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Gujarat to Rajasthan: A look at how India celebrated Makar Sankranti this
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
India celebrated Makar Sankranti with great joy and enthusiasm, as the festival marks the Sun's transition into Capricorn (Makara). Known by different names across the country, including Uttarayan, Pongal, Maghi, and Dahi Chura, the festival features unique traditions in each region. From ki
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Nepali medieval town celebrates traditional 'Jatra' procession as substitu
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
The medieval town of Khokana in Lalitpur recently celebrated its traditional "Shikali Jatra," a vibrant five-day festival held in place of Dashain. Featuring masked dancers representing various Hindu deities, the festival honours Goddess Rudrayani, also known as Shikali or Mother Goddess. Th
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Aviation can be an Enabler of Global Connectivity and Peace States Jaideep
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 15: Jaideep Mirchandani, the Group Chairman of aviation conglomerate Sky One believes that aviation does a lot more than connect people and generate revenue. It is essentially a gateway to explore culture that transforms how diverse societies engage. He
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The spirit of "One World, One Earth" thrives in Vadodara as artists around
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], October 16: Vadodara, known as the cultural capital of the state, has embraced cultures from across the world during the International Folklore Festival 2023, commemorating folk art and unique traditions. Parul University, true to its motto of being a vibrant and culturall
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Savishkar India Exploring startup ecosystem and Opportunities for youths i
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI/PNN): The Northeastern region of India has a rich cultural heritage and is known for its unique traditions, customs, and natural resources. The region also has immense potential for economic growth and development. The Indian government has initiated various
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Students showcase cultural heritage at SGT University's 'Ek Bharat Shresth
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
Gurgaon (Haryana) [India], April 14 (ANI/NewsVoir): SGT University successfully organised the much-awaited intra-university event "Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat" from the 11th to the 13th of April 2023. The event was a melting pot of diverse cultures, where students from different parts of the c
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Holi 2023: Unique rituals that accompany the festival of colours
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
India is celebrated for its cultural diversity. Different regions, traditions and rituals enrich India's cultural heritage. The festival of colours is no exception. You will be amazed to know that the celebration of colours comes with unconventional rituals, which are steeped in the regio
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Eid-ul-Fitr 2021: 5 unique traditions from across the globe
Updated : 5 years ago IST
New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Eid-ul-Fitr, which translates to "festival of breaking the fast" is a time of rejoicing with family and friends. It's a blissful celebration that marks the end of the holy month of Ramzan when millions of Muslims enthusiastically wait for the new moon sightin
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Centuries-old Ram Dal tradition still going strong in Prayagraj
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], Oct 7 (ANI): With its unique traditions dating back to several centuries, the city of Prayagraj is immersed in religious fervour on the auspicious occasion of Dussehra.
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Party like the Swiss at these top carnivals
Updated : 8 years, 3 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Feb 14 (ANI): When the Christmas festivities are over and the January blues are behind, Switzerland comes alive to celebrate their 'Carnival' or 'Fasnacht'. Traditionally most carnivals last up to Ash Wednesday with each town reveling in their own unique traditions.
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