Andhra Announces Avakai Festival of Cinema & Culture in 2026
Andhra Pradesh Govt launches Avakai: Amaravati Festival of Cinema, Culture & Literature from Jan 8-10, 2026. A public riverfront event celebrating Telugu arts. Explore the details!
Andhra Pradesh Govt launches Avakai: Amaravati Festival of Cinema, Culture & Literature from Jan 8-10, 2026. A public riverfront event celebrating Telugu arts. Explore the details!
Former Arunachal MLA Yadap Apang, wife of ex-CM Gegong Apang, passed away at her Oyan home. A tea sector pioneer and ex-publisher, she leaves a legacy in public service. Read more about her life.
A powerful winter storm triggers a state of emergency in Southern California, causing 3 deaths, widespread flooding, and power outages. Governor Newsom deploys emergency teams.
The 11th Khajuraho International Film Festival, held from Dec 16-22, celebrated cinema, culture, and ideas. Featuring stars, 102 films, and folk arts, it honored legends like Dharmendra. Explore the highlights!
Arunachal Pradesh launches its first Sunrise Festival from Dec 29 in Dong village, India's easternmost point. Experience 5 days of culture, adventure & sustainable New Year celebrations.
The 3rd Arunachal Pineapple Festival in Bagra from Jan 16-18 celebrates local Galo culture & sweet pineapples, boosting tourism & farmer livelihoods. Join the celebration!
The 3rd Sharjah Festival of African Literature opens on Jan 14, featuring 50+ writers from 15+ countries. Explore panels, poetry, and cultural exchange in the UAE. Discover the full programme now!
Arunachal Pradesh faced a stormy 2025 marked by a UK resident's detention in China, public protests, and natural calamities. Explore the key events that shaped the year.
Over 3,100 youth will converge in Bilaspur for Chhattisgarh's State Youth Festival 2025 from Dec 23-25. The event launches Khelo India Tribal Games, aiming to empower youth and preserve culture. Read more.
BJP secures a decisive victory in Itanagar Municipal Corporation elections, while PPA wins Pasighat. The Congress party fails to win a single seat in Arunachal Pradesh civic polls.
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
The 10th Serendipity Arts Festival in Panaji, from Dec 12-21, showcases interdisciplinary art, breaking genre silos with 35+ curators. Explore dance, theatre, food & tech fusion.
The 12th Manipur Sangai Festival concluded successfully, highlighting resilience, cultural heritage, and sports. Governor Bhalla praised stakeholders and infrastructure initiatives boosting tourism. Read more.
The 8th Namdapha Butterfly Festival in Arunachal Pradesh documented 126 species, uniting conservationists & communities for Himalayan biodiversity. Read more.
Thiruvananthapuram revenue district school youth festival commences on December 1 in Attingal. Over 8,000 students from 1,002 schools will compete in 317 events across 14 venues during the five-day cultural extravaganza.
Winners from Patna's District-Level Youth Festival 2025-26 will represent the city at the State Youth Festival. The event featured folk dance, singing, painting and literary competitions.
The 2025 International Film Festival of India concluded successfully with outstanding film curation, restoring audience confidence in India's premier cinema event. Discover the highlights!
China rejects allegations of harassing Arunachal-born Indian citizen Pema Wangjom Thongdok at Shanghai Airport while reiterating territorial claim over Arunachal Pradesh. India issues strong protest.
China refutes claims of harassing an Indian woman at Shanghai airport over her Arunachal Pradesh birthplace. India lodges a strong protest, reaffirming the state as its integral part.
UK-based Indian citizen Pema Wangjom Thongdok detained at Shanghai Airport over Arunachal birthplace in passport. China denies allegations. Full details inside.
Pema Wang Thongdok detained at Shanghai airport as Chinese officials refused to recognize Arunachal Pradesh in Indian passport. Read how diplomatic intervention resolved the crisis.
India lodges a formal protest after a woman from Arunachal Pradesh was held for 18 hours at Shanghai airport over her 'invalid' passport. Read the full story.
Prema Wangjom Thongdok from Arunachal Pradesh was held at Shanghai airport for 18 hours as Chinese officials refused to recognize her Indian passport. Read about this diplomatic incident.
An Indian woman from Arunachal Pradesh faced detention at Shanghai airport due to her address. Government sources warn Chinese actions create unnecessary obstructions in bilateral relations.
Prema Wangjom Thongdok from Arunachal Pradesh detained 18+ hours at Shanghai airport as Chinese officials declared her Indian passport invalid. Read her harrowing ordeal.
International Kolkata Short Film Festival 2026 reveals official selections with 250+ films from 300 submissions. Festival runs January 20-25 across multiple venues. Discover the lineup!
An Indian woman from Arunachal Pradesh faced 18-hour detention at Shanghai Airport after Chinese officials rejected her passport, claiming Arunachal as Chinese territory. Read her harrowing ordeal.
Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu commits to strengthening cooperative sector, reveals 1,449 societies with 2.2 lakh members. Government support promised post-elections.
Assam's Water Resources Minister Pijush Hazarika attended the opening ceremony of Poi Pee Mau Tai festival in Arunachal Pradesh, celebrating Tai Khamti New Year and cultural harmony.
The Family Man season 3 begins filming in Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh in 2025. Discover the Northeast Indian locations and production details.