Hokkaido: Where Snow, Sand and Sea Meet
Discover Hokkaido, Japan's unique coastline where winter snow blankets the beach beside an unfrozen sea. A rare natural spectacle for travellers. Plan your trip!
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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!
Chennai Madhi Food Festival: 4.5 Lakh Visitors, ₹2.56 Cr Sales
The Madhi Food Festival in Chennai's Besant Nagar concluded successfully, with 150 women entrepreneurs attracting 4.5 lakh visitors and achieving ₹2.56 crore in sales. The event showcased impressive waste management efforts.
Bekal Festival Crowd Rush, Train Accident: Key Details
Several hospitalized after crowd surge during rapper Vedan's show at Bekal International Beach Festival. In a separate tragedy, a man died crossing railway tracks. Full report inside.
Kerala Literature Festival 2026 curtain raiser held in Delhi
Shashi Tharoor hosts the curtain raiser for KLF 2026, with Germany as guest nation. German Ambassador Philipp Ackermann praises Kerala as India's literary heart. Festival dates: Jan 21-25 at Kozhikode Beach.
India's Hidden Beaches for a Peaceful 2026 Escape
Discover 5 secluded Indian beaches for a serene 2026 vacation. Escape the crowds at Butterfly Beach, Chandipur, Minicoy, Om Beach & Perumathura. Find your perfect quiet retreat.
Olive Ridley nesting season starts in North Goa
The 2024-25 Olive Ridley turtle nesting season commenced in Goa with the first arrival at Morjim beach. Forest officials have safely relocated 99 eggs to a protected hatchery. Discover the challenges and hopes for this year's conservation efforts.
Helicopter Joyrides Launch at Mangaluru's Karavali Utsava
Karavali Utsava 2025 in Mangaluru launches thrilling helicopter joyrides from Sultan Battery and a sports festival at Ullal Beach. Book your 7-minute scenic flight now!
Moonwhite Films Festival ends with awards, new project
The 8th Moonwhite Films International Film Festival concluded, awarding 32 films from 200 entries. Founder Devashish Sargam signed for a new international feature. Discover the winners!
500+ Students Showcase Social Projects at Moscow MediaGame Fest
More than 500 students from Russia and abroad presented innovative social projects at the MediaGame festival in Moscow, focusing on media literacy and creative solutions. Discover the future of youth-led social change!
Khajuraho International Film Festival 2023 Concludes
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!
Bengaluru Film Fest's New Venue Raises Access, Cost Concerns
Cinephiles voice concerns over accessibility and higher costs at the new Bangalore International Film Festival venue. Will the festival experience change? Read more.
Bengaluru Film Fest from Jan 29, Theme on Women Empowerment
The Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes) 2025 runs Jan 29-Feb 6, showcasing 200+ films from 60 countries. Discover award-winning cinema from Cannes, Venice & Toronto. #BIFFes2025
Four Rescued from Drowning at Goa Beaches
Lifesavers in Goa rescued four people from drowning over the weekend across Arambol, Baga, and Candolim beaches. A Swedish tourist also received treatment for a jellyfish sting. Read the full story on beach safety.
Bengaluru International Film Festival 2025 dates announced
The 17th Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes) runs from Jan 29 to Feb 6, 2025. With Prakash Raj as ambassador, it will screen 200+ films from 60 countries, focusing on women's empowerment. Details inside.
Sharjah African Literature Festival begins January 14
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!
Chhattisgarh Youth Festival 2025: Over 3100 to Gather in Bilaspur
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.
Bombay Cast Reunites at Bekal Fort After 30 Years
Director Mani Ratnam and actor Manisha Koirala revisited Bekal Fort in Kerala, the iconic location for the song 'Uyire Uyire' from the 1995 film 'Bombay'. Read about their nostalgic trip and the film's enduring legacy.
Mangaluru's 40-Day Karavali Utsava 2025 Begins
Mangaluru's Karavali Utsava 2025 is a 40-day festival featuring cultural events, sports, food fests, and music nights from Dec 21 to Jan 30. Explore the full schedule!
Chennai SHG Food Festival at Besant Nagar from Dec 21
Tamil Nadu Women's SHGs host a grand food festival at Besant Nagar beach, showcasing 235+ traditional dishes. Inaugurated by Dy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin, it promotes women's economic self-reliance. Free entry.
From Dubai to Jeddah: Shivani Pandya Malhotra's Festival Vision
Shivani Pandya Malhotra, architect of Dubai's film fest, now leads Jeddah's Red Sea International Film Festival. She aims to build a hub for Arab, Asian & African cinema, with strong Bollywood ties. Read her exclusive interview.
Bombay team reunites at Bekal Fort for cine-tourism push
Mani Ratnam, Manisha Koirala & Rajiv Menon revisit Bekal Fort, the iconic 'Uyire Uyire' song location, to mark Bombay's 30 years & boost Kerala's film tourism. Details inside!
IFFK 2025: Japanese film wins Best Film; CM slams Centre
The 30th International Film Festival of Kerala concluded with Sho Miyake's film winning Best Film. CM Pinarayi Vijayan criticized the Centre's censorship of 6 films, calling it an attempt to stifle the festival.
Wiz Khalifa Sentenced to Jail in Romania, Andrew Tate Reacts
American rapper Wiz Khalifa faces a 9-month jail term in Romania for drug possession. Andrew Tate offers support. Will he be extradited? Read the full story.
Wiz Khalifa Gets 9-Month Jail Term in Romania Drug Case
American rapper Wiz Khalifa sentenced to 9 months in prison by a Romanian court for cannabis possession at a 2024 festival. Details on the final verdict and harsh drug laws.
Marina Beach parking chaos, GCC plans AI system
Marina Beach visitors face severe parking chaos with 500 cars crammed into a 150-slot area. GCC to float tenders for an AI-powered smart parking system with cameras and digital payments next week. Read more.
IFFK 2025 Closing Day: 11 Films, Palestinian Focus
The International Film Festival of Kerala concludes with a diverse lineup of 11 films, including Palestinian entries and classics by Lifetime Achievement winners. Discover the final day's highlights.
Mahindra Kabira Festival 2025 Begins in Varanasi
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
Indian-origin hero helped restrain Bondi Beach shooter
An Indian-origin man was among the civilians who helped restrain a gunman in Australia's Bondi Beach attack on December 14. Read about his bravery and the tragic incident that killed 15.
Kerala Assembly Book Fest 2026: Free Entry, 250+ Stalls
Kerala Legislative Assembly hosts its 4th International Book Festival from Jan 7-13, 2026. Free entry, 200+ publishers, author talks & cultural events. Explore!
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