We are half-way through 2020 and this year has made us all go through a lot – both negative and positive. But if we focus on the bright side of the coin as it resonates better with the spirit of Jaipur, there are a lot of good things that have happened too – one of the key being ‘realizing the importance of locally produced goods of all kinds.
Our Prime Minister Narendra Modi rightly emphasized the need of the hour – be vocal for local, which would not only help us revive the economy but will help the millions who have lost their jobs in this pandemic. And Jaipur is a city that is full of art and craft, jewellery, garments, linen, handicrafts, traditional craftsmanship and some home-grown brands.
Ek Taara’s hot pink saree!
One such brand that is newly emerging and is a perfect blend of traditional and modern sensibilities is Ek Taara – A Timeless Journey! It is a brand that is authentically made in Rajasthan and has empowered the local tailors, artists, karigars and printers; who are painstakingly creating the traditional craft in a contemporary package and are making the ethnic collection absolutely fun to wear.
Indigo saree to suit any occasion!Ethnic prints with a contemporary freshness!
Boasting of prints that embody a touch of whimsy and traditions, Ek Taara gives due importance to upcycling and make products like dupattas, sarees and apparels, clutches, handbags, stoles, cushion covers and even toys. Their collection symbolizes a mix and match of different forms of tie-dye, block printing, screen printing and more.
Ethnic yet very modish dress!
So if we the Jaipurities put on our best foot (read as click) forward, we would help local business thrive like never before, thereby helping the artisans believe in us once again. And did you know there’s a reason why Jaipur, in Rajasthan, brings to mind rich textiles, colorful pottery, and bright bangles.
The Pink City is the handicraft capital of India, home to 4,000 sari makers, 35,000 marble workers, and 1,000 bangle makers. These industries have been alive since ancient times and, with our little push and help will still manage to exist in a fragile state today.
To be awake is to look within. When you work on your inner self no outside energy can influence your peace of mind and to achieve that you need to integrate your mind, spirit and body through the practice of yoga.
As we all know Sunday will be celebrated as International Yoga Day, and the practice of yoga is the best way to deal with stress and strive for a disciplined life. Yoga was started in Northern India over 5,000 years ago and currently it is being practiced all over the world. So with Yoga gaining its popularity around the world and if you’re thinking to start practicing yoga daily then this complete guide will help you. Jaipur Beat in association with the Yoga practitioner Snehal Singh presents few asanas for you to commence on a new journey towards a healthier life.
Vrikshasana (Tree pose)
Steps for Asana:
Stand straight with hands at your side and feet close.
Concentrate on a point 5 ft in front or on floor. Slowly, fold your right leg and hold the ankle. Place the foot on the root of left thigh.
(Do not place the foot on knee joint)
Maintaining balance, inhale and raise your arms and join the palms.
Stay there for 30-60 sec. And slowly come back. Repeat the same on other side.
Benefits:
It brings calm and steadiness in mind, improves concentration and memory.
Tones thighs, arms and abdominal muscles.
Trikonasana (triangle pose)
Steps for asana:
Stand with feet about 3-4 feet apart. Hands at your side.
While inhaling raise your arms at your sides at shoulder level, parallel to ground.
While exhaling bend from your waist to right. Touch your right hand to right ankle. Try to not lean forward
Stay there for 15 – 30 sec. Then, while inhaling bring your arms parallel to ground again. Repeat on the other side.
Benefits:
Massages abdominal organs and improves digestion.
Strengthen knees and ankles.
Relieve stress and anxiety.
Adho mukh savasana (Downward dog)
Steps for Asana:
Come onto your fours. Form a table such that hands and feet form the legs of the table.
While exhaling lift the hips up, straightening the knees to form an inverted V-shape with the body.
Keep hands shoulder width apart, feet – hip width apart and toes pointed ahead. Lengthen your spine.
Hold the pose for 30-60 sec. Take long deep breaths. Then return back and relax.
Benefits:
Lengthen the spine and improves posture.
Strengthen and tones muscles of arms, shoulders and legs.
Ardha Matsyendrasana (Lord of fish pose)
Steps for Asana:
Sit with your legs extended. Fold your right leg and place the foot near to left thigh crossing the left leg. Knees facing the sky.
Fold your left leg and place the foot close to right hip. Knees facing front.
