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Photo story: Hornbill Festival in Nagaland

Nagaland, the most inaccessible jungle and hilly state in North East part of India. Near about fourteen tribes live in this mysterious and thrilling nature, such as Angami, Kakcha, Kuki, Zeaning, Aao, Koniak, Chokhsang, Lotha, Rengma, Chang, Pomphem, Wongchera, Wolenkte, Kachardi etc.

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Photo story: Dev Deepavali

Dev Deepavali, also known as Dev Diwali or the Diwali of the Gods, is a Hindu festival celebrated in the holy city of Varanasi (Banaras) in India. It usually occurs 15 days after Diwali, on the full moon day in the month of Kartik.

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Photo story: Kali Puja and Deepavali in Kolkata

In West Bengal, the myriad festivities all round the year is a reflection of the inner joy of the city. Right after the Durga Puja celebrations come the coexistence of Kali Puja and Deepavali. These twin revelries reflect the region’s cultural diversity. Kali Puja, a fervent tribute to the formidable goddess Kali, coincides with Diwali, characterized by intricate rituals and the veneration of Kali idols, amid the resonating sounds of fireworks.

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Photo story: Bathukamma in Telangana

Bathukamma, a vibrant floral festival celebrated in Telangana, spans nine days, commencing on Bhadrapada Pournami and concluding on Durgashtami. At its heart lies the Bathukamma, a stunning tower of medicinal flowers arranged in seven concentric layers.

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Photo Story: Durga…Daughter of The Earth

Under the azure autumn sky, amidst the amorous cascades of prancing clouds and swaying ‘kash’, rises the reverberating hum of worship of the  warrior goddess— Durga. A daughter has returned home, triumphant. Her worship is a heedy amalgam of indiscriminating joy, creativity, love and unbarred popular participation.

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Theyyam festival in Kerala
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Photo story: Theyyam Festival

Theyyam is an ancient dance festival that originated in the north Malabar region of Kerala, India, and is celebrated during the months of October to May. It is a unique form of ritualistic worship, where performers, known as Theyyam artists, wear elaborate costumes and colorful makeup to portray various deities.

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The Story of Holi

Among the dozens of festivals Indians celebrate every year, Holi stands out as one that has the least quota of

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