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Bikaner: Where the desert whispers tales of royalty, faith and flavor
Rising from the golden sands of the Thar Desert, Bikaner is one of Rajasthan’s most evocative yet understated destinations-a city where history breathes through sandstone walls, camels still rule the roads on festival days, and […]
Lucknow: The city of nawabs – A journey into grace and grandeur
Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is not just a destination; it is an experience woven with culture, hospitality and centuries-old elegance. Famous as the City of Nawabs, Lucknow blends the charm of its Mughal-Avadhi […]
Diwali at Times Square Shines Bright in its 10th Anniversary Celebration in North America
NEW YORK CITY (TIP): Diwali at Times Square Presented by Procter and Gamble celebrated its landmark 10th Anniversary on Sunday, November 9, 2025, transforming the heart of New York City into a spectacular celebration of […]
Hampi: Walking through the lost empire of stone and story
There are places you visit-and then there is Hampi, a landscape you enter, as though crossing the threshold of time itself. Scattered across the sun-washed plains of Karnataka, Hampi is a spectacular tapestry of colossal […]
Jodhpur: Gateway to the Thar
In the heart of Rajasthan, where the golden sands of the Thar shimmer under the relentless desert sun, rises a city draped in shades of indigo and soaked in royal heritage -Jodhpur, the Blue City. […]
Cultural Diplomacy and Creative Exchange: My Reflections on the Study Visit to Poland
By Murtaza Ali Khan As a cultural journalist and critic, I have often believed that true diplomacy happens not only in embassies or conference halls but also in museums, art galleries, and over dinner tables […]
Pondicherry: Where the soul finds its shore
As the first rays of the sun gild the Bay of Bengal, the sleepy streets of Pondicherry awaken to a rhythm that is both ancient and timeless. The sea breeze carries whispers of French chansons […]
Ride the golden dunes: The desert safari of Jaisalmer
Set against the shimmering backdrop of Rajasthan’s Thar Desert, Jaisalmer – famously known as the Golden City – offers an adventure unlike any other. A desert safari here is not just a journey through sand […]
Govardhan Puja, Annakut, Padwa: A celebration of faith, gratitude and renewal
Honoring Lord Krishna, Nature’s Bounty, and the Bonds of Prosperity and Love The fourth day of Diwali, following the radiant night of Lakshmi Puja, holds a profound blend of devotion, gratitude, and renewal. Known by […]
Lakshmi Puja: The radiant heart of Diwali
Welcoming the Goddess of Wealth, Wisdom, and Inner Illumination Diwali, the grand Festival of Lights, reaches its spiritual and emotional crescendo on Lakshmi Puja, the main day of the celebration. It is the evening when […]
Chhoti Diwali: Cleansing the self, welcoming the divine
The soft glow of oil lamps, the fragrance of freshly applied ubtan, and the gentle hum of festive anticipation fill the air-this is Chhoti Diwali, also known as Naraka Chaturdashi, the second day of the […]
Five days of Diwali: A journey from darkness to light
Diwali, often called the Festival of Lights, is not merely a single day of celebration but a grand five-day festival that encapsulates the essence of Indian culture-victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and […]
Ajmer and beyond: The soul of Rajasthan wrapped in heritage
Hills on all sides, the sun rising and setting behind a serene valley, and a glimmering lake right in the heart of the city – this picturesque town is what I proudly call home. Ajmer, […]
Birthday Predictions -October 20 to October 26
By Astrologer Chirag Daruwalla October 20 Ganesha says you strike the ideal balance between religion and logic. You may spend a lot of time traveling in the coming year. You can be fascinated by both […]
