festivals

This year, incorporate natural materials, reusable ornaments, and DIY pieces to create a stylish holiday look that’s both beautiful and responsible.

Across India’s hills, riverbanks and temple towns, winter brings a season of vibrant, culture-rich fairs. From Himalayan trade routes to Bengal’s craft-filled carnivals, these five offbeat melas offer a warm, intimate look at India’s living traditions.

Beyond the snow, these hidden winter festivals shine, bringing together culture, faith, and the spirit of India’s diverse regions.

Turn festivals into moments of connection, care, and wonder with gentle family traditions that inspire sustainability and help children grow closer to the Earth.

India has long celebrated its own versions of Halloween — through light, folklore, and spirit-filled nights. From Bengal’s Bhoot Chaturdashi to Kerala’s Theyyam, discover five Indian festivals that blend mystery, art, and community in ways both ancient and enchanting.

Make Diwali more meaningful for your child with traditions that inspire gratitude, creativity, and care for the world around them. From handmade decorations to acts of kindness, celebrate the festival in a way they will cherish and remember.

Tala Prattoy marks 100 years of Durga Puja in 2025 with the captivating theme Beej Angan. Designed by Bhabatosh Sutar, this eco-friendly and artistic pandal invites visitors to experience a celebration of nature, culture, and faith in the heart of Kolkata.

Holi feels incomplete without the taste of childhood favourites—warm gujiyas, crunchy namak pare, and a glass of chilled thandai. This year, make them at home and share the joy with your loved ones. These simple, delicious recipes will bring back memories and create new ones!

Jayantrao Salgaonkar’s ‘Kalnirnay’ calendars, developed in the '70s, are available in nine languages — Marathi, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi, Tamil and Telugu. Here is their story.

Owing to the global pandemic, several festivals in India including Janmasthami are affected and it is imperative to remain at home. We list simple ways in which you can keep your festive spirit alive