Bharatanatyam is a classic Indian dance form widely known for its grace, purity and vibrant nature. Earlier known to have thrived in Southern Indian, later it spread to other parts of the world. The dance was meant for the courts of kings and queens are now the epitome of Indian cultural expression. In the past, it was practised by the 'devadasis'. Bharatnatyam is a Sanskrit word which implies the dance of India. It signifies man's search for God and his lasting wish to meet the Almighty. Its beautiful poses are practiced by danc... Read More...

Lord Krishna is a Hindu God known for his divine powers and enigmatic persona. He is considered an ‘avatar ‘of Lord Vishnu (another powerful Indian God), and according to the Bhagavata Purana is known as the Svayam Bhagavan or supreme Lord. Krishna is often portrayed and described in the Puranas as a young boy, playing the flute. The people pray him with different names like Prankster, God child, Supreme Being, model hero and divine hero. Some of the traditional scriptures which describe about this divine god are Bhagavata Puran... Read More...

 Makar-Sankranti or uttarayan or Pongal - as it is known in most parts of India- is a harvest festival. It falls mostly on the 14th of January every year when the sun enters the northern hemisphere. Sugarcane, guava and ber (Indian jujube) are the few fruits commonly served especially in the festival of Makar-Sankranti, besides various other foods to bring in the new harvest. Let us understand the nutritional significance of these fruits. Read More...

The transition of sun towards the north and south are termed the Uttarayanana and Dakshinayana respectively. In Hinduism this transition is of great importance. The festival of Pongal is marked with the beginning of Uttarayanana. Pongal is celebrated on January 14th of every year without any changes. If it is Pongal in the south then it is Makara Sankranthi in the north. It’s the event of sun entering the Capricorn zodiac. During Pongal the temples are full of sounds of the bells, drums and clarinets. Pongal symbolizes a plentiful and joy... Read More...

An individual understands the importance of comic timing from the time when he or she was a child. It is noticed that certain responses and one-liners when said in a group of people as a child used to leave everyone laughing.  For a confident and cute kid, people tend to appreciate the humour more and even silly jokes are laughed at. On the other hand, when one gets older they realize that though they say something which as per them is funny and expecting people will laugh at it, they realise that they do not even get a smile. As an adult ... Read More...

There are many moments in life when we wish only if we could see our future and decide as to what we should decide or choose. Be it a business investment, or choosing a marriage alliance, being an Indian we take care of every tradition, the good omens and stray away from the bad ones. Astrology is a well-known and time tested method of gaining a peek into the possibilities of the future and has been helping people since years, in arriving at their decision and making them concrete. Most of the people in India are familiar of the predictions ... Read More...

In the age of more than 150 years Mumbai has experienced many exhibitions and innumerable trade fairs. It is the city of glam which each day exposes several platforms and has helped blossom several talents in the industry. Mumbai is called the big hearted city as it embraces all and never disappoints any, amid the lustrous life it shares. Many artists have incubated and acclimatized to the city life of Mumbai and have come to love it too. The place not only proposes to be the city for art and film-making but has also evolved as a popular cor... Read More...

Though the historical significance is not clear, the April fool day is observed in several nations across the world. Some communities have a different day for the practical jokes but it is seen to be observed by almost every community on this planet. Some references are found in different scripts and is said to be among the oldest and clear indications of such a celebration. Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales that is a collection of stories from that era has a clear reference of such a celebration which people have perceived to be falling on Apri... Read More...

Rangoli is a decorative art from India, which is folk in its origin. Rangoli's are decorative designs drawn on the floors of the entrance or in the courtyards of Hindu households. They are done usually during Hindu festivals to welcome the Hindu deities into their homes. This ancient art form has been passed on from generation to generation, from mother to daughter, keeping the art of Rangoli drawing very much alive and vibrant. Rangoli designs are also said to bring good luck to a household. The basic materials used are wet or ground r... Read More...

Rangoli making is an Indian practice of decorating the house on festive occasions. It must have started in the past when decorating the floors, and courtyards of the houses and places of worship on festive days were a sacred ritual. It is also believed that the ritual started with the blessings of the BRAHAMA the god of creation in the Indian trinity of gods to a king who had lost his beloved son. The whole kingdom along with the king fell into mourning and praying. The Brahma took pity on the mourners and instructed the king to draw the portra... Read More...

Bollywood actress Aarti Chabria was one of the celebrities present at the Splendour collection launch hosted by Nisha Jamwal in Mumbai. One more prominent Bollywood actress, Shamita Shetty also made her presence felt at the Splendour collection launch Fashion designer Nisha Jamwal also dawned one of her collection dresses at the event.   Fashion designer Nisha Jamwal flanked by bollywood actresses Aarti Chabria and Shamita Shetty at Splendour collection launch. Fashion designer Nisha Jamwal must have surely felt obliged by... Read More...

More than just arts and crafts, fabric painting helps you sharpen your creative skills and come up with exemplary designs on various household items including tablecloths, curtains, bed sheets, pillow and cushion covers, T-shirts, kurtis, blouse and lots more.  Fabric painting offers endless options of creating different innovative items given that you choose the right kind of fabric. While fabrics like satin and polyester offer good painting opportunities, natural fabric like cotton and silk are considered the best. You can also use a... Read More...