festivals of India
Idle idol makers of Delhi
August 20, 2020
August is normally the busiest time for idol makers in India as the festival season is just around the corner. Idol makers would be busy giving final touches to their Ganesha or even Durga idols around this time. But this year their livelihood is in peril due to Covid19 pandemic,...
Read MoreChhath Puja: an age-old ritual for the Sun god
November 8, 2019
Chhath Puja, also known as Dala Puja is a Hindu festival which is celebrated with gaiety and religious fervor mainly in northern and eastern states of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. The word Chhath means sixth in Maithili, Nepali, and Bhojpuri languages. De...
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Goa’s fascinating Shigmo Festival
March 2, 2017
The western Indian state of Goa, a major tourist destination, is geared up to host the annual Shigmo Festival - a celebration of traditions and history through the eyes cultures and colours.
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Five bizarre festivals in India
January 23, 2017
The colours associated with Indian festivals are aplenty but there is also an unconventional and quirky side to belief systems in India. Although these celebrations are restricted to their regions of origin, the stories are not.
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Planning of a desert festival: behind the scenes of Rann Utsav
January 3, 2017
India’s largest district, a rarely traversed arid desert, comes to life during the winter months in form of a culturally rich and exquisitely crafted extravaganza. But, what goes into the making of this rare desert festival and what are the challenges faced? Here’s a sneak pe...
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Rann Utsav: A desert festival that will leave you captivated
December 16, 2016
Rann Utsav, an annual cultural festival celebrated in the unique white desert of Gujarat was recently inaugurated by the state's chief minister. The fest promotes the culture and art from India’s largest district and celebrates life at the white expanse here. A unique tourist ...
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