The India International Dance and Music Festival 2026 opened with spectacular performances by artists from 33 countries at Chandigarh University, celebrating cultural diversity and global unity.
International publishers show strong interest in translating Tamil literature into French, Korean, and Spanish at the Chennai International Book Fair 2026, with over 1,200 agreements signed.
Advik, an Indian traveler, accidentally became the star of a tribal festival in China's Yunnan province. His Instagram video shows villagers lining up for photos with him in traditional attire.
The New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 has become a major global literary hub with over 35 countries participating. Qatar serves as Guest of Honour, showcasing its rich literary heritage and strengthening cultural ties with India.
Bengaluru's Freedom Park will host spectacular French aerial performances on January 17 and 18, featuring acrobatics and dance in the sky, as part of a cultural exchange initiative.
A Naga artiste is bringing her unique musical style to Bengaluru, hoping to connect with fresh listeners and expand her reach in the city's vibrant cultural scene.
The British Council will participate in the 49th International Kolkata Book Fair, offering literature, digital resources, and UK study opportunities at its pavilion from January 22 to February 3, 2026.
India and the Netherlands have agreed to enhance their strategic, cultural, and economic partnership, responding to evolving global dynamics with new collaborative initiatives.
Prime Minister Modi shares insights from the Kashi-Tamil Sangamam, highlighting its success in bridging cultural divides and strengthening national integration through shared heritage.
Austria and Ukraine presented a shared literary stand at the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026, featuring curated books and author discussions to foster cultural dialogue with India.
Hardik Chauhan's viral videos of German choirs singing Gujarati folk songs create cultural harmony, coinciding with Chancellor Merz's Gujarat visit.
Popular streamer IShowSpeed impressed Maasai elders in Kenya by winning their traditional jumping dance, earning the honorary title 'Nyangulo' during his Africa tour.
Indian Energy Exchange shares traded positive despite a falling market. Key drivers include strong Q3 results and plans for an Indian Gas Exchange IPO by 2026. Read the full analysis.
Varanasi schools and colleges plan regular Tamil classes under Kashi Tamil Sangamam. 50 teachers may go to Tamil Nadu to teach Hindi, boosting cultural ties.
Varanasi plans daily Tamil classes in colleges and a teacher exchange program, inspired by PM Modi's Kashi Tamil Sangamam vision. Read about this cultural bridge.
An American man reunites with a Japanese exchange student after 48 years, sparked by a handwritten note and an old email address. A heartwarming story of enduring friendship.
NSE and IGX collaborate to develop a natural gas futures contract for India. This move aims to boost market transparency, provide a risk management tool, and create a domestic price benchmark. Read more.
A Lithuanian student's harrowing J-1 visa experience in Colorado reveals exploitation, abuse, and a convicted sex offender boss. Read about the systemic failures in the US cultural exchange program.
The Indian rupee strengthened by 31 paise against the US dollar on January 7, 2026, closing at 89.87. Discover the day's trading range and key market movements.
Copper prices hover near record highs, nickel hits 19-month peak on Indonesia's supply cut. Citi raises near-term copper target to $14,000/ton. Market eyes Fed rate path. Full analysis inside.
The 2024 China-Cambodia Cultural Exchange Festival in Phnom Penh celebrated shared heritage with art, film, and forums, reinforcing Belt and Road cultural bonds. Explore the deepening Sino-Cambodian partnership.
A 21-member NSS team from Banaras Hindu University left for Manipur to join the Ashtalakshmi Darshan Youth Exchange, a govt initiative promoting cultural unity. Read about their mission.
SUO Manya Bahl from MCM DAV College represented India in a cultural and leadership exchange in Bhutan from Dec 12-19. The programme included trekking, rafting, and a dinner with PM Tshering Tobgay. Read more.
Indian Energy Exchange faces a binary future as market coupling regulation looms. DIIs bet big despite 43% stock fall. Will 80% EBITDA margins survive? Analysis inside.
Celebrating its 13th anniversary, the Korean Cultural Centre India unveils 'Travelling Sketch: Beyond Us, Between Us', featuring 200+ artworks by Indian and Korean artists. Explore cultural exchange through travel-inspired art until Feb 28, 2026.
IIT Kanpur successfully hosted the Inter-IIT Cultural Meet 8.0 with 23 IITs. The 5-day festival featured competitions, performances by Dr. Soma Ghosh, and a grand Pro-Nite. Read more!
India gears up for a landmark 2025, celebrating 150 years of Vande Mataram and hosting the Maha Kumbh Mela. Explore the full schedule of cultural milestones.
Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) shares dropped 4% on December 26, 2025, nearing a 52-week low. The fall is linked to potential transaction fee changes on power exchanges. Get the full market analysis.
A New York Times investigation reveals how the J-1 cultural exchange visa became a profit-driven system exploiting foreign students. Learn the shocking truth behind the program's failure.
The UAE Central Bank has revoked Omda Exchange's licence and fined it Dh10 million for regulatory breaches. This action strengthens the financial system's integrity for residents. Read more about the enforcement.