Paintings have a unique quality in that they narrate stories that may be of a different period and of a different people, the spirit of the times presented as per the artist’s interpretation. Given the Indian subcontinent’s rich cultural...
Over the past two decades, our nation’s Diwali celebrations have become more and more sustainable. From abstaining from the use of firecrackers, which cause both noise and sound pollution, to increasing the number of eco-friendly alternatives, we are progressing -...
“So, wait, is it Deepavali or Diwali?” One of our curious friends from the States gives us a quizzical look. I, the current author of this particular post, frown a little as I think. “Well”, I reply cautiously, “both...
Diwali or Deepavali is one of the most popular festivals in India. Celebrated in a variety of ways across the subcontinent, the varying Diwali festivities have two things in common - the use of light and the change of...
Iconic. There is, perhaps, no other word that captures the impact of the Indian saree. A single piece of handwoven cloth, 6 to 10 yards long, or more, has become a symbol of grace and composure around the world....
The perfect nose, the ideal smile, thin creases, a glorious vahana - if you have ever gone shopping for handmade idols of gods and goddesses, you’ll know that these are some of the things that puja lovers look for...
There is a bond between brother and sister that is quite unlike any other. When we are younger, it may be filled with lots of mischief - fighting, forgiving, and fighting again. And as we grow up, it becomes...
An unsettling feeling of turbulence has blanketed the world for over a year. Silences have crept in. Being at the heart of the battle has left a deep mark on everybody. While we find ways to survive during these...
Does your heart beat faster every time you cross a stationery store? Are you the sort of person who would pick up a distinctive and vibrant looking notebook without a second thought? Do you have a collection of beautiful notebooks, pens...
