Gujarat University Takes A Step Forward, Launches Course In Garba Want to learn what are teen taali, taali chapti, popatiyu, dhodiyu and finally sanedo style? Then fleeting interest of nine nights is not enough. If you want to study the nuances of everexpanding style sheet of garba — a form enriched with both latest and […]
Continue readingCity twirls off its stress as festivities heat up
Garba : Recreation for many, while remedy for some *A Bank employee Maya Shah, 32, patient of insomnia and depression, has been prescribed by his shrink to go out and play Garba everyday for at least one hour. *Kavya, 10, student, patient of dysthymia (type of depression) has been prescribed to participate in Garba till […]
Continue readingBollywood seeks Gujarat glitter
Till now, the Garba organisers had to rope in celebs to promote their Garbas; however it seems to be a reverse trend this year. As celebrities this year are expressing their willingness to be part of the popular Garba events in the state and city, perhaps, to connect with their fan club and promote their […]
Continue readingTIME TO GARBA! Fasting and dancing for nine-nights
Day 1 Of Festival Begins With Fasting And Frolic Ankit Trivedi, 30, poet and author, will eat only one fruit daily for the nine days of Navratri. He says abstinence from food will help him concentrate and invoke the spirit of Sadbhavna and Matrubhavna within. Trivedi has been following this tradition for the last eight […]
Continue readingTattoos add to the backless choli lustre
Etchings Mimic Jewellery’s Dazzle. They make curves look swell. They complement the Navratri dress code, making it more stylish, funky and gorgeous. Tatoos have almost replaced heavy and antic jewellery this year, as new look tattoos made with newer techniques using diamonds and rhodium lends an ornamental sparkle to bare backs in cholis.
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