Modi, German Chancellor Merz at Gujarat Kite Fest Jan 12
PM Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will grace the International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad on January 12. Modi's 3-day Gujarat visit includes metro inauguration. Read for details.
PM Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will grace the International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad on January 12. Modi's 3-day Gujarat visit includes metro inauguration. Read for details.
Telangana govt announces grand Sankranti celebrations in Hyderabad with drone shows, hot air balloon flights, and an international kite & sweets festival. Book tickets online now!
Ranchi's kite market is vibrant ahead of Makar Sankranti, with patriotic designs like Operation Sindoor and PM Modi kites flying high. Discover the trending themes and prices from Rs 3 to Rs 300.
Rapper Snoop Dogg, a lifelong Lakers fan, blasted modern NBA's perimeter obsession during a Warriors-Clippers broadcast. He longs for the physical, post-up basketball of the '80s and '90s.
Indore police intensify crackdown on deadly Chinese kite string (manjha), arresting two and seizing stock. Action follows ban due to severe injuries to humans and birds. Read more.
Banned glass-coated kite string (manja) injures hundreds of birds annually in Bengaluru. Rescue cases surged to 790 in 2025. Learn about the impact and conservation efforts.
Young volunteers, with The Ugly Indian and BBMP, revitalized a key stretch of St John's Church Road near Ulsoor Lake. See how community action is changing Bengaluru's face.
A young sarus crane, the world's tallest flying bird, succumbed to injuries from a sharp kite thread in Surat. Despite rescue efforts, blood loss proved fatal. Read about the incident and the ongoing danger of kite manja.
Banned glass-coated kite string (manja) injures hundreds of birds in Bengaluru yearly. Rescue cases soared to 790 in 2025. Learn about the crisis and conservation efforts.
Plan your Makar Sankranti 2026 travel! Discover the top 5 destinations in India for vibrant kite festivals, sacred rituals, and harvest celebrations. Experience Gujarat, Jaipur, Prayagraj & more.
Gujarat gears up for the International Kite Festival 2026! Discover the official dates for Uttarayan and key venues in Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat, and Rajkot. Plan your visit now!
Kerala's KITE initiative launches a massive robotics and AI training program for 4.5 lakh Class X students across 4,750 schools, equipping them with future-ready skills.
Children flying kites from Nagpur's Shrikant Jichkar flyover near Futala Square endanger traffic with deadly manja strings. Authorities promise immediate action.
Amritsar Deputy Commissioner issues strict ban on Chinese kite string (manjha), urges public to report violations. Crackdown follows severe injuries and fatalities.
Indore police arrested three individuals for selling and using banned Chinese manjha. String seized, shops sealed, and cases filed under BNS. Read the full details of the operation.
An owl entangled in kite string (manja) was rescued in Pardi village, Valsad. Animal activists warn of the severe threat manja poses to birds, especially nocturnal species like owls, during the kite-flying season.
Despite a nationwide ban, deadly Chinese manja is being sold on e-commerce and social media sites ahead of Sankranti, causing severe injuries to birds, animals, and humans. Authorities vow action.
Bollywood star Katrina Kaif's neglected terrace is now a cozy, New York loft-style retreat, redesigned by Gauri Khan. See the stunning reveal and details of the makeover.
A 22-year-old man in Ujjain suffered a grievous throat injury after a Chinese kite string entangled his neck while riding a bike. Read about the shocking incident and the rescue efforts.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis pledges housing for Marathi residents in Mumbai's heart, a Rs 17,000 crore pollution fund, and a 450-km metro network. Read about the Mahayuti's Mumbai makeover plan.
Hyderabad's AWCS organised a run to highlight nylon manja dangers. The banned string kills birds & harms humans. Over 5,000 birds rescued since 2019. Pledge to fly kites responsibly.
Jalandhar police arrested two men and seized 20 bags of deadly Chinese kite string (manjha). The banned material poses a severe threat to humans and birds. Read the full story.
A minor allegedly urinating in a water container during kite flying in Surat's Unn area led to a violent fight, resulting in the murder of 27-year-old Zafar Ansari. One arrested, four minors detained.
Jadavpur University launches a national research centre to scientifically evaluate Ayurvedic herbs and formulations, boosting global credibility of Indian traditional medicine. Read more.
A minor kite-flying argument among children in Indore's Kulkarni Nagar escalated into a brutal assault where a man's thumb was bitten off. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating CCTV footage. Read the shocking details.
Jaipur's traditional kite markets are buzzing with colours but sales await a boost. Traders expect a rush despite a 25-40% price hike and weather challenges. Read more.
Delhi Development Authority organizes a free 3-day kite festival at Baansera, Jan 16-18. Explore kite history, international displays, food, and cultural performances. Join thousands of visitors!
PAU police in Ludhiana book two men for blackmailing a schoolboy and extorting over Rs 90,000 using a banned kite string ploy. The teen fell into depression before his family intervened. Read the full details.
Explore the stark contrast between India's ancient gurukul system and modern education. Discover how teaching, parenting, and values have transformed. Read the full analysis now!
As Bhopal prepares for Makar Sankranti, officials warn banned Chinese manjha kite strings risk massive power outages and fatal accidents. Learn the high-risk zones and safety measures.