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Celebrations are intrinsic to Indian way of life. Explore India’s diverse culture and cuisine in this section and find out the stories behind what we eat

Durga Pooja- Reverence of the ‘shakti’ within

In Kumartuli (the potter colony in Northern Calcutta) potters are frantically giving the right profile to the…

Onam-It’s all about the experience

Kerala is a state where beauty rules and serenity stays not only in the heart of the…

Lord Ganesha – The God with a sweet tooth

One God who never compromises on good food and never gives up on his love for sweets…

The Chhath Puja – Celebrate while the sun shines

Chhath Puja is a primeval festival that continues to be celebrated with traditional fervour and simplicity. Chhath…

Diwali – Let there be light everywhere

When beauty surrounds you and the light commands you; When aromas cherish the soul and happiness define…

Makar Sakranti and the Khichdi Affair

Not all festivals are about scale and magnificence, some are about depth and significance. Makar Sakranti falls…

What’s cooking on Gudi Padwa? – The Goody Times

Gudi Padwa is celebrated in the western part of India and comes from two words with ''Gudi''…

The once-a-year fast and feast – Karwa Chauth

Widely celebrated in the northern part of India mainly Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh,…

Rakshabandhan – The best food combo you could have asked for

From the smells of delicious cuisines to the aartis and door seva, everything is perfect for the…

Rang De Basant Panchami flavours

Vasant Panchami, also known as Basant Panchami is a Hindu festival celebrated on the fifth of the…

Dussehra: Celebrating Light and hope

The saying that sits well with India and resonates with everyone is “unity in diversity.” A land…