Diwali celebrations in Maharashtra would be incomplete without the making of the killa, a playful ritual rooted in tradition and creativity, where children and adults come together to craft miniature forts made using mud, sand and clay.
Sri Lanka stays with you not just in memory, but gently reminds you what a society can achieve when heart and heritage guide the way.
From using lavender in traditional Dogri embroidery to making essential oils, beauty products and food syrups infused with this flowering plant, Bhaderwah, once known for its maize fields, is embracing lavender to bring about an economic transformation to their small town.
From drone-lit skies and gemstone rangolis to fragrance journeys and theatrical thalis, India's new-age festive events blend heritage with high-tech spectacle to create memories that feel both intimate and unforgettable.
A roadside eatery in Muzaffarnagar, India, was vandalized by a group of Kanwariyas after they allegedly found onions in their food. The owners are now facing financial ruin.
This isn't just a home for the elderly. It's a place where life stories, generations, and cultures weave themselves into something quietly extraordinary, discovers Nitin Sathe.
Bewitching fragrances and a symphony of sounds would herald the arrival of Chauthi in the Someshwar home.
A fusion rice with colourful vegetables and paneer that makes for a wonderful lunch or tiffin.
What Subhash does is make friends through flowers, spreading the fragrance of love and affection.
These crunchy, sugar-coated puri-like sweets are a significant part of the mahaprasad offered at the Jagannath temple in Odisha.
The factory, which had become synonymous with Vile Parle station, is being shut down due to lowering production output
'We are Indians irrespective whether we are Punjabi, Gujarati, Bengali, Malayali or Tamilian.' 'I am the best example of this integration.'
Stunning landscapes, natural beauty, clean beaches, cultural wealth, mouth-watering food, shopping options, safety for solo travellers, warm hospitality, easy visas, and connectivity make Vietnam a must-visit destination, discovers Ramesh Menon.
Crispy, light chicken cutlets make for a great dinner course.
'It was as if the sacred waters were washing away not just my sins but also my doubts and burdens,' says Aayushi Agarwal.
Last week, two wild card contestants entered the Bigg Boss 18 house but only one is making their presence felt.
Film families celebrate Diwali with memorable pictures on social media.
Customised restaurant recreations, cafe setups, pop-ups by Michelin-star chefs, bespoke table linens with monograms and couple-themed hashtags.
You can e-mail your pictures to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Lord Ganesha Pix) with your name, location and details about your Lord Ganesha and we will publish the best entries right here on Rediff.com.
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A fragrant, spiced yoghurt-cashew curry is the place for fillets of rohu.
Jaggery and wheat come together to make the fastest and most perfect Diwali sweet.
'The air would be filled with the aroma of biryani and kheer getting ready in the kitchen, and the visitors would overflow from the lobby and drawing room into the garden.'
This special Maharashtrian sweet is made by the CKP community just before Ganesh Chaturthi.
This sweet is vegan, gluten-free and not very sugary.
When in Landour, discovers Supriya Newar, one of the most important things to do and that too in large measures, is to do nothing at all.
Alamelu Vairavan Wisconsin-based culinary instructor and author introduces readers to the lesser-known delicacies of a Chettinad kitchen.
A gourmet recipe of Shikampuri kebabs and several more for kebab preparations.
When AI is used to enhance operational efficiency, businesses can deliver the same product or service but with improved quality, faster, or even at a reduced cost
This Muri Ghonto recipe has its origins in former East Bengal, present-day Bangladesh.
'The local support from our MP is nil. He never comes to see our farms.'
This extra-garlicky Sindhi spinach smells heavenly and goes with just about anything.
Time to bring out your chef's hat and whip up a Christmas delicacy that's no-fuss, no-sweat and utterly deicious.
From the Himalayan Butter Tea to Hyderabad's dessert-like Irani Chai, the many varieties of Indian tea are truly surprising!
With the mango season finally here, treat your kids to a dessert on skewers.
