India is gearing up to celebrate its 70th Republic Day on 26th January 2019, a day that commemorates the coming to effect of the Constitution of India. The event is celebrated with a great aplomb every year, with several esteemed national and international politicians and diplomats gracing the occasion. The Republic Day parade, displaying colourful floats from different states « Continue Reading »
When immortality is on offer, everyone wants a piece, and in case of Kumbh Mela of India, a dip. We know not whether the millions of devotees, who travel to Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik district (Nashik and Trimbak) and Ujjain in India to bathe in the holy waters and be « Continue Reading »
Thousands of spiritual travellers are flying to India from all over the world during the Kumbh Mela, a mass spiritual fair celebrated with much zeal. A pilgrimage of faith for Hindus, it is recognised as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. The Ardh Kumbh Mela will be held « Continue Reading »
One of the largest literary festivals in the Asia Pacific, the Jaipur Literature Festival sees eminent world personalities, having distinguished careers as writers, thinkers, humanitarians, politicians, business leaders, sports people and entertainers come together for this five day literary extravaganza. More than a million book lovers patronise the Pink City’s iconic Diggi Palace Hotel for participating in hundreds of « Continue Reading »
The arrival of a New Year is an exciting time around the world but there are a few places where festivities are crazier, more exciting and the most memorable. Ask anyone who has been in Vegas for the New Year celebrations and they’ll tell you that the Strip welcomes party-goers with some of the most happening New « Continue Reading »
Diwali, the festival of lights, marking the victory of good over evil, is not only one of the biggest festivals to be celebrated in India but has now found enthusiastic participants around the world. Attracting people with colourful and vibrant rituals attached to it, the festival is not only restricted to the Indian Diaspora abroad but extends arms to « Continue Reading »
If travel looks on cards for you in November, there’s tonnes that is happening around the world in the month. Ranging from the hottest parties of the year to the coolest festivals and from the most vibrant fairs in the world to the most exciting cruises, here’s all that you can sign up for in November. It’s the Ship, Singapore « Continue Reading »