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!
Nearly 200 volunteers, including students and experts, participated in Tamil Nadu's synchronized wetland bird census in Madurai, aiming to track species trends and boost conservation efforts.
Tamil Nadu initiates a synchronized bird census in two phases, covering wetlands and terrestrial areas. The count is crucial for conservation efforts. Read the full details.
Scientists reveal the hooded pitohui, a bird from New Guinea, carries deadly batrachotoxin. Discover how its diet makes it toxic and why it's a marvel of evolution.
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!
Discover how Bengaluru's urban gardens and parks are turning into unexpected birding hotspots, attracting over 100 species and fostering community conservation efforts.
H5N1 avian influenza confirmed in 11 Kerala panchayats. Authorities launch massive culling operation. Health officials urge caution but say properly cooked poultry is safe.
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!
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.
Discover the epic journey of migratory birds from Siberia to India's wetlands. Learn about their routes, challenges, and why India is a crucial winter refuge. Explore the spectacle!
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
H5N1 avian influenza infects cattle and poultry workers, with 986 global cases since 2003. Experts say human-to-human spread remains unlikely, but vigilance is key. Learn the risks and prevention steps.
Gujarat's Khijadiya bird sanctuary, a Ramsar site, saw over 52,400 visitors in 2024-25. Bird species rose to 332. It will be a model at Vibrant Gujarat Conference.
Srirangapatna Bird Sanctuary in Mandya witnesses a higher influx of migratory birds this season, with over 2,700 birds from 32 species recorded. Ideal weather and water levels create perfect habitat. Plan your visit during the peak season from Dec 20 to J
Scientists uncover how birds like ibises use precise V-formation flight to save energy on long journeys. Discover the amazing teamwork behind this natural phenomenon.
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.
Bengaluru police arrested a man impersonating a journalist and press club president for allegedly cheating a homemaker of Rs 20 lakh with false promises of prestigious posts. Read the full details of the scam.
The 12th Manipur Sangai Festival concluded successfully, highlighting resilience, cultural heritage, and sports. Governor Bhalla praised stakeholders and infrastructure initiatives boosting tourism. Read more.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport reports stable bird-strike numbers in 2025, with Aug-Oct being critical. Learn how a multi-layered wildlife management program is ensuring aircraft safety.
A federal appeals court upheld a ruling disqualifying Alina Habba, calling her appointment unlawful. This is a major setback for the Trump administration's legal strategy. Read the full details.
A US appeals court upheld the disqualification of Alina Habba, Donald Trump's former lawyer, as New Jersey's US Attorney. The ruling challenges the Trump administration's appointment tactics. Read the full story for details.
Bull owners in Haveri district announce continuous protest from December 6 against 18 government conditions for traditional bull-taming events. Over 500 bulls expected in procession.
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!
Karnataka witnesses alarming decline in migratory birds despite early conservation efforts. Lack of consolidated data hampers protection measures for avian diversity. Urgent action needed.
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 IndiGo flight with 186 people onboard safely landed at Dehradun airport after a bird strike. All passengers safe as airline follows emergency protocols.
Birdwatchers make historic first sighting of rare Sykes's Nightjar in Mangaluru. Discover this nocturnal bird's significance and conservation importance.
A Washington resident is hospitalised with the first US human case of H5N5 bird flu. Health officials confirm the risk to the public remains low. Read the full details.