Navigating DIETS

If I asked a random group of people today the kind of a diet they are on, their answers  would be far from simple. A couple of decades ago when people spoke of diets most meant a “diet” aimed at losing weight. Today a “diet” is an entirely different ecosystem. The reasons behind people following many of these diets vary. …

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Indian clothing trends this season

Indian fashion is not only loved by our celebrities back home, but it is also loved and admired around the world. Fashion designers around the world have mirrored Indian wear on international runways, and stars such as Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Deepika Padukone have chosen to wear Indian designers on international platforms as well. Indian craftsmanship is …

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Karwa Chauth Isn’t About the Men!

Kajol might have perpetuated the popularity of Karwa Chauth but its origins can be traced to the times when it began as a custom signifying the relationship between two women. In the olden times when girls were married off at a very young age, the bride on reaching her in-laws home would befriend another woman who would then be like …

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Bhangra Fever in Hong Kong

Harry Baath may have a few competition titles under his belt, but his biggest accomplishment is bringing India’s favourite dance form to Hong Kong. To say he is passionate about it, is an understatement. And it is not only passion but complete dedication from him and his team that we are able to say the words Bhangra and Hong Kong …

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How warm is your fire?

vc_rowvc_columnvc_column_textWith the festival of lights around the corner, it is only logical to discuss the relevance of “Fire” in Feng Shui. Most of us are well aware that all forms of Chinese Metaphysics are governed by the interplay of the five elements – water, wood, fire, earth, and metal. While each element has its own unique feature and importance, they …

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Diwali – Changing the way we celebrate

Diwali, the festival of lights is celebrated around the world with the utmost fervor. Indians all over the world indulge in the festival with flowers, gifts, and offerings, and perform the Lakshmi pooja. Though you will find homes lit with diyas around the country and abroad, Diwali interestingly is celebrated a little differently as times have changed. There are some …

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Champion of 32nd Australian Sikh Games 2019

Khalsa Naujawan Sabha (KNS A) were crowned their first HKHA Premier League 2018/19 Championship after 40 years wait and back to back Holland Cup in 2017/18 & Guv Dillon Cup 2018/19 Champions (previously named as Holland Cup and changed this season with HKHA renaming it). It was an electrifying season with top teams competing with each other but KNS remained …

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Earth Pig Year 2019

Another year another zodiac animal enters. Bye bye doggie (2018) and welcome Earth pig (2019)! While the energies of the new year start transcending from the month of November, the official new year begins on February 4, 2019 as per the Chinese solar calendar. TIP: Place heavy metal items in the southwest to reduce the impact of the 5 yellow …

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