Magic of Banarasi sari recreated on ramp (With Images)
August 30th, 2012 - 6:18 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 30 (IANS) It was an evening dedicated to Benarasi saris where exquisite range of handwoven saris made in the oldest temple city in the country were presented ... Read more...
Posted in Entertainment |
From Seoul with love - customised tablet for PM
March 26th, 2012 - 4:25 pm ICT by IANS
Seoul, March 26 (IANS) When Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh returns home, he will be carrying a tech-savvy souvenir to mark his visit -- Samsung's latest tablet computer with ... Read more...
Posted in World |
Rohit Bal’s grand finale gets standing ovation
March 7th, 2012 - 2:32 am ICT by IANS
Mumbai, March 7 (IANS) The grand finale of one of India's finest designers Rohit Bal at the Lakme Fashion Week was a memorable one. The designer did not want to ... Read more...
Posted in Uncategorized |
Rohit Gandhi,Rahul Khanna create ‘Theatre of Illusion’ at WIFW
October 13th, 2011 - 1:46 am ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Oct 13 (IANS) A larger than life theatre set-up, colossal mirrors on the runway, live performances accompanied by live music - this is how designer duo Rohit Gandhi-Rahul ... Read more...
Posted in Life Style |
Shara - a royal jewellery collection by Rachna Kapoor (With Images)
May 22nd, 2011 - 7:11 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) Designer Rachna Kapoor has launched a new jewellery collection "Shara", inspired by royal weddings of the late 1960s and early 1970s, and says she has ... Read more...
Posted in Uncategorized |
Think twice before you get that tattoo!
January 4th, 2011 - 11:04 am ICT by IANS
By Shilpa Raina
New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Getting inked is no big deal today, especially when it comes to declaring love for someone. Sounds romantic, but what happens if the couple ... Read more...
Posted in Life Style |
Nepal to hold beauty contest for elephants
December 9th, 2010 - 4:45 pm ICT by IANS
Kathmandu, Dec 9 (IANS) Nepal has the highest mountain in the world and now, the Himalayan republic is going to win another jumbo distinction when it holds the world's "biggest" beauty pageant ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Assamese craftsman carves out bamboo made cutlery
August 26th, 2010 - 11:19 pm ICT by ANI
By Peter Alex ToddTinsukia (Assam), Aug.26 (ANI): Believe it or not, a craftsman in Assam's Tinsukia District has carved out eco-friendly cutlery in different shape, sizes and designs with bamboo.It includes knives, ... Read more...
Posted in Feature |
People celebrate Onam across Kerala
August 23rd, 2010 - 4:34 pm ICT by ANI
By AshikThiruvananthapuram , Aug 23 (ANI): People in Kerala celebrated the harvest festival of Onam on Monday.During the occasion, women decorated their houses with intricate designs known as Pookalam, or Rangoli.Snakeboat races ... Read more...
Posted in National |
Jewellery week a big platform for us: Designers
August 19th, 2010 - 8:46 pm ICT by IANS
Mumbai, Aug 19 (IANS) A wider reach, a face to their designs and of course good business - the inaugural edition of the India International Jewellery Week (IIJW) provided all this ... Read more...
Posted in Business |
At the slanderer’s tomb, keep the footwear handy (Feature)
July 30th, 2010 - 10:58 am ICT by IANS
By Asit Srivastava
Datvali (Uttar Pradesh), July 30 (IANS) Shoes and 'chappals' in hand, people stand barefoot in a queue waiting for hours for their turn to hit a 500-year-old tomb here. Believers ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Spain to pay tribute to designer Ritu Kumar
June 24th, 2010 - 7:34 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) Renowned fashion designer Ritu Kumar is set to be honoured in Spain for her contribution to the fashion industry.
Casa de la India, the Indian cultural centre in ... Read more...
Posted in Life Style |
He hones the great art of small things! (With Images)
June 3rd, 2010 - 12:21 pm ICT by IANS
By Asit Srivastava
Senapat (Uttar Pradesh), June 3 (IANS) You may need a magnifying glass to see some of his works. Atul Kashyap has perfected the art of miniatures, a fingernail-sized book on ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Art behind bars transforms Varanasi jail
April 21st, 2010 - 10:00 am ICT by IANS
By Asit Srivastava
Varanasi, April 21 (IANS) The corridors of the Varanasi Central Jail almost resemble an art gallery, with colourful paintings adorning the walls. The credit for this goes to five convicts, ... Read more...
Posted in Uncategorized |
His fine art - drawing with fingernails!
February 18th, 2010 - 10:27 am ICT by IANS
By Asit Srivastava
Lucknow, Feb 18 (IANS) A resident of Lucknow has mastered the unique art of drawing with his nails. Be it intricate designs, portraits or cartoons, R.S. Dobarial, 31, does it ... Read more...
Posted in Uncategorized |
Artisans keep copper relief art alive in Amritsar
February 6th, 2010 - 4:35 pm ICT by ANI
By Ravinder Singh RobinAmritsar, Feb 6(ANI): Several ancient art forms such as copper relief art are on the verge of extinction in the country, but a few artisans in Amritsar have preserved ... Read more...
