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The National Insignia of India
The National Insignia of India

Insignia is the plural of Latin word “insigne” which means emblem, symbol, is a symbol or token of personal power, status or office, or of an official body of government or jurisdiction. Insignia are especially used as an emblem of a specific or general authority. Here we’ll get to know about the national Insignia of India. There are about 10 National Insignia namely Flag, Anthem, Emblem, Song, Sport, Tree, Flower, Fruit, Bird and Animal. To keep length of page a little short I’ve divided it into parts, where in First part we’ll know about Flag, Anthem, Emb... Read more »

Different types of Lassi-Recipes and Videos
Different types of Lassi-Recipes and Videos

Lassi is a traditional Indian beverage, originally from Punjab, made by blending yogurt with water, salt, and spices until frothy. Traditional lassi is sometimes flavored with ground roasted cumin. The Lassi of the Punjab sometimes uses a little milk and is topped with a thin layer of malai, a clotted cream, also known as Devonshire cream. Lassis are enjoyed chilled as a hot-weather refreshment. Sweet lassi is a more recent invention, flavored with sugar, rosewater and/or mango, strawberry, pineapple, lychee or other any fruit juice. Read more »

Palace on Wheels: A Picture Gallery
Palace on Wheels: A Picture Gallery

Palace on Wheels, as name says is truly a running Palace on Wheels. If you are thinking of a luxurious vacation in India and have about a week to splurge in the royalty, then Taking a tour to Rajasthan and Agra on the Palace on Wheels would be the best option. The Train takes you to an extravagant journey of a lifetime. The total duration of the tour is spread over 7 nights and 8 days. The highlights of the tour include lunch / dinner at 5 star palace hotels of Rajasthan, Sightseeing and the stay in ethnically decorated saloons of the train. Lets have a look at the pictures of Palace on W... Read more »

Nose Rings...not just a Fashion Statement in India
Nose Rings...not just a Fashion Statement in India

While to most a nose ring may seems like a fashion statement, in India, it's an age old tradition that's heads back centuries and has significance even today. Read more »

Historical Monuments of India: Doors and Gateways
Historical Monuments of India: Doors and Gateways ...

India is a land of monumental heritage. The famous monuments, doors and gateways are the speaking stones of India?s bona fide historical and architectural details and always attract tourists across the globe. They are the silent witness of India since it was in the hand of British Raj. Here is brief information about some of famous doors and gateways of India which you will love to visit and explore on your trip to this country. Read more »

JRD Tata: A True Story
JRD Tata: A True Story

'BE NICE TO PEOPLE ON YOUR WAY UP, FOR YOU NEVER KNOW, WHOM YOU WILL MEET, ON YOUR WAY DOWN'-is the moral of this true story about the late JRD Tata. Read more »

The Best Secret Beaches in India
The Best Secret Beaches in India

If asked about the Best Beaches of India you'll hear of the most popular beaches in Goa like Anjuna Beach, Calangute Beach, Colva Beach or even the Marina Beach, Chennai or Kovalam Beach in Kerala but are these really the Best Beaches in India??....I think not! They certainly are good beaches with a lot of people, excitement and things to do....but if you see some of the lesser known beaches that India has to offer you'd agree that they are not the Best of them. To me the Best Beaches would be secluded palm-fringed beaches with pristine golden sand, clear blue waters, beautiful sunset, n... Read more »


Hottest Upcoming Residential Properties in South Mumbai

Hottest Upcoming Residential Properties in Sout...

South Mumbai, also known as Town, is considered the most posh area of Mumbai. It has all the places of historical importance, wide and sm...


The Taste of Rajasthan - Dal, Bati & Churma

The Taste of Rajasthan - Dal, Bati & Churma

Dal bati Churma is the Rajasthani cuisine popular not only in India but across the world. This is a dish for special occasion. Batis rese...

Take a Ride : Mumbai Local Trains

Take a Ride : Mumbai Local Trains

Mumbai’s local trains are popularly known as the lifeline of the financial capital of India.Carrying more than 6.1 million passeng...

The Must Have from a North Indian Dhaba Menu

The Must Have from a North Indian Dhaba Menu

If you get a chance to dine at atypical Dhaba (road side restaurant), following are the dishes which are on the must have on the menu. Dh...

Hyderabad, India: Top Tourist Attractions

Hyderabad, India: Top Tourist Attractions

Hyderabad is a city located in the State of Andhra Pradesh in India and is also the State?s capital. One of the biggest and most populous...

Top 5 Unique 19th Century Hotel Buildings in India: A Culmination of Luxury and Legacy

Top 5 Unique 19th Century Hotel Buildings in In...

Most of the 19th century hotels in India dates back to the era of colonial British Raj in India.these hotels, most of which were original...

A Relaxing Dip in Luxury and Royalty

A Relaxing Dip in Luxury and Royalty

India is a beautiful land full of diversities and popular as a hot tourist spot. Tourism industry in India has seen tremendous growth in ...

What You Didn't Know About Mumbai

What You Didn't Know About Mumbai

Mumbai is the capital city of Indian state of Maharashtra and financial capitl of India. It is also the largest metropolitan city in Indi...

Two-Wheelers for Indian Women

Two-Wheelers for Indian Women

In recent years, Indian automobile industry has seen a dynamic growth especially in Two-wheeler segment. India is the second largest prod...

Leave Applications as Never Seen Before

Leave Applications as Never Seen Before

Remember those days when we were in school and we learnt how to write letters and applications? Well I guess not many of us remember the ...

Best Fabric Destinations in India

Best Fabric Destinations in India

The geo-climatic and bio diversity of India has given birth to myriad of textiles and weaving pattern throughout India. The textile tradi...

Rasgulla - A traditional syrup based dessert of Bengal

Rasgulla - A traditional syrup based dessert of...

Rasgulla - A very popular Bengali sweet, which is soft, Juicy & Spongy made from milk and the most popular sweet delicacy in Calcutta as ...

Pune Warriors India, 2011 IPL Squad

Pune Warriors India, 2011 IPL Squad

Pune Warriors India is a franchise cricket team and plays in the IPL (Indian Premier League) representing the city of Pune, Maharashtra. ...

Most common style of wearing a saree

Most common style of wearing a saree

A Saree is the simplest and the most elegant attire worn by women in India. The practicality, simplicity and the elegance makes the 6 met...

Places to See in Pune

Places to See in Pune

Pune, a mix of ancient and modern culture, the cultural capital of Maharashtra is a cosmopolitan city that lures thousands of visitors ev...

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