The Char Dham Devasthanam Board has barred non-Hindus from entering Gangotri Dham. The Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee is considering a similar restriction for these major Himalayan shrines.
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Singapore allows qualified international travelers visa-free entry for up to 96 hours under its Visa-Free Transit Facility. Learn eligibility criteria, requirements for Indian nationals, and important regulations.
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Explore five fascinating and lesser-known facts about Virginia Woolf, the iconic English writer, from her unique writing habits to her profound influence on modern literature.
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The VCCCI Annual Vintage Car Fiesta 2026 transforms Mumbai's World Trade Centre into a celebration of motoring history, featuring rare automobiles, restoration artistry, and cultural experiences for enthusiasts and families.
Discover the complete list of auspicious marriage dates and Vivah Muhurat for February 2026. Plan your wedding with favorable Shadi timings according to Hindu astrology and Panchang.
Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna has been nominated for the prestigious James Beard Award for Best Chef: New York State, dedicating the honor to his late sister Radhika Khanna who inspired his culinary journey.
Republic Day 2026 parade featured stunning state tableaux celebrating cultural heritage, valor, and technological innovation. Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and other states displayed unique themes on Kartavya Path.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting's Republic Day tableau in Delhi highlighted India's storytelling journey, beginning with the cosmic Aum symbol and progressing through historical and contemporary narratives.
Maharashtra's Republic Day tableau showcased vibrant Ganeshotsav celebrations, featuring traditional Lezim dancers performing alongside the festive display on Kartavya Path.
Ramadan 2026 is expected to bring moderate fasting hours and cooler weather globally, offering relief after demanding summer fasts. Astronomical calculations predict fasting durations of 12-13 hours in Arab nations.
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At Republic Day 2026, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen made a diplomatic fashion statement in Banarasi silk, while EU leaders watched the parade with President Murmu.
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Discover the perfect Indian getaways for February and March 2026. From Himalayan valleys to coastal retreats, explore destinations with ideal weather before summer heat arrives.
Veteran producer R.B. Choudary and actor son Jiiva showcase a parenting approach centered on respect, trust, and guidance without pressure, challenging traditional authority-based models.
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A teenage girl from Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, collapsed after walking 8 km in scorching heat to meet a boy she had chatted with online for 18 months. Police rescued her and rushed her to hospital where doctors said any delay could have been fatal.
Uttarakhand temple committees have prohibited non-Hindus from entering Badrinath, Kedarnath, and Gangotri Dham shrines, citing religious traditions. Similar restrictions apply at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar under century-old bylaws.
The Shri Gangotri Temple Committee has decided to prohibit non-Hindus from entering Gangotri Dham and its winter abode Mukhba to maintain religious traditions and sanctity.
West Bengal's Republic Day tableau at Kartavya Path in Delhi showcased 'Bengal in the Freedom Movement of India', featuring Rabindranath Tagore and Khudiram Bose, set against the backdrop of 'Vande Mataram'.