Jorhat holds 11th Assam Mahotsav to promote culture and traditions
Guwahati – The eleventh edition of the Assam Mahotsav, a two week long annual fair, was organized in Jorhat recently, and provided a window to the culture of the state. More than 100 stalls were set up at the fair by participants from different parts of the country. The stalls displayed a... read more »
People in poorer nations `understand` life better than richer counterparts
Washington – A new study has shown that people residing in poorer countries find greater meaning in life, whereas residents of wealthy nations tend to have greater life satisfaction. The findings suggest that meaning in life may be higher in poorer nations as a result of greater religiosity.... read more »
Hornbill Festival reflects traditional and modern face of Nagaland
Kohima – In an endeavor to promote tourism and preserve the socio-cultural heritage of the Nagas, Kohima played host to the 14th Hornbill Festival of Nagaland recently. During the festival, 16 tribes of Nagaland presented their food, folk dances, music and other arts. The annual festival is... read more »
Kolkata Christmas Festival to begin Dec 20
Kolkata – Scheduled to be inaugurated by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, the Kolkata Christmas Festival beginning Dec 20 here is set to usher in the festive spirit with food, fun an! d carols. The three-day carnival would roll across Park Street, stretching 2.2 km from Free School... read more »
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Kerala’s ancient drama, dance and rhythm in Dubai
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A culture of distrust : How India’s ruling class feeds on paranoia
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18th century ivory furniture on sale at Sotheby’s
London – Two pairs of 18th century chairs and a settee from the same era, custom-made for Warren Hastings, governor general of Bengal from 1772 to 1785, will go under the hammer at... read more »
Kerala classical arts festival starts in Dubai
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