Tag: culture
The humbling namaste a divine connection
Namaste. Even if you do not use it yourself, you have probably heard it said many times. The young say it to the old...
Celebrating Buddha Purnima
Significance of Buddha Purnima or Vesak
Buddhists from all over the world are getting ready to celebrate Buddha Purnima or Vaishakh Purnima or Vesak, which...
When Delhi beckons
Delhi means so many things to so many people. For people living in Delhi, no other place compares to it. Having spent my childhood...
Thrissur Pooram – Kerala’s festive fiesta
The month of April-May (‘Medom’ in Malayalam) is the season of ‘poorams’ (festivals) in Kerala. For culture enthusiasts, this is the best time to...
Grand finale to 8th Theatre Olympics in Mumbai
Mumbai: After a glorious run of 51 days across 17 Indian cities, the historic event – the 8th Theatre Olympics - drew to a...
Khamoshi Sili Sili – enthralling Mumbai’s theatre lovers
They say you can regret your words, but never your silence. Indeed, silence sometimes speaks much louder than words, caressing softly when the starkness...