By – Manya Bhasin The rhythmic beats of the ‘Dhak’-the Bengali dhol, the powerful blowing of the ‘shank’ and the distinctive ‘uludhwani’ fill the air, as Bengalis welcome Maa Durga with devotion and a sense of belonging. For Bengalis it is not only a religious festival, it’s an emotional homecoming of the Goddess, as she […]
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Born in Himachal Pradesh, I find comfort in Chandigarh’s Sukhna Lake, where birds, water and the surrounding hills offer an escape from the demands of everyday life. I have been in love with nature for as long as I can remember. Birds, particularly house sparrows, parrots and peacocks, have always fascinated me. So have rivers […]
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The first time I stepped into a dandiya celebration in Vadodara, I realised how a festival could feel familiar and completely new at the same time. It was 2024, and I had travelled from Jamshedpur, where Navratri meant the unmistakable sound of the dhak, beautifully decorated Durga Puja pandals and visits with family and friends. […]
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Dear gentle reader, Single, still a hopeless romantic. I sometimes wonder if my own love story will ever begin. I remember talking to my best friend about whether I would ever experience the kind of love I have spent years watching on screen. I still don’t have an answer. I know life isn’t a fairytale, […]
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Raghveer Chauhan, who has been working at Captain Amarinder Singh’s Moti Mahal in Patiala for the past 20 years and looks after cows there, has won a Rs 1 crore lottery prize after purchasing a ticket for Rs 7. Chauhan bought the lottery ticket from Phahara Chowk in Patiala. He said he was extremely happy […]
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Artists come together through different forms, colours and stories, creating an exhibition that asks visitors not just to look at the art on display, but to pause, connect and feel. There is something about entering an art gallery that makes time move differently. Outside, life continues at its usual pace fast, demanding and full of […]
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The Chandigarh Bird Park, located in the heart of Chandigarh near Sukhna Lake in Sector 1 , is a serene haven for bird and nature lovers. The park has a diverse range of exotic and native bird species. Notable residents include vibrant Macaws, African Grey Parrots, Golden Pheasants, and colorful Conures, offering visitors an opportunity […]
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The India International Mega Trade Fair (IIMTF) has transformed Parade Ground in Sector 17 into a vibrant showcase of India’s varied crafts, traditions, flavours and entrepreneurial spirit. Held from August 21 to 31, the fair brings together exhibitors from across India and abroad, offering visitors a wide variety of handcrafted decor, textiles, food, books, and […]
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The Sacred bond between a brother and a sister is a conglomeration of priceless childhood memories, unconditional friendship for a lifetime strewn with dollops of playful mischief and rivalry between the siblings. Celebrating the bond is the festival of Raksha Bandhan which is celebrated all over India with a lot of pomp and vigour. A […]
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Rajpura based author Jashan Singh Pawar, who previously worked as a feature writer with national dailies, explores Self-awareness and the importance of connecting with one’s inner self in his debut book, From Birth to Being. Talking to The North News, Jashan, who is currently associated with website development and also runs his own company named […]
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