Kanpur's Holi celebrations are taking flight with Rafale fighter jet-themed pichkaris leading sales. These high-tech water guns, priced from Rs 1,100, shoot water up to 30 meters. Vande Bharat Express models and other innovative designs are also trending,
The Saras Mela in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, has set a new sales record of Rs 2.01 crore, showcasing the success of this cultural and commercial event.
Lourd Vijay evolved from learning dance via video tapes to training under a Canadian diva, introducing salsa and bachata to Bengaluru in the 1990s and mentoring generations of dancers over three decades.
Vadodara-based graffiti artist Siddharth Gohil, known as Khatra, is creating bold murals in Hyderabad for Wall Art India festival, blending French and Indian visual traditions.
Nearly 4,000 Indian pilgrims embarked on a 14-nautical-mile voyage from Rameswaram to attend the annual festival at St Antony's Shrine on Katchatheevu island.
Punch, a 7-month-old Japanese macaque abandoned at birth, finds comfort in an IKEA plush orangutan toy. His heartwarming story has gone viral worldwide, causing the toy's price to skyrocket to Rs 32,000 as demand surges.
Thousands of devotees witnessed Lord Malayappa Swamy and goddess Rukmini Devi on a decorated flotilla during the Teppotsavam festival at Srivari Pushkarini in Tirumala, with chants filling the air.
The Archaeological Survey of India has granted approval for excavation at the ancient Balirajgarh fort in Madhubani, Bihar, a site dating back to the 2nd century BC and associated with King Bali from the Ramayana.
According to Vastu Shastra, certain plants near the main entrance can block positive energy and attract negativity. Learn which five plants to avoid for harmony.
Lions International District 317D Region 2 will construct a new entrance arch for Kadri Sri Manjunatha Temple and provide specialized kids' play equipment for Seva Bharathi's Madhava Vana Campus in Montepadavu.
The vibrant three-day Rangla Punjab Festival has commenced in Amritsar, showcasing traditional Punjabi culture, folk music, dance, and cuisine to celebrate the region's rich heritage.
An exhibition of rare maps from 1807 to 1984 reveals Delhi's vanished green spaces, shifting Yamuna River, and natural drainage systems, offering insights into urban evolution and conservation.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and Union MoS Ajay Tamta inaugurated the Maa Purnagiri Fair at Thuligad. Dhami offered prayers for state prosperity and later celebrated Holi in Khatima, emphasizing cultural preservation and communal harmony
In Chennai, a group of Hindu Sindhis has been preparing and distributing iftar meals at the historic Walajah Big Mosque every Ramadan for four decades, embodying a unique interfaith tradition of service.
At the Times of India's Uttarakhand Transformation Dialogues in Dehradun, poet Dr Kumar Vishwas emphasized protecting the state's spiritual character, distinguishing between religious tourism and spirituality, and highlighting India's COVID-19 response.
Varanasi celebrated Rangbhari Ekadashi with vibrant processions marking Goddess Parvati's 'gauna' after her Mahashivratri wedding. The festival kicked off Holi celebrations, featuring a historic cultural exchange between Kashi and Mathura temples.
The chief priest of the renowned Chilukur Balaji Temple in Telangana, Sri G. Venkateswara Sharma, has passed away at the age of 65. He served the temple for over four decades, leaving a profound legacy of devotion and spiritual leadership.
In Western astrology, certain zodiac signs are believed to receive special divine protection through ruling planets, guardian angels, and cosmic connections. Discover the five signs blessed with unique spiritual shields.
Discover the story of Mano del Desierto, the 11-meter concrete hand rising from Chile's Atacama Desert. Learn about its creation, symbolism, and why it's become a global landmark.
Kerala hosts the inaugural Mahatma Digital Literature Festival, Asia's first and largest digital e-literature event, promoting literary engagement through technology.
Discover the key do's and don'ts to follow during the Chandra Grahan (lunar eclipse) in 2026, including spiritual practices, dietary guidelines, and safety tips for a harmonious experience.
On Day 11 of the Mahabharat, Dron assumes command of the Kaurava army, a plot to capture Yudhishthir unfolds, and Karna's return intensifies the epic war's drama and strategy.
QLA in Mehrauli hosted the After Hours cultural gathering, drawing over 700 guests for a night blending art discourse with celebration. The event featured works by Abdulrahim Appabhai Almelkar and Akkitham Narayanan, plus the launch of a landmark publicat
The two-day Kahaani Dilli Ki festival at Travancore Palace immersed visitors in Delhi's diverse culture through installations, performances, and crafts. Curated by Sara Abdullah Pilot and Aishwarya Jha, it featured Dilli Bazaar, spice explorations, and ar
The fifth edition of Wall Art India, running from February 10 to March 9, brings together artists from India and France to create large-scale murals across 15 cities. Focused on women's creativity and community collaboration, the festival culminates in Be
Discover Holi 2026: Celebrated on March 4, this vibrant festival marks spring's arrival, good over evil, and cultural unity with rituals, food, and spiritual insights.
A foreign woman traveler has reported harassment in Mumbai, detailing an incident where a group of men followed her and demanded photos despite repeated refusals, sparking discussions on consent and safety.
A viral Instagram video claims a community in Balochistan traces its ancestry to Maratha soldiers from India's 1761 Panipat battle, citing cultural traditions as evidence.
Harinder Singh explores whether Sikhi is part of Sanatan tradition or a distinct religion, examining historical context, Sikh Gurus' teachings, and cultural roots.
Claims linking Mecca-Medina to a Shivling have sparked controversy. This article examines the evidence, separates myths from facts, and emphasizes respectful interfaith dialogue.