It’s the time of year for marigolds. In homes across India and its diaspora, garlands of the fiery orange-and-yellow flowers adorn doorways and holiday tables in honor of Diwali, the five-day ...

India’s wealthiest temple, Sri Venkateswara Temple at Tirumala, in southern India, used 3 tons of flowers during a floral bath and procession ceremony in 2024.

Originating in North America, the blossoms have become central to Hindu rituals in India. Once revered by the Aztecs, marigolds also feature prominently in Hindu rituals across India. Photographed ...

20ft garlands from 200kg flowers, petal showers bring extra biz in poll season. Chandrabali.Bose / Nov 23, 2024, 00:36 IST. ... 8 South Indian delicacies that make for a light meal. Food.

Hubballi: As drought has hit the floriculture hard, there is a huge shortage of flowers during the festival season, which has led to a hike in prices.

Mumbai: The Aurangabad bench of the Bombay High Court has permitted the resumption of flower and garland offerings at the Shri Saibaba Sansthan in Shirdi. This practice had been suspended for over ...