Happy Shubhakrita Samvatsara

Shubhakrita Vikram Samvat 2079

Vikram Samvat 2079 starts today and the year is named Shubhakrita. Am sure this year will bring good luck and prosperity to everyone …

Globalization and local festivals and customs …

Today is an important day for many communities in India – Tamilians, Malayalees, Punjabis, Assamese and Bengalis all celebrate their New Year. Malayalees call it Vishu and there is specific food to be prepared, new clothes are bought and lights lit. Punjabis call is Baisakhi and its a way of saying thanks for a good … Read more

On the way to Amritsar …

If there is any doubt if India one day would be clean and train travel would be hassle free and enjoyable, please take the Swarn Shatabdi from New Delhi to Amritsar. The coach is spotless, the seats well appointed and everything works. Sitting right now in the Swarn Shatabdi on our way to Amritsar to … Read more