India is a culturally diverse country, and this shows in the innumerable different ways that individuals greet one another in its diverse states. As much as “Namaste” is common knowledge, there exist specific greetings per state that signify local tradition and culture. Besides improving communication, learning these salutations builds an appreciation for the different cultures…
In the days leading up to a wedding, a Gujarati bride participates in a ritual known as Mameru or Mosalu. Her maternal uncles pay a visit to her house, offering her rich gifts like traditional sarees, jewellery, sweets, and many other items in beautiful baskets. Here families and friends gather in happy dances with these…
A fire ripped through the neonatal unit of a hospital in northern India, killing 10 newborns and injuring 17, the authorities said. Emergency responders rescued 38 newborns from the ward, which housed 49 infants at the time of the incident, said Uttar Pradesh state’s Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Saturday. The fire broke out…
Chhath Puja fever has officially made its way across the globe, with Indian-Americans in Virginia gathering in large numbers to celebrate this deeply revered festival. Originally rooted in the heartlands of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand, Chhath Puja is now a global event as communities continue to honour its rituals and spread its magic far…
