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Eid-Ul-Fitr, observed on March 31 and April 1, marks the end of Ramadan with prayers, feasts, and charity. The celebration starts with a special mosque prayer, followed by family gatherings, gift exchanges, and joyous meals. The spirit of Eid is focused on

Gangaur, celebrated on March 31, is a vibrant festival dedicated to Goddess Gauri, symbolising marital bliss and fertility. Women observe fasting and prayers for their husbands’ well-being, while unmarried girls pray for a good spouse. The festival features colourful processions, folk dances,

Holi, celebrated across India, is a festival that symbolizes joy, unity, and the arrival of spring. Known for its colour-throwing celebrations, the festival also features traditional rituals such as the Holika Dahan, where bonfires are lit to mark the triumph of good

The much-loved Kala Ghoda Arts Festival (KGAF) is set to return in 2025, bringing a vibrant blend of art, culture, and creativity to Mumbai. Scheduled to take place from February 3 to February 11, the festival will be held across iconic venues

The vibrant skies of Gujarat came alive as 143 participants from 47 countries joined the International Kite Festival, showcasing a kaleidoscope of colors and creativity. Held annually, this celebrated event transforms the state into a global hub for kite enthusiasts and cultural

The International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad, celebrated during Makar Sankranti, marks the sun’s transition into Capricorn and the arrival of longer days. Rich in cultural significance, it symbolises hope, prosperity, and community unity. Held annually, the festival transforms Gujarat’s skies into a

The Kala Ghoda Art Festival in Mumbai is a premier event celebrating art, culture, and heritage in the historic Kala Ghoda district. The festival features an array of visual arts, music, dance, theatre, literature, and culinary experiences. It transforms the area into

In India, Christmas is celebrated all over the country with great enthusiasm specially in cities like Goa, Kochi, North-East states and Kolkata. Goa, known for its lively celebrations, features beautiful decorations, beach parties, and midnight Mass services. In Kochi, the Christmas festivities

On September 28, 2024, the Nehru Trophy Boat Race will light up the backwaters of Alappuzha, Kerala, with an exhilarating display of traditional snake boat racing. This annual event, named after India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, is one of the most