Umashree's Solo Play Bridges Theatre Gap at Badami Jatra
Veteran actress and MLA Umashree performed her solo play 'Sharmishthe' at Goddess Banashankari's annual jatra in Badami, attracting large crowds and bridging professional and amateur theatre.
Veteran actress and MLA Umashree performed her solo play 'Sharmishthe' at Goddess Banashankari's annual jatra in Badami, attracting large crowds and bridging professional and amateur theatre.
Kapali Cinema in Bengaluru continues its legacy by offering low ticket and food prices as its unique selling point, though weekend rates are only slightly cheaper than other multiplexes.
The Jaipur Literature Festival 2026 dates are now official. The event will take place at its traditional venue with updated ticket prices and exciting highlights for attendees.
The BLR Hubba festival in Bengaluru begins on January 16, featuring more than 350 events across art, culture, and innovation. This vibrant celebration aims to showcase the city's creative spirit.
Experience 'Blood Moon Over Bengaluru,' a unique immersive theatre show blending gothic horror, Karnataka folklore, and queer themes from Jan 16-18. Your choices shape the story!
The 59th All India Prakash Chandra Ghosh Memorial Bengali Drama Competition concluded in Lucknow. Barrackpore's play 'Mulakkaram' won the top award. Discover the winners and highlights of this cultural fest.
The Bhumika Women's Club hosts its 15th Bengaluru edition this Saturday, featuring music, networking, and empowerment for women. Join the event at The Humming Tree.
Mysuru's iconic Rangayana repertory theatre grapples with a severe identity crisis due to institutional neglect, funding issues, and a talent shortage. Discover the challenges facing this cultural pillar.
Mysuru's 25th Bahuroopi National Theatre Festival, honoring Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, runs Jan 11-18. Features 24 plays, music, film fest, and stalls. Join the cultural celebration!
The 24th Bahuroopi National Theatre Festival kicks off in Mysuru on January 11, 2025. Featuring 22 plays in 10 languages, the event celebrates India's diverse theatrical traditions. Don't miss this cultural extravaganza!
Plan your Delhi trip in January 2026! Don't miss the World Book Fair, Republic Day Parade, Ramayan Mela, Crafts Bazaar & Kite Festival. Free entry to many events.
The 59th Prakash Chandra Ghosh Memorial All India Full-Length Bengali Drama Competition is on in Lucknow. 16 theatre groups from Delhi, Kolkata & more are performing free shows till January 8. Don't miss this cultural treat!
A 16-year-old boy was caught filming women in a Bengaluru cinema washroom. Police recovered videos of six victims. Read the full details of the shocking incident and the legal action taken.
Madiwala police apprehend a minor for recording videos in a women's washroom at Sandhya Cinema Theatre. A second boy detained for inquiry. Read the full details.
A 21-year-old man was arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly placing a mobile phone to secretly record women in a theatre's washroom. The incident occurred at a multiplex in Yelahanka. Read the full details.
A minor was detained at Sandhya Theatre in Bengaluru's Chikka Madiwala for allegedly using a mobile phone inside a women's washroom. Police are investigating the serious incident.
Jaipur's iconic Ravindra Manch, established in 1963, faces decay. Once hosting legends like Begum Akhtar and Jagjit Singh, its cracked walls now symbolize a fading cultural legacy. Read about the fight to save it.
The 23rd Chitra Santhe art fair transformed Bengaluru's Kumara Krupa Road into a massive open-air gallery. With 1,530 stalls and artworks from Rs 100 to lakhs, the event saw record footfall and sales. Explore the highlights.
Bengaluru's Chitra Santhe art fair attracted over three lakh visitors with its 2026 theme on environmental challenges. See how art highlighted climate issues.
Four acclaimed plays from Pune, including 'Kadambari' on Tagore's muse, are set to be staged at the 8th National Theatre Festival in Kolkata from Jan 4-12. Discover the stories behind these selections.
Get the latest Bengaluru news for January 4, 2026. Stay updated on major civic developments, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political news from the city.
Beat the winter chill with our guide to Delhi's top January 2026 events! From the India Open Badminton to Tiësto's concert and cultural festivals, plan your perfect start to the new year.
The 12th Dhaatu International Puppet Festival kicks off in Bengaluru on Feb 29, featuring 40+ artists. Explore traditional & contemporary puppetry at Ranga Shankara. Don't miss this cultural feast!
Rangayana Dharwad's 6-day theatre festival features plays by three Rangayana units and a historical Gandhi photo exhibition. Inaugurated by Director Venkataramana Attal, it runs daily at 6pm. Join the cultural celebration!
2026 promises a spectacular year for skywatchers with 13 major lunar events, including supermoons, solar and lunar eclipses, and rare planetary conjunctions visible from India and globally. Mark your calendars!
Bengaluru's New Year celebrations saw thinner crowds and robust police deployment, ensuring safety but impacting business for city-centre pubs and restaurants. Read the full report.
Explore how Karnataka's Shakeel Ahmmad uses eclectic theatre to challenge norms and ignite crucial social dialogue. Discover his unique approach to storytelling.
Bengaluru is transforming its sports infrastructure to host global events like the Olympics. Plans include world-class stadiums, upgraded tracks, and modern facilities for football, hockey, and athletics. #Bengaluru #SportsHub
Kannada superstar Kichcha Sudeep will celebrate New Year's Eve 2025 by watching his film 'Mark' with fans in Bengaluru and Mysuru. Join the special fan shows!
Theatre artist Somnath Sarkar delves into the narrative arc of romance, separation, and reunification in a full-length play. Explore the wisdom behind the stage lights. Read more insights.