Villagers in Assam's Batiapara are gearing up for the Bihu festival, emphasizing tradition and community unity. The event ...

Know about the unique traditions and significance of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, and Pongal—India’s vibrant winter harvest ...

In Maharashtra, the motto is "Tilgul ghya, god god bola" (Take sesame and jaggery, speak sweetly). Women exchange sweets and ...

The winter season in Assam is the time when Magh Bihu is celebrated which is a festival of feasting on the nutritious local ...

If you like exploring local cultures and cuisines, Assam offers unique experiences – from the traditional Bihu festival to savouring ‘pitha’, ‘khorika’, and ‘aloo pitika’, there’s ...

Animal rights organisation PETA has welcomed the Gauhati High Court order banning buffalo and bulbul fights in Assam throughout ... during the Bhogali Bihu festival in January.

Bookmark stories for easy access on any device or the Swarajya app. Instead of a blanket ban, a more effective solution would be to establish clear regulations ensuring the humane treatment of ...

The Gauhati High Court quashed an Assam government SOP of last year that permitted buffalo and bulbul fights during the Magh Bihu festival, stating that if it wanted to allow these traditional ...

Makar Sankranti is celebrated with a lot of spirit across India, but each region has its own special name and rituals.

In a bid to ensure safer travel during the upcoming Magh Bihu festival, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has unveiled a series of enhanced road safety measures. The initiative is aimed at ...

Delhi Will Have Three Dry Days In January January 14 (Makar Sankranti): A major Hindu festival celebrating the sun god Surya.