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Durga Puja Delicacies
Durga Puja Delicacies

Durga Puja, a ten day festival is celebrated with great religious observance. The festival is marked with a number of rituals that are followed since time immortal. Dedicated to the worship of female divinity Ma Durga who is known to have killed mighty demon king Mahishasura, Durga Puja is the festival of victory of good against evil. The celebration is a grand affair in West Bengal state of India and several other states including Tripura, Assam and Orissa. Bengalis from all over the country adorn themselves with new clothes, accessories and indulge in feasting, which is a delight of Durga... Read more »

Munnar - A Hill Station in God’s Own Country (In Pictures)
Munnar - A Hill Station in God’s Own Country (In Pic...

Munnar is the most picturesque hill station of Kerala. Munnar is a honeymooner's paradise, lover's spot and a place to relax and enjoy the natural beauty. The moments spend in Munnar will be cherished all life long. Following are a few photographs that display the lush green tea gardens and landscape of the city. Munnar is undoubtedly the best and a must visit Hill station to be seen by every tourist coming to India. ? Take a look at the dazzling beauty of the place. Read more »

Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh
Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh

? Manmohan Singh, Prime Minister of India since May 22, 2005, is the only Prime Minister not elected to office. He was the only suitable candidate in the Congress-led coalition party when they won the elections in 2005. An Economist by profession, he has held the post of External Affairs Minister, Finance Minister as well as the Governor of Reserve Bank of India before becoming the Prime Minister. He is known as one of the influential persons in the history of India and has also won the award of 'Outstanding Parliamentarian' in 2002. His claim to fame was when he introduced the Liberal ... Read more »

The Rich and Delicious Awadhi Cuisine
The Rich and Delicious Awadhi Cuisine

Awadhi cuisine hails from the city of Nawabs, Lucknow. Lucknow is also the capital city of North Indian State Uttar Pradesh. Most of the dishes and cooking style of Lucknow is inspired from the Mughlas. The Awadhi cuisine includes both Vegetarian and Non-vegetarian delights prepared in exotic spices and garnished with dry fruits. Dry fruits in the dishes symbolized the prosperity and were a sign of royalty. Mughals used a variety of spices in their cooking and it is cultivated in Awadhi Cuisine as well. The Chefs of Awadh transformed the traditional dastarkhwan (ceremonial dining spread... Read more »

The 7 Wonders of India
The 7 Wonders of India

The Seven Wonders of India initiative was held nationwide with states clubbed under 16 clusters. After the commencement of this campaign, seven top wonders in each state cluster were declared. A top wonder was then chosen as a nominee from each of these states for the final seven wonders of India. The “Seven Wonders” are: the Red Fort, Jaisalmer Fort, Nalanda University, Sun Temple of Konark, Meenakshi Temple, Dholavira site and Khajuraho, Tawang Monastery in Arunachal Pradesh and the Golden Temple in Amritsar. Read more »

Nainital - The glittering jewel in the Himalyan necklace
Nainital - The glittering jewel in the Himalyan neck...

Tucked away in the Kumaon foothills of the Himalayas at an altitude of 1,938 meters, Nainital is one of the most charismatic hill stations that India harbors. Its enchanting panorama, sprinkled with natural resplendence in the form of varicolored coppices and dazzling almond-shaped lakes has earned it the well-merited moniker of ‘Lake Paradise’. The garlanded beauty of the place beckons day-trippers, nature-seekers, and travel enthusiasts all across India. Especially, for North Indian denizens, Nainital holds an inimitable charm and forms the perfect retreat from cacophony and ... Read more »

Metros - Cities that never sleep
Metros - Cities that never sleep

India is country full of a mixture of cultures, religions, languages and people from different strata of society.The climates vary from north to south and so does the food and the style of dressings. There is also a huge divide of rural and urban areas in the country. Still there are villages which do not have the basic amenities of electricity and on the other hand cities like Mumbai can blind you with huge, brightly lit billboards and streets. So in this land of contradictions, life continues to throb and people still pursue to make ends meet. Lets take a look at the famous cities in Ind... Read more »


Water Parks and Resorts in Pune

Water Parks and Resorts in Pune

Pune is a cultural and historical capital of Maharashtra with many places of tourist attraction in around the city. It is very difficult ...


Hindu Deities- All about the Goddesses

Hindu Deities- All about the Goddesses

Hinduism as a religion is called as `apauruseya` which means of impersonal origin. Hindu Gods are also known as such, they are eternal de...

Satyajit Ray: Truth and Trivia

Satyajit Ray: Truth and Trivia

During Tagore?s days it seems many mother would go to Tagore and get their newborns named by him. He would give them a name and dedicate ...

The Crispy Crepe of South India

The Crispy Crepe of South India

Dosa is a very popular dish in Indian subcontinent. It is a southern delicacy but its origin is still unclear. It is believed that it ori...

Where to stay when you are in Jaipur

Where to stay when you are in Jaipur

"Jaipur The Royal City of Rajasthan Below we have listed a few of the Jaipur Hotels

5 Highest Individual Match Scores by Indian Batsman in ICC World Cup Cricket 2011

5 Highest Individual Match Scores by Indian Bat...

World Cup Cricket is the most awaited event in the world of Cricket. It is by far the biggest event for every cricketer and all cricket f...

Maharashtrian Sweet Dishes

Maharashtrian Sweet Dishes

Maharashtrian (or Marathi) cuisine is cuisine of, those from the state of Maharashtra. Where food is concerned the range and variety are ...

Tata Nano's Bumpy Ride in Indian Market

Tata Nano's Bumpy Ride in Indian Market

Tata Nano, world?s cheapest car was launched in India? in March 2009. It is? an inexpensive, rear-engined, four-passenger city car built ...

Corbett National Park Weekend Stay

Corbett National Park Weekend Stay

Corbett National Park in India is the most popular of all the national parks of India. It is a?popular and famous wildlife destination i...

Timeless Grace of Banarsi Sarees

Timeless Grace of Banarsi Sarees

The holy city of Banaras is a touristed destination for spiritual travelers. The first few things that comes to our mind when we think of...

Upcoming Bikes in India in 2009

Upcoming Bikes in India in 2009

The two-wheeler industry is booming in India. Last year we have seen major two wheeler giants entering in Indian market. India has now be...

Dr. Manmohan Singh's Resume

Dr. Manmohan Singh's Resume

This is the best resume one can ever see in his / her life. The Prime Minister of India Dr. Manmohan Singh is probably the most qualified...

Your Search for Beautiful Rangoli Design Ends Here

Your Search for Beautiful Rangoli Design Ends Here

We all know that its the festive time and all of us want to decorate our house. To decorate the entrance and veranda I can not think anyt...

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. Tradit...

Popular Street Foods in Pune

Popular Street Foods in Pune

Puneites love their food, be it simple rice with vegetables and lentils or a snack straight from the street stalls. On the streets of Pun...

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