Enameled cast-iron Dutch ovens have transformed from practical cookware into symbols of intentional living. Backed by celebrities and social media trends, they represent a blend of culinary function and aesthetic design.
Discover how Indian classical music subtly influences baby naming, with names like Aarav and Aarohi carrying the gentle echoes of ragas and melodies.
In December 1964, Mumbai's Oval Maidan witnessed an unprecedented event as Pope Paul VI visited India for the 38th Eucharistic Congress, drawing over 100,000 people.
Amid a Rs 20 crore renovation project at Varanasi's sacred Manikarnika Ghat, allegations of heritage destruction clash with calls for modern amenities. The ghat's daily cremations proceed as political battles intensify.
Noida and Greater Noida authorities announce back-to-back flower shows in February. The events will feature vibrant displays, competitions, and promote urban gardening.
Discover how vegetarian cuisine is being reimagined with innovative roast dishes, offering rich flavors and textures that delight food enthusiasts.
Swami Vivekananda's teachings on universal harmony and religious unity remain profoundly relevant today, offering a path to peace in a divided world.
Explore Shilpa Gupta's artistic journey, where her minimalist works convey powerful messages on identity and society through subtle, thought-provoking installations.
Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation organized Samuthuva Pongal celebrations at its newly-acquired Hotel Tamil Nadu Unit-3 in Madurai, involving domestic and foreign tourists to enhance visitor services.
BHEL's Jawahar Lal Nehru Rose Garden in Bhopal is gearing up to host the 21st World Rose Convention in 2028, marking India's first time hosting this global event for rose enthusiasts.
Trichy and delta districts celebrated Kaanum Pongal with jallikattu events, traditional village games, and cultural performances. The festivities included sports competitions and torch relays promoting social causes.
Madurai witnessed massive Kaanum Pongal celebrations with record footfall at Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal and temples. Families in traditional attire captured moments with modern gadgets.
Folk Art Research Centre's 'Panchali' performance at Bharat Bhavan mesmerized audiences with its emotional portrayal of Draupadi's story, highlighting courage and transcendence.
Trichy and delta districts saw a huge influx of visitors on Kaanum Pongal, with parks, temples, and beaches packed with families celebrating the festive day.
Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Secretary announced a sustainable planning initiative to reduce overcrowding at popular tourist destinations, focusing on infrastructure and visitor management.
The restored Nandini guesthouse at Sabarmati Ashram now showcases the lives of lesser-known residents who shaped India's freedom struggle through Gandhi's philosophy.
Philanthropist Rohini Nilekani launched her latest book at the Makkala Hubba event in Bengaluru, focusing on community engagement and children's welfare.
Explore Bengaluru's past through walking trails that highlight three historic temples, including the 16th-century Sri Gavi Gangadhareshwara Swamy Temple renovated by Kempegowda.
A session at Jaipur Literature Festival explored the divergent political paths of Gandhi, Savarkar, and Jinnah, examining their roles in shaping India's freedom struggle and the lead-up to Partition.
A session at Jaipur Literature Festival examined how Gandhi, Savarkar, and Jinnah shaped Indian nationalism with contrasting ideologies, from non-violence to armed resistance.
Once a staple at weddings and Irani cafes, Hyderabad's mutton kheema lukhmi is now hard to find. This traditional starter faces extinction as tastes change and practicality wins.
Makkala Hubba festival at Freedom Park offered children hands-on experiences like glow-in-the-dark phytoplankton worlds, suspended forest canopies, and tactile communication activities, sparking curiosity through play.
Freedom Park in Bengaluru buzzed with activity as the BLR Hubba festival attracted large crowds. The event featured vegan markets, innovative food stalls, art installations, and performances, offering something for everyone from students to seniors.
Fallen trees from Bengaluru's Lalbagh Botanical Garden are being transformed into beautiful wood sculptures, giving them a new artistic life and reducing waste.
Punjab seeks audio-visual archives of its history, but officials confirm no such recordings exist. The request highlights a gap in preserving the state's cultural heritage.
Over 250 international visitors attended the Alanganallur jallikattu in Madurai, organized by Tamil Nadu Tourism. Transgender participants released bulls in their own names for the first time.
Archaeologists unearthed a large stone block during excavations at the historic Lakkundi temple in Karnataka, shedding light on ancient construction techniques.
A hot air balloon landing near Neknampur lake in Hyderabad caused confusion, with police citing technical issues but operator Sky Waltz insisting it was a planned, controlled descent as per standard procedures.
Explore a unique analysis of a celebrated poem that delves into its themes of greatness and timelessness, offering readers a fresh perspective on its enduring appeal.
Explore the hamlet of Kesarugattu, where dusty lanes and temple bells mask the rigid caste lines shaping lives between shame and sunrise, as depicted in a new feature.