a common practice in traditional saree dressing, may lead to skin cancer, warn doctors in a recent report published in BMJ ...

Among the many things we Bengalis love, our ardent affection and fascination with traditional wear surely trumps all else.

This unique condition usually occurs in the midsection, or at the waistline, and results from chronic irritation caused by a tightly tied petticoat cord (or nada), which secures the saree in place.” ...

Calcutta's Bamabodhini magazine put out an advertisement, proposing a "new way" of putting on a saree that accompanied a blouse, a slip, petticoat, broach and shoes.

Sarees are timeless and elegant garments that are an essential part of Indian culture and fashion. Traditionally worn by ...