‘Each kolam is more than just a design. It is an invitation to welcome guests and celebrate Deepavali,’ says Ruben. Photos: The Star/Kamarul Ariffin With Deepavali just around the corner, Ruben ...

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As a child when she was awakened by her grandmother in the early hours of Margazhi days to adorn their doorway a new kolam every day, Shanthi Sridharan didn’t quite guess the creative liberties she ...

Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, with Madhyahna Ganesh Puja Muhurat falling between 11:05 AM and 1:40 PM. The ten-day celebration will conclude with Ganesh ...

CHENNAI : Margazhi in Chennai is synonymous with sabha-hopping, piping hot delicacies and early morning pulli kolams. Strings of rice powder, pinched between the thumb and index finger, deftly working ...