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India-China Cooperation:
Recent Indo-Chinese agreement to resist binding cuts and caps to their greenhouse gas emissions will impede measures by international climate change negotiators.
'Dhanteras' - The Indian Festival of Wealth
Dhanteras marks the first day of the five-day long Diwali festival and Goddess Laxmi is worshipped for prosperity and well being and is of importance to the trading class
Marriage Customs of India's Hindu Majority
Marriage customs in India may seem unnecessarily complicated from a Western viewpoint, but they have been working for Indian marriages and families for generations.
An Introduction to Four Main Indian Festivals
India is a land of colors and festivals. Here is an introduction to four main Indian or Hindu festivals that are celebrated each year with great joy and fervor.
Late 'Queen Mother' Gayatri Devi of India
Queen Gayatri Devi had many facets to her persona. From a 'beauty' queen to a politician, she was also an educationist, philanthropist, social worker and a sportswoman.
Free Raksha Bandhan Greetings
Raksha Bandhan celebrates the bond of love between brothers and sisters, cousins and friends. Find free Rakhi greeting cards and select popular Raksha Bandhan messages.
The Indian Bindi
Decorative Indian bindis brighten up anyone's face and outfit. Learn more about this age-old tradition.
Living and Working in Dharavi Slums
A reality tour of the setting for Slumdog Millionaire shows one of Asia's largest ghettos is a melting pot of cultures and a community teeming with industrial activity.
Chronic Diseases on the Rise in Mumbai
Mumbaikers are increasingly subject to stress ailments as the booming city life takes its toll on the health and wellness of its citizens.
Bollywood Star Shahrukh Khan
The movies of Indian Bollywood star Shahrukh Khan - Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham, Kal Ho Naa Ho, Chak De India and Om Shanti Om - have been worldwide successes.
Indian Wedding Invitations
Indian wedding cards are colorful and important parts of any Indian wedding. The wedding invitation design conveys the theme, style and grandeur of the wedding in India.
Top Indian Wedding Songs
What would an Indian wedding be without song and dance? Regardless if baraat, sangeet or the wedding reception, Indian pop music and bhangra tunes are always present.
Accessorizing Indian Wedding Dresses
Got the perfect outfit for an Indian wedding but not sure how to accessorize? Find out how to pick the right shoes, jewelry, makeup, bangles and bag.
Sari Versus Lehenga
What to wear to an Indian wedding - sari or lehenga - is probably the most pressing question women ask themselves, regardless if they are the bride or a guest.
India's Modern Day Youth Identity Crisis
Westernisation versus tradition, haves versus have-nots, young versus old. Indian youth are torn between images and it's preventing them forming a united front.
Short History of Factors Shaping Indian Youth
India is one of the world's youngest nations, and its youth generation will majorly impact world politics in years to come. What forces have shaped their personalities?
Indian Henna or Mehndi Art
In India, women can often be seen with intricately decorated hands and feet. Find out more about the tradition behind henna tattoos and the art of mehndi designs.
What to Wear at Indian Weddings
Invited to an Indian wedding? No clue what to wear? Look no further, this article will give a few ideas and explain Indian wedding outfits.
Survival Guide to Indian Weddings
Remember the Indian hit movie Monsoon Wedding? Find out how much truth and fiction there is to Indian weddings.
Downturn in Indian Retail Economy
As India feels the effects of stock market collapse, Western retail giants are slowing down business, or leaving the sub-continent.
Hundreds Victimized in Mumbai Terror Attacks
The Mumbai terror attacks of November 26, 2008 claimed the lives of more than 100 people, and investigations are still underway.
Indian Islamic Leaders Demand End to Persecution
Muslim dissatisfaction is rising in the build-up to Indian general elections, as bombings by suspected Islamic militants trigger anti-terrorist crackdown.
Money Meltdown Enables India Nuclear Agreement
The most important effect of the credit crisis is not a bailout. It's the U.S.-India nuclear pact that Congress passed only because Wall Street kept it from adjourning.
Deadlock Remains at Tata Automobile Plant
Work is still suspended at the main production site of the Tata Nano as the West Bengal government tries to come to an understanding with agitating farmers and labourers.
More Protesters Killed In Kashmir Violence
Tensions between the federal government and Muslim majority in the Kashmir Valley have remained high since the awarding of land to a Hindu pilgrimage group in June.