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Google marks festival of Holi with colourful doodle

The festival of Holi celebrates the victory of good over evil.

02 Mar 2018 10:32 AM

Special emphasis will be on high-end parties and elite Holi celebrations.

City anti-narcotic cells to keep tab on cannabis

The ANC officers suspect that demand for cannabis and marijuana might rise during the two-day festival.

28 Feb 2018 7:36 AM

Getting together with family, and preparing delectable sweets and snacks forms one of the major parts of this festival. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here are sweet dishes to liven up your Holi

Take your pick from collection of mouth-watering recipes shared by celebrity chefs and make this Holi all the more special.

27 Feb 2018 3:52 PM

Once all the celebrations get over, first rinse the face with plain water and then apply a cleansing cream or face lotion over it so that it gets clean from deep within. (Photo: Pixabay)

Find out simple rituals to avoid skin, hair damage during Holi

While the festival of colours is a time to enjoy, here are ways to protect your skin before and after the rituals.

27 Feb 2018 10:13 AM

Men wait to be judged on their mullet hairstyles at Mulletfest 2018 in the town of Kurri Kurri, 150 kms north of Sydney on February 24, 2018. (Photo: AFP)

Australian town crowns most impressive hairstyle at inaugural 'Mulletfest'

The highly coveted award for the ‘best mullet of all’ went to Shane ‘Shag’ Hanrahan, who began growing his mane in 1986.

26 Feb 2018 5:46 PM

Traditionally spring flowers ,berries, spices and other plants were used for making coloured Gulal and wet colours from flowers like hibiscus etc.

Find out the dangerous side effects of artificial colours used during Holi

While Holi is popular, there are dangers too associated with event such as blatant use of artificial and bright colours.

26 Feb 2018 10:27 AM

Beauty expert Shahnaz Husain reveals tips to ensure your skin and hair stay healthy this Holi. (Photo: Pixabay)

Dangerous side effects of Holi colours

While washing the hair, first rinse with plenty of plain water to wash away the dry colours and tiny particles of mica.

25 Feb 2018 4:41 PM

People pop confetti during a firecracker ceremony and cultural festival to mark the first day of the Lunar New Year in Chinatown neighborhood in Manhattan, February 16, 2018 in New York City. (Photo: AFP)

Here are some interesting facts about Chinese New Year 2018

Here is what you didn't know.

20 Feb 2018 4:03 PM

Inauguration Ceremony of India Grape Harvest, Wine Festival 2018 was graced at the hands of Aashutosh Rathod, Joint Managing Director, MTDC in the presence of Jagdish Holkar, former Chairman, Indian Grape Processing Board, Devyani Farande, MLA, Anil Kadam, MLA, Manik Kokate, Ex MLA, , Rajesh Jadhav and Nitin Mundaware, RM, Nashik.

MTDC announces “India Grape Harvest, Wine Festival 2018” in Nashik

The festival is part of MTDC’s endeavour to increase Wine and Agro-Tourism.

10 Feb 2018 12:18 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Year-long beach party in Europe

There are many interesting events planned out for the whole year.

06 Feb 2018 11:35 AM

Jaipur to host gourmet food festival

The event is focused on promoting small entrepreneurs to bring their ideas and specialities forward.

17 Jan 2018 9:25 AM

Sagar Island: Devotees take holy dip at the sea shore of Gangasagar Island on Friday. Sadhus and devotees have gathered at Gangasagar for 'holy dip' on the occasion of Makar Sankranti festival. (Photo: PTI)

Over 20 lakh devotees take holy dip on Makar Sankranti

Makar Sankranti is the festival of kites.

14 Jan 2018 11:42 AM

Celebrate Hanukkah with these traditional foods

Find out what the festive foods are during the Jewish celebration.

12 Dec 2017 3:30 PM

DCosta elaborates that a few of the things to look out for this year would include more stages, music, great food and a “much larger Biker Gear shopping area.” (Photo: (c) India Bike Week)

For love of outdoors: Riders celebrate motorcycles at India Bike Week

Martin DCosta, Festival Director, talks about how festival started, highlights this year and how biking scenario has changed.

23 Nov 2017 4:31 PM

TGI Fridays has introduced various vegetarian and non-vegetarian options of nachos to their menu

TGI Friday's offers ultimate nachos in its new food festival!

New addition sees mouthful of tortilla chips with salsa, guacamole and a dollop of sour cream as the perfect companion to chilled beverage.

30 Oct 2017 1:17 PM

Performers participate in the Day of the Dead parade on Mexico City's main Reforma Avenue, Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. (Photo: AP)

After Mexico quakes, Day of the Dead parade honours rescuers

700 performers prepared for months for the colourful afternoon procession along more than 7 km of the expansive Paseo de la Reforma.

29 Oct 2017 2:10 PM

Health alternatives to festive eating

Find out what they are.

17 Oct 2017 2:57 PM

Celebrate this Diwali the eco-friendly way!

Here are some destinations which are the ideal spots for an eco-friendly, pollution-free Diwali.

16 Oct 2017 3:57 PM

Anjali Jena, an upcoming fashion designer based out of Mumbai shares fashion tips to look their best this Diwali.

Here are ways to look your best this Diwali

Fashion expert shares tips for a dazzling look during this Festival of Lights

16 Oct 2017 3:47 PM

To ensure that you enjoy during festivals without putting yourself at risk of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia, we’ve shared a few tips to manage your diabetes. (Photo: Pixabay)

Find out how you can have a sugar-free Diwali

Tips to manage yout diabetes to ensure that you enjoy during festivals without putting yourself at risk of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.

16 Oct 2017 1:11 PM

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