Keeping spine straight, place your right hand at the back. Inhale, raise your left arm and while exhaling twist to right side and hold right foot with left hand.
Keeping breathing slow and deep. Stay there for 15- 30 sec. Then repeat on the other side.
Benefits:
Stimulates digestive fire and is very beneficial in destroying toxic elements in the body.
Uttanpadasana (Raised legs pose)
Steps for Asana:
Lie flat on your back. Keep your hands at side with palms facing downward.
While inhaling, raise your legs up straight at 90° from ground.
Don’t lift your shoulders or lower body. Stretch toes downwards.
Stay there for 30- 60 sec.
Benefits:
Tones and strengthens the pelvis, hips, lower back, abdomen and legs.
Corrects knee joint pain and back problems.
Salamba Shalabhasana (Locust pose)
Steps for Asana:
Lie down on your stomach. Bring your hands in front and place it under your chin.
Fold your right leg from the knees. Pushing away the ground, raise your left leg.
Now, place the left thigh on the right foot. Adjust accordingly and breathe normal.
Stay there for 15-30 sec. Then relax and repeat on the other side.
Benefits:
Reduces belly fat.
Tones arms, thighs and hips.
Therapeutic for back pain.
Bhujangasana (cobra pose)
Steps for asana:
Lie flat on the stomach with the legs straight, feet together.
Place palms flat on the floor at side of the shoulders.
Slowly raise the head, neck and shoulders. Straightening the elbows, raise the trunk as high as possible.
Gently tilt the head backward and hold the final position for 15-30 sec. And then relax.
Benefits:
Stretches chest and lungs, shoulders, and abdomen. Strengthen spine.
Tones the buttocks.
Happy International Yoga Day!
Credits for the blog : Snehal Singh @to_a_new_journey
Can you believe it we are about to enter into the third month of 2020?! Our excitement is soaring high for the festival of colours ‘Holi’ and International Women’s Day is almost here. The month of March is all about sunshine, fun activities and thrilling events that we all await for very eagerly. So basically this month looks like a vacation, doesn’t it?! Like every month we have listed down some of the events that are going to happen in the Pink City. Let the celebration begins!
As we enter into the new month of February with the feeling that the Jaipur Literature Festival and Jaipur Music Stage is over, here we look forward to super-thrilling events that will take place in February. The most romantic month is upon us with Valentine Day coming up and also it has 29 days so people who were born on 29th Feb will celebrate their actual birthday 😛
So people, brace yourself up cause below we have listed down super-fun events to be a part of and make February a happening month.
Travelling Trunks
Date- 1st February 2020
Time- 10 am – 8 pm
Venue- Holiday Inn
Bachpan- A standup Solo by Rajat Chauhan
Date- 1st February 2020
Time- 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Venue- Club Colaba
AU Jaipur Marathon
Date- 2nd February 2020
Time- 6:30 am – 9: 30 am
Gnosis
Date- 2nd February 2020
Time- 4 pm
Venue- Maah間, S-18-19, Adinath Nagar, Jaipur
Chess Tournament- Little Millennium
Date- 2nd February 2020
Time- 11 am onwards
Venue- Little Millennium Pre-School, Hathi Babu Marg, Behind Radha Damodar Temple Bani park
To all the sport fanatics, Jaipur’s got a new Decathlonnnnn and in case you’re unaware of what it is – it is a French brand that retails in premium quality sport equipments and is recognised internationally for being an expert in the field. We’re super excited to show you what’s inside this newly opened branch so let’s not waste time and dive in straight away:
Location
Well, before anything you should know where exactly it is. The branch has opened in Jaipur Centre Mall that is located on Tonk Road, close to Jawahar Circle and the posh Jaipur International Airport and five-star hotels.
The best part about it is that it would become very convenient for those living in nearby areas because they would not have to go all the way to the branch at Ajmer Road. Sigh!
Decathlon Jaipur Centre, Ground Floor, Jaipur Center, B-2 Byepass & Tonk Rd Junction.
Two-storey store
The store has two floors loaded with some amazing items.
The ground floor offers an exclusive collection of accessories and equipments and comfortable winter wear.
The first floor is filled with a wider range of equipments like yoga mats, skating gears, footballs, basketballs etc. and smart-looking sport wear.
Whether it is shoes, travel kits or hiking kits, they have it all!
It is surely grand and a great deal of happiness for those who enjoy playing sports.
