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Sweets, Baths, and Fairs: How Indians Mark the End of Winter
The first fortnight of 2023 is almost over, and with it is going to be over the time of the winter. The Sun leaves th... read more
How a Punjabi Zamindar Became Robinhood in Rebellion Against Akbar
The sun has set; people have started around the bonfire that has just been lit. Plates full of popcorn, peanuts, rewa... read more
Square, Circular, Linear: What Is the Absolute Navaratna Arrangement?
The configuration of the Navagrahas and the Navaratna attributed to them creates a symbolism for the universe. As suc... read more
Thewa: An Open Secret of Gold Jewelry
Elaborate designs painstakingly handcrafted out of thin sheets of gold fused on molten glass—these breathtakingly bea... read more
Indian Weddings Are Evolving. What Has Changed?
If you were to describe Indian weddings in one word, what would it be? Grand? Vibrant? Jamboree? While all of these w... read more
Gold Jewelry Investment: How Indians Successfully Defended Their Centuries-old Practice
Gold has a strong ritualistic context in the Indian subcontinent, being an important part of several religious ceremo... read more
The Ultimate Indian Wedding Rituals Glossary You’ll Ever Need!
If you’re looking for something where you can find absolute fun and frolic, pumped-up music, vivid colors, scrumptiou... read more
1 Demon. 9 Gods. 9 Gemstones: the Story of the Navaratna
In the movie Bajirao Mastani, after Bajirao returns from a triumphant win in a battle against invaders in Bundelkhand... read more
14K, 18K, 22K Gold Jewelry: Which One Is Best for You? (And Why 24K Is Not)
Almost everybody loves a nice piece of gold jewelry. Gold has always been prized for its brightness and aesthetic app... read more
From the Kashmiri Gunus to the Mughal Passa: North Indian Wedding Jewelry You NEED to Know About
The culture of North India is known to follow the Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb (Hindustani for Ganges–Yamuna Culture), a sync... read more
A Fish. A Fruit. A Goddess: Inspirations Behind These Gold Necklaces for Women
Just like the west, the South is also rich in different traditional Indian necklace designs. Being the golden land of... read more
The Guttapusalu Haram Is an Ode to Its Coromandel Origin
South India is known for its opulent jewelry, especially its grand necklace designs, such as the Kasu Malai, Manga Ma... read more
An Indian Bracelet Story You’d Love Reading
In Indian culture, bangles, a type of Indian bracelet, is not just a piece of jewelry—it is considered to be an auspi... read more
5 Maharashtrian Bridal Necklaces That Will Complement Your Wedding Navari
If there is anything that represents the grace and culture of Maharashtra in jewelry, it is the Maharashtrian necklac... read more
The Lands of Royals & Warriors Gave Us These Indian Necklaces
Indian jewelry is composed of an enormous and intricate range of marvels. One distinctive aspect of Indian civilizati... read more
Why Bangles and Bracelets Are Important to Indian Cultures
India, more than any other nation on Earth, can probably take pride in a tradition of jewelry design that dates back ... read more
As Varied as Its Culture, These Indian Necklaces Represent the Country’s Diversity
If somebody were to ask you to name a few culturally diverse countries, India would definitely make it to the list. A... read more
Choker or Satlada? Your Guide to Choosing the Right Necklace Design for Your Neckline
As important as the right neckline is for your blouse, so is the right necklace, because let's face it—not every neck... read more