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.
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Recent events have sparked a need to explore the overlooked grey areas in our shared history, urging a move beyond black-and-white narratives for a richer understanding.
The 49th International Kolkata Book Fair starts Jan 22 without USA and Bangladesh. Ukraine participates for first time, Argentina set as 2026 focal theme.
Historical research uncovers how Goa's Catholic Church waged a persistent battle against alcoholism among clergy and laity throughout the 1900s, with official documents revealing struggles and limited success.
The Goa Forest Diversity Festival in Campal celebrated local biodiversity, ancient arts like Kaavi murals, and tribal cuisine, with CM Sawant emphasizing preservation of forest recipes and cultural heritage.
The Jagannath Temple in Puri will conduct a three-phase inventory of its Ratna Bhandar treasures. The managing committee finalized the SOP and other temple decisions on Saturday.
A social media influencer from Delhi apologized after rinsing his mouth in the Golden Temple's sacred sarovar. The SGPC strongly objected to the violation of Sikh religious conduct.
The Suggi Huggi festival at Jakkur Grounds transformed urban Bengaluru into a vibrant celebration of Karnataka's farming heritage through folk performances, traditional games, and harvest rituals.
Thousands of devotees gathered in Suttur for the Shivaratri Shivayogi Rathotsava. The grand procession featured a decorated chariot, cultural performances, and ceremonial rituals.
A 33-foot monolithic Shiva Lingam was installed at the Viraat Ramayan Temple in East Champaran. CM Nitish Kumar attended the ceremony where priests chanted mantras and a helicopter showered flower petals.
Udupi witnessed a grand Paryaya Mahotsav as devotees flocked to the temple town for rituals. The outgoing pontiff shared his spiritual journey, while free Ayurveda camps and traditional offerings marked the celebrations.
The five-day jatra mahotsava in Dharwad features lectures, cultural events, awards, and rituals. It celebrates Sharana philosophy with music, wrestling, and yoga competitions.
The ONGC-MRPL International Kite Festival-Season 9 drew thousands to Tannirbavi Beach. Flyers from 15 countries showcased vibrant kites, celebrating Mangaluru's coastal charm and cultural heritage.
Archaeologists discovered a Shivalinga-related artefact during excavations in Lakkundi. Authorities banned public entry and photography, sparking local protests over access and festival concerns.
Dharwad district in Karnataka has not hosted its signature cultural festival since 2014, sparking concerns about cultural preservation and political inertia.
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The Susegad exhibition in Pune showcases contemporary Goan art, featuring works by prominent artists and addressing cultural anxieties. A special talk on Goa's history is scheduled.
Indigenous Irula Nritham art form captivates audiences at Thrissur festival, with students performing after intensive tribal workshops to preserve cultural roots.
Nasrin Karimi and other Iranians have built lives in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, creating a small community while staying connected to their Persian roots through food and culture.
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval emphasizes preserving Garhwali traditions like Raibaar while pursuing development, cautioning against excessive commercialization.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commits to promoting Assam's cultural heritage on the world stage, highlighting the traditions of the Bodo community in a recent address.