Explore the forgotten history of Bengaluru's Sampangi Lake, which became the Sree Kanteerava Stadium. Discover its seasonal past, colonial transformation, and the community that once thrived on its banks.
South Central Railway urges public to avoid kite flying near tracks this Sankranti after past electrocution incidents. High-voltage lines pose fatal risk, especially with Chinese threads.
A minor argument between children over kite flying in Barwani's Rajpur escalated into large-scale stone-pelting, injuring several and damaging vehicles. Police have registered cases and deployed additional forces. Read the full report.
A children's kite-flying argument in Rajpur, Barwani, escalated into major stone-pelting and violence. Police registered cases against 45 people. Read the full report on the incident and its aftermath.
Ludhiana's traditional kite-flying gets a modern twist with LED-lit kites. Artisans in Daresi and Trunk Wala Bazaar report high demand for these illuminated kites, especially from youth. Discover how this trend is transforming a daytime activity into a no
Ludhiana police arrested three men in Moti Nagar with 960 rolls of deadly Chinese kite string. A case under BNS sections registered. Read about the police's zero-tolerance policy.
Jaipur police impose a complete kite-flying ban within a 5-km radius of Mahal Road and Hare Krishna Marg from Jan 2-15 for Army Day rehearsals. Know the dates, timings, and safety reasons behind this crucial restriction.
Ahmedabad rural police seized banned nylon kite strings worth crores and busted a major manufacturing network ahead of Uttarayan, preventing potential fatal accidents. Read the full crackdown details.
Amritsar citizens demand action as banned Chinese kite strings are still sold openly, posing a deadly threat to humans and birds. Read the full report.
Bhilwara police arrested six and seized over 150 spools of banned Chinese kite string. The crackdown aims to protect birds and public safety. Environmentalists urge the use of cotton thread.
Ludhiana police crack down on Chinese 'manjha' sellers. Two vendors arrested, but manufacturers and suppliers remain at large. Learn about the dangers of this banned kite string.
Ajni police in Nagpur intercepted an e-rickshaw and seized 120 pieces of banned nylon kite string (manja) in a midnight operation, arresting two individuals. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Explore the history of Castle Rock, a key site in Goa's 1961 liberation near Dudhsagar Falls. Discover its strategic role and how to visit this historic landmark.
Pakistan's Punjab province ends a two-decade-long ban on kite flying during Basant festival. The decision aims to revive cultural traditions but comes with strict safety regulations. Read more.
A 27-year-old man in Lucknow suffered a neck injury after a sharp kite string slit his throat while riding. Police detained six individuals for questioning. Read the full details.
Discover the surprising evolution of Black Friday from 1869 financial panic to modern shopping ritual. Learn how Philadelphia police coined the term and how retailers rebranded it.
Explore the controversial defense of Lord Curzon's viceroyalty in 1902 India, examining his administrative policies and the historical context that shaped British colonial rule.
Haryana CM's flying squad takes strict action against traffic violators in Gurugram. 9 vehicles fined, 6 impounded for various offenses. Read about the crackdown.
Chhattisgarh HC mandates rigorous enforcement of Chinese manja ban after compliance report, closing suo motu case. Authorities directed to prevent sale and use of dangerous kite strings.
Ex-bureaucrat challenges conventional Mizo history dating back to 16th century, proposes new timeline starting from 18th century based on oral traditions and genealogical records.
Ex-bureaucrat challenges conventional Mizo history, calls for evidence-based revision of historical narrative and timeline accuracy.
Discover how the Mughal Empire transformed India into an economic superpower with innovative business practices, global trade networks, and commercial systems that shaped modern commerce.
Explore the devastating 19th century famine that ravaged Orissa, exposing colonial administrative failures and claiming countless lives in one of India's darkest historical episodes.
Discover how Karnataka Police uniforms transformed from royal Mysore era headgear to today's modern khaki, reflecting 200 years of history and cultural identity.
Discover the untold story behind Karnataka Police's distinctive headgear - from British-era influences to modern identity markers that tell a century of policing history.
Explore the hidden history of queer India through groundbreaking books that challenge colonial narratives and celebrate diverse sexualities across centuries of South Asian culture.
Discover the revolutionary flying car that requires no pilot's license to operate. Priced at Rs 1.6 crore, this futuristic vehicle could transform urban mobility in India and make personal air travel accessible to everyone.
Discover the spectacular new Natural History Museum in Abu Dhabi featuring the legendary Stan the T-Rex and 13,000+ specimens across 13.8 billion years of history.
Discover Harvard University's surprising origins, including its original name, unusual beginnings, and fascinating legacy secrets you never knew!
Exclusive first look at India's revolutionary flying car technology that's set to transform urban mobility and combat traffic congestion forever.