Every month there are a load of events happening around the city that gives us a chance to explore, interact with new people and have fun. October month was filled with workshops, music shows, festivals and a lot of fun-filled activities. Now that we are about to enter into November with absolutely no festivals to celebrate, we have listed down some events that would make this month a little interesting.
So, without wasting any time let’s see what all interesting events are stored in this month!
The festive season is around the corner and we couldn’t be more excited about it for its festive spirit is all around the city. The city is drenched in colours and is buzzing until late at night especially the markets. Festival season means buying new things for your home and for yourself and that is why there’s a boom in the markets at this time of the year. If you have already explored the city markets, you can check out these mind-blowing lifestyle exhibition. So, make some space in your wardrobe and go shopping at-
1. Varam
Date- 30th Sept – 2nd Oct
Time- 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Venue- D-2 Janpath, Shyam Nagar
2. Jaipur Lifestyle Expo 2019
Date- 1st – 2nd October
Time- 08:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Venue- Hotel Grand Uniara
3. The Craft Collective
Date- 1st – 2nd October
Time- 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Venue- Ritu Kedia For Exclusive, Civil Lines
4. Jhalak Fashion Exhibition
Date- 1st – 3rd October
Time- 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Venue- Jaipur Marriott Hotel
5. Festive Fever Jaipur | Funky Fish
Date- 3rd October
Time- 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Venue- Hotel Holiday Inn
6. India Shopping Expo 2019
Date- 4th – 6th Oct
Time- 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Venue- B. M. Birla Auditorium
7. The Urban Thaat
Date- 4th – 5th Oct
Time- 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Venue- Hilton, Hawa Sadak, Jaipur
8. Dahleez Diwali Lifestyle Exhibition
Date- 9th – 10th Oct
Time- 10:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Venue- Fort Lounge, Jawahar Lal Nehru Marg, Adinath Nagar, Jaipur
9. Lagan Mandap Wedding & Lifestyle Exhibition
Date- 10th – 11th Oct
Time- 10:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Venue- Holiday Inn, Jaipur City Centre, Jaipur
10. Desi Bazaar: Indian Designer Haat Bazaar with Festive Vibes
Date- 10th – 11th October
Time- 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Venue- Bhatia Bhawan Jaipur
11. Hidden Treasures Winter Festive Edit
Date- 11th – 12th October
Time- 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Venue- Hotel Diggi Palace
12. Shimmer- Diwali Lifestyle Exhibition
Date- 12th – 13th Oct
Time- 11:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Venue- Hotel Sarovar portico
13. Blooming Tassels
Date- 14th – 15th Oct
Time- 10:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Venue- Bais Godown, opp godown no.5, Jaipur
14. The Luxury Living
Date- 15th – 16th Oct
Time- 10:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Venue- Holiday Inn Jaipur city centre, Sardar Patel Road
15. Labels Lifestyle Exhibition
Date- 17th – 18th Oct
Time- 11:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Venue- Hotel Grand Uniara
16. The Royale Flea
Date- 17th – 20th Oct
Time- 11:00 AM – 09:30 PM
Venue- Barwada House, Jacob Road, Ajmer Road, Civil Lines
With the monotonous life routines what keeps us going are the frolicsome events that release the stress off from our mind for time being. Beyond culture and heritage, Jaipur is also growing into an entertaining hub and with the blend of culture, art and modernity Pink City has become one hell of a happening place. And that is why every month we bring to you the list of all the events happening around the city.
So, buckle up as the upcoming month is going to be Legen-wait for it…Dary! LEGENDARY!
It’s that time of the year again when the world celebrates the birthday of its legendary god by grooving on these beats. There’s fun, madness and passion in this festival of Ganesh Chaturthi in Jaipur.
Festivities are around the corner and, you are all anchored with your plans. Jaipur is also one step ahead in making your August plan more exciting and power-packed with new endeavours. The festival of Teej, Rakhi, Independence day, World Photography day and what not is already in store.
Jaipur and Jaipurites are already excited as one could plan for festivals, comedy gig, and a variety of exhibitions and workshops that are happening this August. With a list of events below, prepare and plan wisely to have a blast this month-
Festivals-
Teej and Rakhi are the most important festivals of this season and, which is something you cannot miss. The colourful Teej processions, splendid exhibitions, delicious savouries will give you a perfect festival vibe.
