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Preity Zinta, a proud Himachali, shares the growth of a Himalayan Cedar tree she planted three years ago, reflecting on her deep connection with nature and her upcoming film Lahore 1947.

Chamba chappal online shopping works best when women measure foot length in inches first, then match that against our chart before placing an order.

Watching unchecked construction strain Himachal’s hills, an NIT Hamirpur graduate chose a different path. His homes draw from time-tested Himalayan techniques to build structures that suit the land, c...

A spectacular showcase of traditional Himachali culture was witnessed at the district-level Nalwar fair in Karsog, Mandi district, as around 500 women came together for a grand Nati dance performance, popularly known as Mahanati. Held at the sports ground of Government Senior Secondary School, Karsog, the event emerged as one of the fair’s most captivating highlights. Organised by nearly 20 women’s groups, including Mahila Mandals and self-help groups from the region, the large-scale cultural display brought folk traditions to life. Clad in vibrant traditional attire, the women performed the Nati in perfect synchronisation, mesmerising the audience with their grace and infectious enthusiasm.

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Bhupinder Singh Rawat was the first Himachali footballer to represent India in football.

Handmade slippers for women differ pair to pair, since every stitch is pulled by hand and no two hides take the dye in exactly the same shade.

Men who want traditional Himachali footwear can buy Chamba chappal online here, each handmade leather chappal cut and sewn by Chamba artisans.

The chamba chappal gi tag marks footwear made only in Chamba. Ours is hand-stitched there in full leather, with the craft kept exactly as it always was.

Our chamba chappal ladies pair keeps the classic Himachali shape, hand-stitched in soft leather with fine detailing along the strap and around the toe.

Kangana Ranaut speaks out against patriarchal mindset in Himachal Pradesh: 'Worse than any other state I feel' Kangana Ranaut has opened up about the deep-rooted patriarchal mindset in Himachal Pradesh, where families are often unhappy when a girl child is born. The actress shared her thoughts on X after a video of a Himachali woman who gave birth 11 times, having ten daughters before finally having a son, went viral.

Himachali food is often described as rustic and comforting, but that only tells half the story. Shaped by mountain seasons, local produce, slow cooking and limited ingredients, the cuisine of Himachal Pradesh has long leaned toward balance rather than excess. Many traditional dishes rely on lentils, fermented foods, leafy greens, millets, yogurt, jaggery and just enough ghee to round out the flavour.

Mumbai, July 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Veteran actress Mandakini, on Sunday, took to social media to share glimpses of her beautiful Himachali-inspired look and serene moments from Manali. Embracing the rich culture of Himachal Pradesh, she looked elegant in traditional attire while enjoying the beauty of the mountains. Alongside her pictures, Mandakini shared a heartfelt note about the peace and happiness she finds in the hills. She described her Manali experience as a journey filled with nature, gratitude and unforgettable memories. Sharing her photos, the ‘Ram Teri Ganga Maili’ actress wrote, “There is a kind of happiness that only the mountains know—a quiet joy carried by the whisper of the pines, the cool embrace of the breeze, and the timeless beauty of nature.

Actor-filmmaker and politician Kangana Ranaut has added another feather to her cap as she turns restaurateur. She said that it is one of the most special projects of her life and is an extension of herself. Kangana took to her social media to announce her cafe christened The Mountain Story and shared a video, where the actress-filmmaker proudly showcased her Himachali roots. The video was captioned: “A childhood dream comes alive, my little cafe in the lap of Himalayas. The Mountain Story, it’s a love story. #TheMountainStory Opening 14th February.”

Christmas celebrations will have a dash of Pahadi culture and cuisine in Shimla as well as other parts of the state. The celebrations will include the famous Pahadi nati (dance) and Himachali dham. The dham, which includes a wide variety of local dishes, will be served along with the traditional Christmas delicacies, such as plum cakes, gujiyas and homemade ginger wine. “The involvement of local communities has increased over the years during Christmas celebrations. Therefore, a Pahadi nati has been made a part of the celebrations inside the Church this year,” said reverend Vinita Roy, priest-in charge, Christ Church, Shimla.