Posted in Feature |
Shawl sales multiply, industry flourishes in Amritsar
January 13th, 2010 - 8:41 pm ICT by ANI
By Savinder SinghAmritsar, Jan 13(ANI): With north India freezing with the onset of winter season, the over two centuries old Amritsar Shawl industry is experiencing a boom in the domestic as ... Read more...
Posted in Feature |
Raj Palace: Sparkling jewel among heritage hotels (With Images)
December 27th, 2009 - 1:57 pm ICT by IANS
By Shilpa Raina
Jaipur, Dec 27 (IANS) At first glance, it is difficult to believe that the Raj Palace has been standing for around 300 years. The pale yellow walls, lush green gardens ... Read more...
Posted in Life Style |
300-year-old gold-leaf Quran to be displayed at museum (Lead)
December 23rd, 2009 - 1:03 pm ICT by IANS
By Asit Srivastava
Lucknow, Dec 23 (IANS) A 300-year-old ancestral 'Golden Quran', with its pages in the shape of gold leaves, the most prized possession of a Muslim family, may soon become the ... Read more...
Posted in Uncategorized |
300-year-old ‘Sunheri Quran’ to glitter in museum
December 23rd, 2009 - 12:24 pm ICT by IANS
By Asit Srivastava
Lucknow, Dec 23 (IANS) A 300-year-old ancestral 'Sunheri Quran' (Golden Quran), with its pages in the shape of golden leaves, the most prized possession of an Uttar Pradesh Muslim family, ... Read more...
Posted in Uncategorized |
Rousing reception awaits Dalai Lama in Tawang (Lead)
November 7th, 2009 - 3:29 pm ICT by IANS
By Syed Zarir Hussain
Tawang (Arunachal Pradesh), Nov 7 (IANS) The picturesque border town of Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh is all set to welcome the Dalai Lama Sunday on a visit ... Read more...
Posted in Sci-Tech |
Indian, Tibetan flags flutter ahead of Dalai Lama visit
November 7th, 2009 - 12:13 pm ICT by IANS
By Syed Zarir Hussain
Tawang (Arunachal Pradesh), Nov 7 (IANS) Dozens of Indian flags fluttered alongside Tibetan prayer flags Saturday as Buddhist monks braved the winter chill to put up welcome arches ... Read more...
Posted in Politics |
Sushma Swaraj observes Karva Chauth
October 7th, 2009 - 10:36 pm ICT by ANI
New Delhi, Oct 7 (ANI): Senior BJP leader Sushma Swaraj on Tuesday celebrated the Hindu festival "Karva Chauth" with other married women in New Delhi."Here you can see women who usually pose ... Read more...
Posted in National |
Benaras saris and brocades now get exclusivity stamp
September 17th, 2009 - 8:10 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Like Basmati rice, Alphonso mangoes and Scotch whisky, the latest merchandise to be protected under 'geographical indication' are India's Benarasi saris and brocades, renowned for their intricate ... Read more...
Posted in Business |
Now flaunt a diamond lookalike, without spending too much (With Images)
August 5th, 2009 - 3:59 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) Minimalist, elegant and affordable, the first international cubic zirconia jewellery brand has forayed into the Indian market in the capital and neighbouring Noida.
Britain-based jewellers Real Effect, in ... Read more...
Posted in Business |
Designers Parvesh-Jai to showcase bridal wear at Bangalore event
July 18th, 2009 - 6:08 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, July 18 (IANS) Designer duo Parvesh-Jai, known for their resort wear collection, are all set to showcase their bridal wear line at the upcoming Bangalore fashion week (BFW) July 23-26.
The ... Read more...
Posted in Life Style |
Camel fair attracts tourists in Bikaner
January 11th, 2009 - 10:29 pm ICT by ANI
By Jethmal Sharma
Bikaner, Jan.11 (ANI): Tourists visiting the Bikaner city of Rajasthan are having a great time at the ongoing camel fair here, as they are getting a chance to watch ... Read more...
Posted in National |
Traditional Paithani saris maintaining its golden legacy in contemporary India
December 19th, 2008 - 8:11 pm ICT by ANI
By Abdul Hadi
Aurangabad (Maharashtra), Dec.19 (ANI): Traditional Paithani saris that were once patronized by the royalty, have continued to maintain its charm among the women in contemporary India.
Paithani saris are ... Read more...
Posted in National |
Shawl industry flourishing in Amritsar
September 19th, 2008 - 5:26 pm ICT by ANI
Amritsar, Sep.19 (ANI): With winters approaching, the over two centuries old Amritsar Shawl industry is experiencing a boom in the domestic as well as international market.
The industry, which was known ... Read more...
Posted in Entertainment |
Henna queen is Bollywood stars’ good luck charm
August 7th, 2008 - 9:32 am ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 7 (IANS) From Liz Hurley to Kajol and from Karisma Kapoor to Suzanne Khan, all had intricate designs drawn by henna queen Veena Nagda for them on their wedding ... Read more...
Posted in Entertainment |