomes the new harvest while spring brings with it blooms and blossoms of different crops. True to its essence of unity in diversity, all of India celebrates it in different names. While in the north, it is called Baisakhi, the southern state of Kerala celebrates it as

Jai Shri Ram! The greatest epic hero of our culture, Lord Rama is known for his prowess and precocity.  Celebrating his birth on the occasion of Ram Navami, our countrymen usher in the culmination of the spring festival, also known as Vasanta Navratri. Bihar, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and Gujarat prepare for this

Want to witness one of the best Spring-welcoming festivals of the South? Well, take a short trip to the Meenakshi temple (Tamil Nadu) this April and behold the festival symbolising the unity of Saivitism and Vaishnavism – Chithirai. This festival commemorates the coronation of Goddess Meenakshi as well as her marriage with Lord Sundareswara. Rich

Did you know India’s affair with silk fabrics woven with the hand is older than many empires and kingdoms? The present scenario is just a resemblance of the profuseness that has mesmerised the world for over a thousand years. Hand-woven silk yarns have also been recorded in ancient Vedic literature. It is said that Alexander

Versatility and creativity have bejewelled India’s impression on a global platform. The nation’s innovative soul has found its peace in its various art forms. One such colourful reflection of traditional notion is found in the Gond paintings. Derived from a Dravidian expression ‘Kond’, meaning ‘the green mountain’, this form of art is rich in its

Northwestern India is all tied up in the sacred thread of devotion for Maa Gauri. This year, Gangaur is already halfway through when it enters April. Nevertheless, the singing and dancing continue in the same spirit as the first. This 18-day festivity is as much about cultural merriment as is about traditional rituals. An iconic

The month of April witnesses Maharashtra drenched in a spirit of spring with their traditional new year. Gudi Padwa marks an auspicious start of a new year and signifies reaping of Rabi crops. While some believe it to be a commemoration of Rama’s victory over Ravana; others consider it as a mythical day when Lord

Just as the first days of Chaitra come, preparations start in full bloom for the auspicious Gudi Padwa! Upturned pots carrying the holy symbol of swastika covered in garlands of flowers and mango leaves are roped around a stick. Marathi women offer their prayers for the health and prosperity of their loved ones on this