News / Topic / Tradition / News

tradition news

Latest from tradition

Why do Americans celebrate Cinco de Mayo? Here is a sneak peak into the history

In the US, Cinco de Mayo symbolises Mexican heritage and unity among communities, evolving into a festive occasion with parades, music, and traditional food.

The United States is filled with vibrant parades, upbeat music, and the aroma of tacos and margaritas on May 5.(Instagram/ @cincodemayobrownwood)

world news

Published on May 03, 2025 04:51 PM IST

ByChandreyi Chatterjee

Do you know that blowing the Shankh activates your Vishuddha (throat) Chakra?

In Sanskrit, “Shankha” means to dispel inauspiciousness and impurity. It is a symbol of positivity, purity, and a way to bring good vibrations into your life.

Blowing the Shankh activates your Vishuddha Chakra

astrology

Published on Apr 03, 2025 06:53 PM IST

ByKanakanjali Roy

All that ash: From pyre to ire, row erupts over Kashi’s Masan Holi

Kashi Vidwat Parishad says playing Holi with ashes from funeral pyres is against the tradition of Kashi while manager of Baba Mahashmashan Nath Seva Samiti asserts the practice is centuries-old but Samiti president states ashes not needed and prefers offering of ‘abir-gulal’ to deity

According to believers, Masan Holi follows Rangbhari Ekadashi, which will be celebrated on March 10 this year. (Rajesh Kumar/ HT)

cities

Updated on Mar 08, 2025 11:26 AM IST

BySudhir Kumar, Varanasi:

Christmas trees at Delhi-NCR hotels: Sustainability, recycling themes rule

The Christmas tree tradition has taken a meaningful turn as some Delhi-NCR hotels have adopted conscious themes such as sustainability and creative recycling.

Here's a look at some of the Christmas trees put-up at various hotels across NCR.

htcity

Published on Dec 24, 2024 07:00 AM IST

ByHenna Rakheja, Kriti Shukla

Sweat before you feast: Why turkey trots are the new Thanksgiving ritual

Thanksgiving morning sees families like Beth Thomas's participating in Turkey Trots, which have grown in popularity as a fun way to exercise.

On Thanksgiving, many families participate in Turkey Trots, combining fitness with tradition.

lifestyle

Published on Nov 19, 2024 04:03 PM IST

AP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri

Suruchi Sharma on her short film Gagan Gaman, blending tradition with modernity

Filmmaker Suruchi Sharma speaks to HT about her short film Gagan Gaman, challenges faced by indie filmmakers, and women-centric themes in Indian cinema.

Filmmaker Suruchi Sharma speaks to HT about her short film Gagan Gaman and more.

entertainment

Published on Oct 29, 2024 07:49 AM IST

ByHT Entertainment Desk

Art of leaf-wrapped cooking: Can this Indian tradition lead to healthier meals?

As the buzz around healthy and organic eating grows, is the ancient culinary tradition of leaf-wrapped cooking technique becoming a trend in Indian kitchens?

Culinary art of leaf-wrapped cooking: Why this ancient Indian tradition could be the key to healthier meals (Photo by Healthy Kitchen 101)

lifestyle

Published on Oct 22, 2024 01:28 PM IST

ByPreeti Verma Lal, New Delhi

Last artisan bagpipe maker in Edinburgh fights to preserve the dying art

As demand for Highland bagpipes declines, artisan makers like Kilberry Bagpipes strive to preserve traditional craftsmanship.

Artisan bagpipe maker Ruari Black, the last traditional bagpipe-makers who make everything by hand from start to finish, makes a bagpipe chanter in the workshop of Kilberry Bagpipes in Edinburgh.(AFP)

lifestyle

Published on Oct 20, 2024 06:35 PM IST

AFP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri

Handmade cast iron pots from 172-year-old Japanese foundry revive ancient craft

Katsunori Suzuki, one of Japan’s last traditional cast iron craftsmen, keeps an ancient art alive at the historic Oigen foundry.

