The Various Festivities of Dussehra
Dussehra marks the end of the nine auspicious days of Navratri, and though the festival takes different forms in different parts of the country, the essence remains the same— victory of good over evil. Though it is the last day of the festival,
The Upper Crust
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Feast While You Fast This Navratri
The auspicious nine days of Navratri are celebrated with full devotion and reverence. Some devotees observe an austere nine-day fast during the period to pay tribute to the goddess, consuming only satvik food to purify their minds and bodies. This implies abstinence from
Conjuring up the City of Joy
Kolkata has been the subject of many books. While countless works dwell on the historical and cultural aspects of the city, few really evoke a sense of place and time through personal memory. Kalkatta Chronicles—Rear-View Reflections by Supriya Newar is one such book
The Nuances of Navratri
It is that time of the year once again when people across the country come together to celebrate the nine most auspicious days of the year. Navratri brings nine nights of festivities and fun-filled activities. It also holds great significance, as it symbolises
Leading the Way
An entrepreneur, a quizzer, a writer and a lady who thinks for others—this defines Archana Garodia Gupta. Born in Kolkata in a traditional Marwari environment, Garodia Gupta’s family moved to Delhi when she was five years old. Right from those early years, she
Man About Town
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Festive Fashion from LFW 2019
The Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) is one of the most prestigious fashion events of the country. The recently held Winter Festive edition of LFW saw acclaimed designers showcase their beautiful and innovative collections. With a profusion of classic lehengas and unique ensembles, all
Partners in Growth
Among the hundreds of textile and yarn manufacturing units that dot the Bhilwara skyline, those of the Sharda Group count among the oldest, having been established in 1926 by the late Gajadhar Mansinghka. Carrying his vision and foresight forward, the group has grown
Man of Law
The law profession may have lost some of its erstwhile lustre, but for Hitesh Jain, it was the profession of choice from childhood. A well-known advocate today and the managing partner of Parinam Law Associates, a large tri-city law firm, he has represented