‘Halkhata’ refers to the ritual of starting a new logbook for one’s business or establishment. Speaking about the tradition, Abul Hayat quipped, “The ritual is still ongoing and I have been invited to a few as well. People have sweets to mark the auspicious event, which I like very much.”

The weather in the Indian capital was just right for ushering in the Noboborsho – cool breeze, chunks of clouds gliding across an azure sky and the