Street vendors display Indian National Flags ahead of Independence Day, in Delhi
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Street vendors display Indian National Flags, or Tiranga, along a roadside in Delhi, India, ahead of Independence Day on 15 August.
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Daily Routine of Allahabad’s Traditional Wholesale Market
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Batasha Mandi in Prayagraj (Allahabad) reflects the vibrant commercial rhythm of the city’s old marketplace culture. Known for its wholesale trade in batasha (traditional sugar sweets), pooja materials, and festive supplies, the market comes alive early in the morning as shopkeepers lift shutters and arrange fresh stock for the day. Throughout the day, narrow lanes fill with traders, handcarts, and customers negotiating bulk purchases. The atmosphere is energetic yet traditional—shopkeepers calculating accounts, porters transporting sacks of goods, and local buyers selecting items for religious ceremonies and household needs. The scent of sweets and incense lingers in the air, especially during festive seasons like Diwali and wedding months. By evening, the pace slows slightly as retailers
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