Cultural Festival
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Gudi Padwa and Ugadi 2026: How India welcomes the Hindu New Year with ritual, reflection and renewal

From Maharashtra to Karnataka, Gudi Padwa and Ugadi mark the Hindu New Year with rituals, food and reflection—celebrating life’s bittersweet beginnings and the promise of renewal. Continue reading
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What Is Gulaal Gota? Jaipur’s 400-year-old royal Holi tradition explained

Gulaal Gota, a fragile lac ball filled with dry gulaal powder, has coloured Holi celebrations in Jaipur for nearly 400 years. Once a royal ritual, the handcrafted tradition is now gaining viral attention online. Continue reading
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Republic Day Parade 2026: 30 tableaux spotlight heritage, innovation and unity

Republic Day 2026 saw 30 tableaux from states and Union ministries roll down Kartavya Path, presenting India’s freedom legacy, cultural diversity and development journey. Continue reading
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From Lohri to Pongal, How India marks the harvest festival in different ways

A single solar transition gives rise to many festivals across India. From Lohri’s bonfires to Pongal’s rituals and Uttarayan’s kites, each region marks the harvest in its own way while sharing a common sense of gratitude. Continue reading