Kolkata restaurants and cloud kitchens prioritised speed over custom requests like 'less spicy' or 'tofu instead of paneer' during the December festive week due to high order volumes. Learn what can and cannot be customised.
Explore the vibrant tapestry of India's lesser-known festivals like Sazo Kut and Losar. Discover unique traditions, dates, and cultural significance in this guide.
Discover 10 fascinating New Year's traditions from around the world to inspire your 2026 celebrations. Embrace global customs for good luck and prosperity!
Move beyond ancient customs. Discover how to create personal New Year rituals like memory jars, letter writing, and food traditions that bring meaning and connection to your celebrations.
Discover a curated guide to thoughtful festive gifting in 2026. From smart home gadgets to personal tech, find perfect gifts for every loved one and budget. Start your mindful celebrations!
Dr. Kaushik Saha shares five smart food alternatives to enjoy Christmas & New Year parties without sharp glucose spikes. Learn how to celebrate healthily.
Ranchi's shopping malls and restaurants, adorned with dazzling Christmas lights and trees, became prime photo spots. Attractive discounts and special events led to a significant increase in festive footfall. Explore the city's vibrant holiday celebrations
Actress Elli AvrRam shares her journey from snowy Swedish Christmases to creating festive magic in Mumbai. Discover her traditions, nostalgia, and how she's building new memories. Read her heartwarming story!
Bhopal's Christmas morning was filled with vibrant colours, festive music, and spiritual peace. Residents share their traditions, fashion choices, and the city's holiday spirit. Discover the heartwarming celebrations in the City of Lakes.
Popular television actors open up about their favourite Diwali sweets, cherished family rituals, and the true meaning of the festival of lights. Discover what makes their celebrations special!
Author Suryakumari Dennison shares a unique Christmas perspective, preferring festive stamps to gift contents. Read her nostalgic opinion piece on holiday traditions.
Ranchi's Christmas markets are vibrant with shoppers seeking red & white festive wear. Retailers report high demand for stylish winter apparel ahead of celebrations. Explore the trends!
Kolkata's markets and malls are buzzing with festive cheer. From DIY kits in New Market to immersive food experiences in malls, shoppers are blending tradition with new trends, boosting sales significantly. Discover the city's Christmas spirit!
Indian universities are integrating arts, heritage, and ethical traditions into curricula to create culturally aware, interdisciplinary graduates. Discover how this shift prepares students for global challenges.
Discover how families in Indore plan Christmas a year ahead, crafting unique homemade wines. Learn the secrets of their recipes, fermentation, and festive traditions. Read more!
In Lucknow, Secret Santa traditions focus on thoughtful gestures and handwritten notes over flashy surprises. Discover how locals like Tarun Jaiswal and Azmi Fatima are spreading quiet joy.
Christmas 2023 brings global joy with trees, cakes, and carols. Explore traditions from Germany, USA, and India, and find special messages for loved ones. Celebrate the spirit of hope!
Explore how Christmas, celebrated on December 25, unites the world in joy with unique traditions, family dinners, and festive memes. Discover global quirks and share the cheer!
In Indore, Christmas begins months early as families soak dry fruits in rum, preserving a generational baking ritual. Discover the stories behind these iconic cakes.
Explore 7 unique Christmas traditions from Japan, Norway, Venezuela & more that bring people together. From KFC feasts to spider web trees, discover global festive magic!
Explore the UAE's most spectacular 2025 Christmas markets in Dubai & Abu Dhabi. From AI elves to snowy domes, find dates, entry fees, and unique highlights for a magical holiday.
Guwahati's markets are aglow with Christmas cheer as sellers report better sales than last year. Discover price ranges, popular items, and how festive celebrations have evolved in the city.
As Christmas nears, choir groups across Pune take to the streets, singing carols in multiple languages. Youth participation has surged, with groups visiting homes, the elderly, and spreading a message of unity and hope. Read more.
Explore the journey of panettone, from its folkloric origins in 15th-century Milan to its status as a worldwide Christmas symbol. Discover how migration and innovation spread this festive bread across continents.
Explore the heartwarming memories of Christmas in India, from childhood stockings to festive traditions. Discover how simple joys created lasting bonds and cultural unity.
Discover the five animals, from reindeer to sheep, that are woven into the heart of Christmas legends and traditions. Explore their significance and stories.
Explore 8 cities worldwide, from New York to Tallinn, famous for their unique and historic Christmas tree traditions. Discover the stories behind these festive symbols.
RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale advocates for universal nature worship for environmental protection, emphasizing India's civilisational ethos. Read his full message from Gorakhpur.
Football legend Lionel Messi had an unforgettable cultural immersion at Anant Ambani's Vantara in Jamnagar, participating in sacred Hindu rituals and connecting with Indian wildlife conservation efforts.
The Indian Navy's INSV Kaundinya, a ship built using ancient stitching techniques, sets sail to Oman, retracing historic trade routes. Discover its cultural significance and UPSC relevance.