As the festivals come near, all of us gear ourselves up for a cleaning spree. Yes, traditionally, this is the time for our houses to go through about of deep cleaning. For generations, we have been doing this exercise…taking out items that are otherwise ignored, moving furniture to see what has got stuck beneath or how [...]
India…the Land of Festivals! A rich confluence of diverse cultures, ethnicities, religious beliefs, history, and traditions, this country celebrates an array of festivals all through the year. There is a festival being celebrated somewhere in the country almost every day. Each festival has its own significance and sentiments. From Makar Sankranti to Baisakhi, Gudhi Padwa to [...]
Festive season and fasting are kind of synonymous in our society. Whatever be our beliefs, choices, or reasons, we tend to observe fasts during several festivals. The concept of fasting came into existence from a spiritual point of view. Fasting was observed on particular auspicious days, as it was believed that those days are to be [...]
The pandemic this year has brought in a huge change in our lives. While festival dates are hovering near, we are all stuck at home, wondering how to celebrate the joyous occasions within the four walls of our homes. All of us are already bored with being at home for the last few months. No wonder, [...]
India is a unique example of “unity in diversity”. A rich confluence of diverse cultures, ethnicities, religious beliefs, history and traditions, this country celebrates an array of festivals all through the year. There is a festival being celebrated somewhere in the country almost every day. Each festival has its own significance and sentiments. From Makar Sankranti [...]
The festival which paints our lives with colorful shades of joy is here. It is time to get together with our loved ones and rejoice in the celebration of Holi. The festival is celebrated all over India to welcome the season of spring and the traditions vary all over. Holi is celebrated over a day and [...]
“Tilgul ghya god god bola.”...That’s how we have greeted each other on a particular day of January since childhood, right? Yes, it’s Makar Sankranti we are referring to here. It is the day when everyone, young and old, exchange sweets made from til (sesame seeds) and gud (jaggery) and urge everyone to speak sweetly. The expression [...]
Food Waking up to the smell of freshly made treats wafting through the house…what a feeling! Every household, every family has a different recipe but they are all equally delicious. Nothing beats the joy (and taste!) you get from homemade goodies and sharing them with your loved ones! Lanterns Different shapes, different sizes, different colours… lanterns [...]
The time to welcome Navratri, the festival of divine power, is here! Traditionally, the festival is celebrated for 9 nights and the 10th day is celebrated as Vijayadashmi. It is observed for different reasons and celebrated differently in various parts of India. In the eastern and north eastern states of India, Durga Puja is synonymous with Navaratri, [...]
For as long as one can remember, we have enjoyed ten days of Ganesh Mahotsav in our homes before it is time for the idols to return to their more permanent homes - water. It is quite permanent, I assure you, because these idols do not decompose easily. The toxic chemicals in the PoP used is [...]