Craftsman Katsunori Suzuki uses a brush to bring up a contour of a cooking pot to make detailed designs as he makes a cast iron pot by hand at the Oigen foundry in Oshu, northeastern Japan.(AP Photo/Hiro Komae)

lifestyle

Published on Aug 12, 2024 01:09 PM IST

AP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Japan

National Handloom Day 2024: Lesser known crafts and textile traditions of India

National Handloom Day: From the intricate patterns of Baluchari to the unique beauty of Gyasar textiles, discover the hidden gems of India's handloom industry.

In celebration of National Handloom Day 2024, let's discover India's rich heritage of lesser-known crafts and textile traditions. (Instagram)

lifestyle

Published on Aug 07, 2024 11:30 AM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi

Japan’s haunted houses: A chilling summer tradition to beat the heat

In Japan, haunted houses are a summer tradition, offering a cool escape from the intense heat with spine-chilling thrills and eerie atmospheres.

Discover how Japan’s haunted houses turn summer heat into a spine-chilling experience(AFP)

lifestyle

Published on Aug 06, 2024 02:28 PM IST

AFP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri

Grieving woman to hold ghost marriage with late boyfriend after car accident

The woman intends to hold a ghost marriage with her late boyfriend to honour him and care for his elderly mother on his behalf.

The woman is holding a ghost marriage to honour her late boyfriend.

trending

Published on Jul 25, 2024 02:20 PM IST

ByVrinda Jain

Tackling Punjab's rice predicament: Balancing tradition with sustainability

Despite governmental efforts, the ban on cultivating varieties like PUSA-44 in Punjab poses a significant challenge.

The allure of higher yields and government support through Minimum Support Price (MPS) schemes entices farmers to defy the Pusa-44 ban(HT Photo)

analysis

Published on Jun 02, 2024 08:30 AM IST

ByAnjal Prakash | Edited by Anish Yande

International Tea Day 2024: Step into the world’s best tearooms and houses

Celebrate International Tea Day 2024 by exploring the world's finest tearooms and houses, from historic Kyoto to modern New York, offering unique tea culture.

Discover the best places to enjoy a perfect cup of tea and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of this beloved beverage.(Pexels)

lifestyle

Published on May 21, 2024 08:29 AM IST

ByPreeti Verma Lal, New Delhi

Cannes Film Festival: Insider's guide to mysteries of Côte d’Azur spectacle

Grasping some of Cannes' quirks and traditions can help you understand just what is unspooling in the south of France and what, exactly, a Palm Dog is.

Decoding Cannes Film Festival: Guide to Côte d’Azur spectacle where cinema and glamour collide at French Riviera (Photo by Twitter/kaalicharan)

lifestyle

Published on May 16, 2024 03:14 PM IST

AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Cannes, France

Hong Kong keeps island traditions alive: Cheung Chau hosts Bun Festival

Thousands of visitors flock to Hong Kong's outlying of island of Cheung Chau to watch the ‘Piu Sik’ or floating colours parade at the annual Bun Festival

lifestyle

Published on May 15, 2024 03:02 PM IST

AFP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

Annual wild onion dinners unite indigenous community in Oklahoma

Cherokee chef forages for wild onions and morels in Oklahoma, blending traditional and contemporary cooking methods.

Fried pork is an important dish at wild onion dinners in Oklahoma. The dinners are an annual tradition among tribal nations in the state originally from the southeastern U.S. (AP Photo/Brittany Bendabout)

lifestyle

Published on Apr 28, 2024 12:24 PM IST

AP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Okmulgee

Flamenco fashion evolution: Andalusia's timeless classic adapts to modern trends

Seville's flamenco dress designer prepares clients for the annual feria with traditional and modern styles, embodying Andalusian traditions and beauty.

Designer Luis Fernandez poses for pictures with customer Virginia Cuaresma wearing a flamenco dress, at his workshop in Seville on April 8, 2024. Luis Fernandez's workshop in Seville's Old City is buzzing with customers who have come to try on his dazzling array of flamenco dresses. Springtime is their heyday as towns and cities across the southern Andalusia region hold their annual ferias. (Photo by CRISTINA QUICLER / AFP)

lifestyle

Published on Apr 20, 2024 10:44 AM IST

AFP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri

Guest Column: My seven yards of pride

I feel a sense of camaraderie whenever another turban comes into sight, especially in alien lands far away from Punjab, the epicentre of ‘pagri’

