Tag: Festivals
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Railway mulls extra charges during festivals
Premium charges during festivals such as Diwali, Durga Puja and discounts for travelling during odd- hours, choosing a less popular route or train or one having no pantry services, are some of the proposals the Railway Board is considering on dynamic-pricing. During a meeting with senior officials last week, Railway Minister Piyush Goyal, as well …
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December 24, 2017 -
Travelling to the sound of music festivals 2017 in India
This winter, follow the sound of music and travel to places in India where you can witness some brilliant local and regional talents waiting to explode. Groovin to some great music and be a part of the thrilling music festivals across the country. Book your dates for an unforgettable travelling experiences to these places. Delhi …
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October 27, 2017 -
In the festive spirit
The season of Autumn and the months of October -November, brings to us another much celebrated festival in North India, the Chhath Puja. It is the festival of the sixth day of the Bengali month Kartik (October-November) when Hindus worship the Sun god or the God of light. There are also many mythological stories revolving …
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October 26, 2017 -
The everlasting bond
Bhai Dooj commonly known as Bhai Phonta in West Bengal is a widely celebrated occasion on the second lunar day of Shukla Paksha (Bright Fortnight). It is an important part of the Indian festivals. Bhai Dooj is another day besides Rakshavandhan when people all over India celebrate the most adorable relationship between a brother and …
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October 19, 2017 -
Celebrating the festival of lights
With the auspicious and sparkling festival of Diwali approaching along with Kali Puja for the Bengalis, it is quite expected that everyone remembers the message of divinity and spirituality, which is the fundamental aspect of this festival. The festival of lights signifies the victory of the divine light over evil darkness, victory of truthfulness over …
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October 19, 2017 -
Light and Sound: Keeping hopes alive
Two groups have emerged whose views widely differ as to whether the festival of lights should be celebrated with fire crackers which light up the night sky or the ones whose explosion sends gentle sleep scurrying from the eyes of those who have gone to bed after a hard day’s work. Those rooting for the …
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October 18, 2017 -
Tula Sankranti 2017: Celebrate the plenty
For the farmers in Odisha and Karnataka, it's a time of rejoicing over bountiful cultivation.
October 16, 2017 -
Enchanting renditions
The age-old tradition of Guru and shishya was aesthetically etched during a three-day festival of music and dance in New Delhi.
October 14, 2017 -
Karwa Chauth 2017: Women’s love for Mehndi
Mehndi on Karwa Chauth has the power to make you feel a complete woman.
October 6, 2017 -
Fashioning pandals of joy with designer costumes for dieties
Delhi will soon set a new trend of celebrating festivals with high fashion and glam.
September 14, 2017 -
Gold gets a festive lift, tops Rs 31,000-mark
Gold overcame a sluggish global trend by surging Rs 470 to trade at Rs 31,000 per 10 grams on Monday after local jewellers ramped up buying for the festive rush. Silver offered a picture of contrast, which went below Rs 42,000 by falling Rs 300 to Rs 41,700 per kg, weighed down by muted demand …
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September 11, 2017 -
Ganesh Chaturthi one of my favourite festivals: Arjun Rampal
Actor Arjun Rampal says the colourful festivities and decorated pandals during Ganesh Chaturthi have “always fascinated” him. “Ganesh Chaturthi is one of my favourite festivals. The colours, festivities and beautifully decorated pandals have always fascinated me,” Arjun, who visited Radio City’s studio here during the festival to promote his film ‘Daddy’, said in a statement. …
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August 29, 2017 -
Prohibitory orders clamped in Mathura ahead of Radha Astami, Idujjuha
In view of the forthcoming Radha Astami and Idujjuha festivals, prohibitory orders have been clamped here from today, an official said. “The orders would remain in force till September 15,” District Magistrate, Mathura, Arvind Malappa Bangari said. According to the order, assembly of four or more persons on a public place, carrying of arms or …
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August 27, 2017 -
A feast for the eyes and the soul
The soul of any culture lies in its festivals, for around this pivot revolve customs and traditions, reflecting the lives and times of its people. The photo exhibition titled 'Hungarian Cultural Festivals', by Gyorgy KonkolyThege, renowned travel photographer from Hungary, presented the country in a new light to its viewers. Konkoly-Thege, an economist by education, …
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April 23, 2017