Explore how recent Indian films like '12th Fail' and 'Three of Us' are moving beyond spectacle to tell intimate, powerful stories about home, family, and personal truth. Discover the cinematic shift.
Dondapati Rama Rao collapsed during a meeting with the three-man committee on Amaravati capital issues. His death has intensified farmers' anger over pending compensation and land problems. Read the full story.
Seeking motivation for a new chapter? Discover five powerful Indian films, from '12th Fail' to 'Laapataa Ladies', that celebrate resilience, self-discovery, and fresh starts. Get inspired to hit reset!
YMCC secured a hard-fought 4-wicket victory over Graduate Club to reach the final of the Late KS Saxena Memorial Cricket Tournament in Kanpur. Rahul Pal's unbeaten 44 earned him Man of the Match.
The six-day Panna Bharat Ram Theatre Festival 2025 concluded in New Delhi, showcasing award-winning plays on diverse themes. Audiences braved cold and pollution to enjoy thought-provoking performances.
M.K. Raina's powerful adaptation 'Pret', based on Ibsen's Ghosts, was performed in Delhi. The play confronts inherited hypocrisy and the clash of tradition with scientific thought. Read more.
Anil Rastogi, an 82-year-old scientist-turned-actor from Lucknow, achieves a rare milestone with his 100th stage performance. Discover his inspiring journey from CDRI to theatre luminary.
Repertwahr Season 13 lit up Lucknow with powerful theatre and hilarious stand-up comedy. Audiences were captivated by the play 'Ambaa' and Gurleen Pannu's comedy. Read more about the cultural highlight!
Lucknow's Repertwahr festival, now a four-day cultural spectacle, doubled its footfall this year. Founder Priyanka Sarkar shares the journey from a 1-2 day event to a major celebration of performing arts. Read more about its evolution and future goals.
Struggling with today's NYT Strands puzzle? Get all hints, theme words, and the spangram for the December 21, 2025, 'Big Bad Wolf' challenge. Solve it now!
Washington's iconic Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has been renamed to include former US President Donald J. Trump. Explore the history and controversy behind this major change.
A deep dive into the week's key global events: escalating student-led protests in Bangladesh, PM Modi's strategic three-nation tour, and Venezuela's high-stakes presidential election. Stay informed on geopolitics that matter.
Japan reaffirms its non-nuclear principles after a security official's controversial remarks, reigniting a national debate fueled by threats from China, North Korea, and uncertainty over US guarantees under Trump. Read the full analysis.
Explore how Bengaluru's unique theatre culture, shaped by multilingualism and dedicated spaces, thrives today. Veteran artists share insights on its evolution and distinct identity.
Discover how the octopus's three hearts and unique physiology allow it to survive cardiac pauses. This marine marvel offers crucial insights for medical research on organ survival in low oxygen.
Grips Theatre India celebrates 40 years in Pune, championing children's right to question. Founder Mohan Agashe & German inspiration Volker Ludwig discuss its political, socially-aware legacy. Read more.
Haryana establishes a national benchmark with a 99% DNA positivity rate in POCSO cases using a robust three-tier forensic protocol. Learn how this model ensures justice for children.
Discover the incredible science behind the octopus's three hearts and blue blood. Learn why swimming exhausts them and how their unique physiology dictates their ocean-floor lifestyle.
The Bhumika Club launches in Bengaluru, offering a weekly Saturday space for women to connect, share stories, and build community. Join the inaugural event on April 20.
The 14th Jairangam theatre festival in Jaipur, from Dec 18-21, features a New Zealand play's India debut, a Guru Dutt tribute, and 11 productions with women directors at its core. Explore Jaipur's culture!
PM Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome from the Indian community in Oman. The visit, marking 70 years of diplomatic relations, aims to deepen bilateral cooperation. Read more.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wraps up his three-nation tour with a landmark visit to Oman, focusing on bolstering strategic and economic partnerships in the Gulf region.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wraps up his visit to Ethiopia with key talks and MoU signings, before departing for Oman on the final leg of his three-nation diplomatic tour. Read the full details.
World silver medallist Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar sets a new national and world record score of 470.5 at the 68th National Shooting Championship in Bhopal, cementing his status as India's premier rifle shooter.
Indore Municipal Corporation launches a Rs 2 crore Waste Cloth Processing Plant at Devguradia Trenching Ground. The PPP project will convert textile waste into reusable yarn, generating monthly revenue and boosting the city's 'Waste to Wealth' model. Read
India's Supreme Court agrees to hear a plea for including 'intersex' as a category in the national census. The Centre's Solicitor General did not oppose the move. Read the full details.
India sends a 57-member national arts team to the inaugural SCO Youth Delphic Games in Belarus. The team will compete across 6 art forms, showcasing India's rich cultural heritage.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi concludes a productive visit to Jordan, marking expanded cooperation across key sectors. Read about the diplomatic outcomes and the next stops on his three-nation tour.
The 5-day Yuvaa Rang Utsav in Jalandhar concluded on a high note with the play 'Dost Dost Na Raha'. The festival celebrated theatre with multiple performances and honored veteran artistes.
Congress accuses Goa government of grave failure after Anjuna club fire. Demands action against officials & owners. Read the full story on the political fallout.