Adorning a turban, one becomes the ambassador of their community, faith and even country when abroad. (HT File)

cities

Updated on Apr 14, 2024 08:26 AM IST

ByCol H P Singh (retd)

How to make nutritious Raagi and Gur Ke Laddoo at home

Incorporate Raagi and Gur Ke Laddoo into your diet for a healthy dose of essential nutrients while satisfying your sweet cravings. Recipe inside

Taste of tradition with nutrient-packed twist: Here's how to make Raagi and Gur Ke Laddoo at home (Photo by Pilibhit House, Haridwar)

lifestyle

Updated on Mar 07, 2024 08:07 AM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Daylight saving time starts soon in 2024: Here’s when it ends

Daylight Saving Time 2024: Plan your schedule and adjust your clocks

world news

Updated on Mar 07, 2024 09:58 AM IST

ByAditi Srivastava

Bihar: JD(U) MLAs to meet this weekend ahead of trust vote of Nitish govt

india news

Published on Feb 10, 2024 09:30 AM IST

PTI |

King Charles cancer diagnosis: Why Buckingham Palace didn’t disclose details

King Charles, 75, is undergoing treatment for cancer which was detected during a corrective procedure for an enlarged prostate.

The palace’s disclosure that King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer shattered centuries of British history and tradition in which the secrecy of the monarch’s health has reigned. (AP)

world news

Published on Feb 07, 2024 05:48 PM IST

AP |

Tourism boom in Laos' ancient town raises cultural concerns

Luang Prabang's tourism surge poses challenges as visitors disrupt local traditions and tranquillity, turning serene rituals into chaotic spectacles.

Chinese-funded high-speed railway and tourist influx change Luang Prabang(AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

lifestyle

Published on Feb 07, 2024 02:41 PM IST

AFP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri

Groundhog Day 2024: Date, history, significance and all you need to know

Groundhog Day is a tradition of weather prognostication and festive celebrations. From date and history to significance, here's everything you need to know.

lifestyle

Updated on Feb 01, 2024 03:30 PM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri, Delhi

Mega fair ‘Aligarh Numaish’ begins from Feb 1

What began as a horse show over 100 years ago, has expanded to an all-encompassing event of culture, craft and cuisine

Braj Holi being presented at Kohinoor Stage at Aligarh Numaish in Aligarh. (Sourced file photo)

cities

Updated on Jan 29, 2024 08:28 AM IST

ByHemendra Chaturvedi, Agra

St Brigid: Who was she? Why is she inspiring many 1,500 years after her death?

St Brigid's Day: A fusion of faith, tradition and feminine spirituality. Here's all you need to know about her suddenly growing popularity in the 21st century

Dancers perform in front of an image of St. Brigid projected onto The Wonderful Barn in Leixlip, Kildare, Ireland, Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023 during the Herstory Festival of Light. St Brigid's Day: Who was St. Brigid? Why is she inspiring many after 1,500 years of her death? (AP Photo/Peter Morrison, File)

lifestyle

Published on Jan 27, 2024 05:46 PM IST

AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

Tradition revived: Murmu, Macron arrive in a buggy on Republic Day

The buggy has been used on several occasions in recent years, but it was the first time since the 1984 Republic Day that the carriage was used on January 26.

President Droupadi Murmu arrives for the parade with Emmanuel Macron in the presidential buggy on Friday. (PTI)

india news

Updated on Jan 27, 2024 01:36 AM IST

BySaubhadra Chatterji, Vrinda Tulsian, New Delhi

Tradition revived, Murmu, Macron arrive for Republic Day celebrations in buggy

Security concerns following Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s assassination by her bodyguards in 1884 led to the discontinuation of the buggy’s use

President Droupadi Murmu with chief guest and her French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, during the 75th Republic Day celebrations. (PTI)

india news

Updated on Jan 26, 2024 03:14 PM IST

ByVrinda Tulsian

PM Modi’s tech nationalism: Redefining Bharat

By aiming to make India a net technology provider, and bringing entrepreneurs and the national security system together, PM Modi has made this India’s moment

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President of USA Joseph R. Biden, participating in a India-US Hi-Tech Handshake event at the White House in Washington D.C on June 24, 2023(PIB)(Authors)

opinion

Published on Jan 25, 2024 07:28 PM IST

ByVinayak Dalmia, Vrinda Kapoor

Copy

Whatsapp Twitter Facebook Linkedin

tradition news

Latest from tradition

In the US, Cinco de Mayo symbolises Mexican heritage and unity among communities, evolving into a festive occasion with parades, music, and traditional food.

