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With Maharashtra’s Assembly elections around the corner, the state’s administration has implemented a strict four-day liquor ban across major cities, including Mumbai, Pune, and Thane. This decision is aimed at ensuring a fair and orderly voting process for the upcoming elections. Here’s a closer look at why this ban is in place and what residents…

As the holiday season approaches and the countdown to Christmas begins, Novotel Guwahati hosted its most awaited and joyous “Cake Mixing Ceremony” on 15 November, 2024, enveloping the air with the enchanting fragrance of delightful holiday cheer. Dry fruits including cashew nut, almond, cherry, pistachios, berries, marmalade, black raisin, raisin, walnuts, prune and dry orange…

In Visakhapatnam’s Kummari Veedhi, 93-year-old Srikakulam Pardes is a living testament to India’s rich pottery heritage. As the last traditional potter in his community, he preserves a craft that dates back generations, using a simple potter’s wheel to create beautiful clay items. Each year, ahead of Deepavali, Pardes handcrafts deepams (oil lamps) and flower pots,…

Assam handicrafts are a treasured part of India’s rich artisan heritage, showcasing the skill and creativity of its local artisans. Known for intricate craftsmanship and deep cultural significance, these handicrafts include textiles, bamboo and cane work, pottery, and jewelry, each representing the vibrant cultural history of Northeast India. The state’s artisan legacy is a living…

Sustainable travel is about exploring the world responsibly, minimizing your environmental impact, and supporting local communities. As travelers become more conscious of their footprint, eco-friendly tourism has grown in popularity, encouraging choices that benefit the planet and preserve destinations for future generations. Here are some practical green travel tips for those looking to make a…

Bengaluru, October 24, 2024:bigbasket is transitioning into a full-stack quick commerce player, bringing more than just groceries to the doorsteps of its customers. This transition reflects bigbasket’s commitment to expanding its quick commerce offerings in Tier 2 markets, where customers are increasingly demanding a wider selection of quality products from top brands in the shortest…

East Jaintia Hills, 24th October 2024: Reinforcing its commitment to uplift rural communities through skill development and sustainable livelihoods, Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Ltd (DCBL) has launched an initiative to promote ‘kitchen gardening’ among households in East Jaintia Hills. In partnership with the Meghalaya Rural…

The week-long Gandhi Shilp Bazar, a vibrant celebration of traditional handlooms and handicrafts, was inaugurated today at Urban Haat, Rajabari, Dimapur. Organized by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) through the Handicrafts Service Centre, Kohima, the event will run from October 21 to October 27, 2024, featuring 11 handloom weavers and 40 handicraft artisans…

The traditional pottery of Assam is a beautiful reflection of the state’s rich cultural heritage, deeply rooted in the craftsmanship of the Kumhar community. For generations, the Kumhars have shaped the history of Assam pottery art, creating delicate yet functional earthenware that has served both practical and ritualistic purposes. However, in today’s rapidly modernizing world,…

Tezpur, 4th October 2024: Pepperfry, the leading e-commerce furniture and home decor company, announces the launch of its new Store in Tezpur, Assam. The offline expansion is in line with the company’s aim to penetrate into niche markets and strengthen its omnichannel consumer engagement in home and living space in India. Pepperfry’s store footprint currently…
