We can all agree that 2021 was an uphill battle that affected everyone, but we can hope for things to get better with the arrival of the new year. Speaking of which, you must have been busy the whole month planning for the christmas and holidays, hence planning a new year’s eve on short notice...Read More
Australia is all set to celebrate Diwali
Indian Diaspora is getting ready to celebrate Diwali, the “festival of lights,” after a particularly dark year. On November 4th, Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs worldwide will commemorate the occasion, which honours new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil. On top of long-term local lockdowns in Australia, the Australian population has also had to...Read More
Woolworths helps customers celebrate Diwali with expanded South Asian product range
Diwali preparations are now made easier and more convenient with special South Asian products available in selected Woolworths stores across the country. Diwali occupies an unparalleled place in the hearts of people and Woolworths has embraced the importance of the role food plays during Diwali by offering tailored products for the South Asian community, available...Read More
Diwali, the festival of light is one of the most popular and widely celebrated festivals in the world. Besides India, where it all began, Diwali is also celebrated by Indians residing in countries like Malaysia, US, Nepal, Africa, Australia, Britain, Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, Fiji, Mauritius, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Japan, Thailand, Singapore and Indonesia. Let’s...Read More
The festival of Holi brings excitement; it brings laughter, gunjiyas, gulal, pichkaris, and thandai. It brings out the kid in adults. It brings out the kid in kids too. The traditional game of colours hides inherent dangers for children, but with a little preparation by parents, there is no need to worry. Gulal (or Abir...Read More
Tradition is the hallmark of diversity. Whether it be the Christian exchange of gifts at Christmas or the Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca (otherwise known as Hajj), religious holidays are steeped in custom. This is equally true for the Hindu festival of Holi. While many hold religious Holi ceremonies, for others, Holi is more of a...Read More
Bura Na Mano Covid Hai
The Hindu Festival of Colours, otherwise known as ‘Holi’, dates back to the fourth century and marks the beginning of spring after the long winter. Many see it as symbolic of the triumph of good over evil. Marked with great excitement, it is widely celebrated in March, which is parallel to the Hindu calendar month...Read More
Christmas, the most magical time of the year, and the most expensive… For many of us, making Christmas the perfect, memorable experience for our loved ones can be a stressful day, especially if we don’t have an unlimited budget at our disposal. However, as many Christmas movies are fond of telling us, Christmas isn’t about...Read More
Where to celebrate ‘Holi’ in Australia
Are you an Indian who has just landed in Australia? Or you have been living in Australia for a long time and want to enjoy the upcoming Holi. Be it any reason; you would be amazed to know that Australia celebrates different cultures as well as makes allowances for the Indian community to celebrate their festival...Read More
Christmas is fun and should be a dull moment. Christmas doesn’t have to get boring once all the turkey has been eaten, all the batteries have run out on new toys, and all the wrapping sheet disposed of, No! So, get creative this yuletide and play any of these seven Christmas games with your family...Read More