In Sanskrit, “Shankha” means to dispel inauspiciousness and impurity. It is a symbol of positivity, purity, and a way to bring good vibrations into your life.

Kashi Vidwat Parishad says playing Holi with ashes from funeral pyres is against the tradition of Kashi while manager of Baba Mahashmashan Nath Seva Samiti asserts the practice is centuries-old but Samiti president states ashes not needed and prefers offering of ‘abir-gulal’ to deity

The Christmas tree tradition has taken a meaningful turn as some Delhi-NCR hotels have adopted conscious themes such as sustainability and creative recycling.

Thanksgiving morning sees families like Beth Thomas's participating in Turkey Trots, which have grown in popularity as a fun way to exercise.

Filmmaker Suruchi Sharma speaks to HT about her short film Gagan Gaman, challenges faced by indie filmmakers, and women-centric themes in Indian cinema.

As the buzz around healthy and organic eating grows, is the ancient culinary tradition of leaf-wrapped cooking technique becoming a trend in Indian kitchens?

As demand for Highland bagpipes declines, artisan makers like Kilberry Bagpipes strive to preserve traditional craftsmanship.

Katsunori Suzuki, one of Japan’s last traditional cast iron craftsmen, keeps an ancient art alive at the historic Oigen foundry.

National Handloom Day: From the intricate patterns of Baluchari to the unique beauty of Gyasar textiles, discover the hidden gems of India's handloom industry.

In Japan, haunted houses are a summer tradition, offering a cool escape from the intense heat with spine-chilling thrills and eerie atmospheres.

The woman intends to hold a ghost marriage with her late boyfriend to honour him and care for his elderly mother on his behalf.

Despite governmental efforts, the ban on cultivating varieties like PUSA-44 in Punjab poses a significant challenge.

Celebrate International Tea Day 2024 by exploring the world's finest tearooms and houses, from historic Kyoto to modern New York, offering unique tea culture.

Grasping some of Cannes' quirks and traditions can help you understand just what is unspooling in the south of France and what, exactly, a Palm Dog is.

Thousands of visitors flock to Hong Kong's outlying of island of Cheung Chau to watch the ‘Piu Sik’ or floating colours parade at the annual Bun Festival

Cherokee chef forages for wild onions and morels in Oklahoma, blending traditional and contemporary cooking methods.

Seville's flamenco dress designer prepares clients for the annual feria with traditional and modern styles, embodying Andalusian traditions and beauty.

I feel a sense of camaraderie whenever another turban comes into sight, especially in alien lands far away from Punjab, the epicentre of ‘pagri’

Incorporate Raagi and Gur Ke Laddoo into your diet for a healthy dose of essential nutrients while satisfying your sweet cravings. Recipe inside

Daylight Saving Time 2024: Plan your schedule and adjust your clocks

Bihar: JD(U) MLAs to meet this weekend ahead of trust vote of Nitish govt

King Charles, 75, is undergoing treatment for cancer which was detected during a corrective procedure for an enlarged prostate.

Luang Prabang's tourism surge poses challenges as visitors disrupt local traditions and tranquillity, turning serene rituals into chaotic spectacles.

Groundhog Day is a tradition of weather prognostication and festive celebrations. From date and history to significance, here's everything you need to know.

What began as a horse show over 100 years ago, has expanded to an all-encompassing event of culture, craft and cuisine

St Brigid's Day: A fusion of faith, tradition and feminine spirituality. Here's all you need to know about her suddenly growing popularity in the 21st century

The buggy has been used on several occasions in recent years, but it was the first time since the 1984 Republic Day that the carriage was used on January 26.

Security concerns following Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s assassination by her bodyguards in 1884 led to the discontinuation of the buggy’s use

By aiming to make India a net technology provider, and bringing entrepreneurs and the national security system together, PM Modi has made this India’s moment

Join Hindustan Times

Create free account and unlock exciting features like