Jaipur’s Royal Teej Celebration
Teej Festival though is fêted all over the state but celebrated at its colourful best in Jaipur. Dedicated to Goddess Parvati a royal procession is held every year during Shrawan month. On the occasion women, girls dress up in their colourful best leheriyas, adorn lac bangles, sing devotional songs, put up mehndi, eat delicious savouries. The mesmerizing procession of Goddess Parvati winds magnificently through the Old City of Jaipur via Tripoliya Gate (City Palace) Tripoliya Bazar and Gangauri Bazar with chariots, decorated camels, dancing folk artists, brass bands and royal palanquins for two days. Get your cameras ready to capture the real flavour of Jaipur!
Date: 3rd-4th August 2019
JAIPUR TEEJ TOUR by Red Earth India
The tour is particularly curated for the tourists who can observe the glorious festival of Teej in the Walled City in addition to the culture and traditions of Jaipur by visiting the old Bazaars and temples. If you want to experience the grand procession of Teej in the Pink City and revel in the city’s bazaars and shop for Jaipur specials; let’s take a walk through the 18th c. the walled city of Jaipur. Explore some lesser-known Vaishnava temples of Jaipur, relish special festival food and Rajasthani delicacies and uncover the crafts & design heritage of the city with RedEarth India.
Exhibitions and Workshops-
Check out the most exciting exhibitions and workshops
Rakhi Malhaar by Anantaya Decor
Raksha Bandhan is a festival of irreplaceable bonds and promising vows. To celebrate this sibling spirit, Anantaya Decor brings to you the gift launch exhibition where you could choose from a range of products starting from eco-friendly rakhis, upcycled makhmal bags, handmade pottery, Kathhaa wearable jewellery and many more. Visit to buy the ideal gift for your sibling.
Rakhi Exhibition by Sumayaa
Sumayaa Exhibitions is the biggest shopping platform for today’s lifestyle needs and this season they are organizing rakhi exhibition in the city with the best of exhibitors and their products.
Rakhi Workshop at Art Forte
Join a Creative workshop at Art Forte on this Rakhi tie a handmade rakhi on your brother’s hand.
House of Masaba – Jaipur Pop Up
House of Masaba bringing their array of silhouettes and prints to Jaipur. The show is presenting the latest collection by houseofmasaba at Grand Uniara Hotel.
BrushPen Calligraphy Workshop by Royal Letters
Looking for some artful lessons on calligraphy to create beautiful designs? Brushpen Calligraphy by Royal Letters is in town this August to give you a complete workshop on this for 2 days. Join this workshop and bring the creator in you.
StoryTelling Documentary Workshop-TOSS
This documentary workshop by TOSS can be a golden opportunity for the amateur or the budding filmmakers as acknowledged personalities like Nilotpal Majumdar and, Surpriyo Sen will be the part of the mentor panel. It will focus on in-depth discussions on multiple genres and new ways of expressions. Register yourself to experience learning with professionals.
Entertainment, Entertainment & Entertainment
This August your stomach will hurt so much with all the laughter coming to your way. There are many stand up comedians coming to Jaipur to give you all a good laugh. Choose your favourite artist and have a great time this season, laughing.
Jeeveshu Ahluwalia – Stand-Up Comedian
You’ll be in splits of laughter and bouts of dance all through the same evening at the Grand Launch of Hi Lo (The Underground).
Venue: Hotel De Nada
Date and Time: 2nd August 2019, 8:00 P.M.
Vijay Yadav – Bantering You
Venue: Club Colaba, Jaipur
Date and Time: 4th August 2019; 7:30 P.M.
Sundowner Poll Party – DJ Jhonnie Ernest
Celebrate the bond of friendship from sunny day to starry night at Jaipur’s first real Sundowner & Pool Party.
Venue: Hotel De Nada
Date and Time: 4th August 2019; 3:00 P.M.
Atul Khatri Live
Venue: Fort-Kitchen and Banquet
Date and Time: 18th August 2019; 7:30 P.M.
Not Just Baniya! A stand up comedy solo by Gaurav Gupta
Date & Venue- The Native Bar on Friday, 9 August 2019
The fun has a different connotation for everyone. Some find pleasure in playing with words; some take enthusiasm in writing words or, some, like to dance on the words penned by others. Every concern is taken care of with different programs and workshops.
