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Sikkim introduces tourist entry fees to promote sustainable travel

In a move to regulate tourism and support sustainable development, Sikkim has announced it will begin charging an entry fee for tourists. The new regulation aims to manage growing tourist footfall while generating funds for local infrastructure and environmental conservation. While the
March 17, 2025

M. F. Husain: Master maverick with a brush

Born in 1915 in Maharashtra, M. F. Husain began his artistic journey painting Bollywood billboards on the streets of Mumbai. Over time, he became one of India’s most celebrated modern artists, known for his bold strokes, vibrant colours, and ability to capture
March 11, 2025
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Brij Lakshman Sagar, Pali: Ethos of slow living

A meticulously restored 19th-century hunting lodge of the royal family of Raipur, Brij Lakshman Sagar unfolds across 32 acres of untouched countryside. Here, Rajputana grandeur meets sustainable design, creating an immersive retreat beside a tranquil private lake. Twelve independent cottages, crafted from
March 11, 2025
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Jewellery and the Indian bride

Have you ever looked closely at an Indian bride walking into the Mandap, sparkling from head to toe in her wedding jewellery? In India, bridal jewellery isn’t just about looking beautiful…it’s a symbol of heritage, blessings, and new beginnings. When she steps
March 11, 2025
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Baisakhi (April 13)

Baisakhi, celebrated on April 13, is a harvest festival in Punjab, also commemorating the formation of the Khalsa in 1699 by Guru Gobind Singh Ji. The festival is marked by dances like Bhangra and Gidda, bonfires, and traditional foods. It’s a time
March 11, 2025
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Eid-Ul-Fitr (March 31 – April 1)

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
March 11, 2025
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