Music of all sorts (techno, folk, ghazals), fun, colors, delicacies like gujias & thandais, the cultural connect, and the overall atmosphere, are just some of the reasons that makes India (especially cities in Rajasthan & North India) so irresistible to foreign travelers, despite the safety concerns. No wonder, despite increasing air-fares (and the rape incident), […]
Style & Culture
Top bhakts (devotees) of Lord Shiva in Bollywood
Maha Shivratri is one of the several auspicious festivals in India. The Hindu festival is celebrated annually in honour of Lord Shiva with millions thronging to temples to offer prayers. Lord Shiva’s devotees also include film stars, may of whom have immense faith in the god. Lets take a look at Lord Shiva’s staunch bhakts […]
International Kite Festival of Gujarat, Uttarayan
Here’s more on the International Kite Festival that is held in Gujarat every year, during Uttarayan, popularly known as Makar Sakranti in other parts of India. When: 6th Jan to 13th Jan every year (Gujarat) Festival: Uttarayan, also known as ‘Makar Sankranti’ Significance: Marks the end of winter and beginning of a more suitable weather […]
What is Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s ‘Manto’ all about?
The movie ‘Manto’, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui (directed by Nandita Das) has released. However, most cine fans (in India) are still not clear as to what the film is all about, even though they can sense (from the trailer) that the movie is set in the times of British India. Here are a few things about […]
JP Dutta couldn’t cast Chinese actors for war drama ‘Paltan’, impact of Doklam
The India China border tensions (especially the Doklam issue) had an impact on Bollywood films. While Aamir Khan’s movies are a craze in China, a few Indian filmmakers played it safe by dropping the idea of casting Chinese actors in their films. Director JP Dutta, known for his war movies like Border, who has been […]
Christmas in India
While Diwali might be the biggest festival in India, Christmas is also a very popular festival in India, with an estimated 25 to 30 million Christians in India. Like other places around the world, the Christmas festive season (leading up to the New Year) is also eagerly awaited in India, with most offices and schools […]
Top most popular zoos in India for watching wild animals
In foreign countries, zoos are top attractions, which draws visitors from around the world, including India. But if you don’t want to spend so much (travelling abroad to watch animals), you can checkout these top zoos in India. There are some good zoos in India as well, that have plenty of wild animals that will […]
Holi: Festival of Colours in India
When it comes to festivals in India, most foreigners know about Diwali and Holi, the festival of colours. Celebrated usually in the month of March (or late Feb), its the festival of colors and happiness, and the time in indulge in fun. Date: Wed, 13 Mar 2017 Where: All over India, but with lot of […]
BMC Elections: Aamir Khan’s ad promotion for BJP? Congress cries foul
As per state election commission (SEC), political advertisement’s were not allowed after 5.30pm on February 19 (couple of days prior to election day). However Congress party has raised objection to advertisements, featuring Aamir Khan, by an organization, because the organisation has close links with BJP. The ad was issued by an NGO, Mumbai First, urging […]
Shakira was right: Hips don’t lie when it comes to dance moves
When it comes to dance moves, dance moves involving shaking hips are the hottest (as per survey). Fluidity of hips also signals a woman’s fitness and reproductive health. Here are some interesting observations based on the analysis of the dance moves involving women. Reporting in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers found that at least among […]