On World Book Day, Pune emerges as a vibrant literary hub where reading moves beyond libraries into public spaces. Communities like Pune Reads foster connection through unstructured sessions in parks and metro stations, reflecting a national trend.
A grand water pilgrimage in Maharashtra commemorates Ahilyabai Holkar, focusing on her contributions to temple restoration, ghat construction, stepwells, small-scale irrigation, and water conservation.
Feeling intimidated by books after a long break? This World Book Day, discover why reading doesn't require a personality overhaul, just curiosity. Learn how to start small with one page, embrace stillness, and experience the unique magic books offer.
Skanda Shashthi 2026, observed on April 23, honors Lord Kartikeya. Learn the tithi, vrat benefits, puja vidhi, upay remedies, and rituals for spiritual growth and protection.
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Discover why Goa's traditional Urrak drink is only available for a short period each year. Learn about its unique production, light taste, and cultural significance as a summer refreshment.
Celebrate World Book Day 2026 with 10 inspiring quotes from famous authors like C.S. Lewis, Oscar Wilde, and Jane Austen on how reading enriches lives, expands horizons, and connects us to the world.
Discover the spiritual significance of the Kalawa thread changing colors over 21 days, its connection to energy shifts, and its importance for 2026 according to ancient traditions.
A nostalgic exploration of how traditional childhood games like hide-and-seek and hopscotch fostered community, creativity, and lasting memories, contrasting with today's digital play.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat will lay the foundation stone for the Bharatdurga Mandir in Nagpur on April 24. The event will be attended by CM Devendra Fadnavis, Union minister Nitin Gadkari, and several religious leaders.
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Explore the Panchang for April 23, 2026, with details on auspicious timings, nakshatras, and lunar phases to align your day with cultural wisdom for better decisions.
The annual exhibition at Govt College of Art, Sector 10, Chandigarh, features striking artworks by BFA and MFA students addressing urbanization, environmental collapse, and sustainability through diverse media.
Artist Saumil Bhandari's 'Post Times' exhibition in Ahmedabad uses interactive art at Nehrunagar Park to critique urban noise, inclusivity, and capitalism, featuring sound sensors and AI booths.
For the first time in India, sacred relics of Lord Buddha preserved at Delhi's National Museum will be publicly exhibited in Ladakh from May 1-15. The government views this as a powerful message for global peace amid the West Asia crisis.
Through meticulous field notes, visual records, and collected narratives, researcher Hemalatha Jain has documented the Sudha Kadi weave from Dakshina Kannada, now archived among discontinued textiles.
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Inscribed hero stones in Hiregundagal, Tumakuru district, reveal battles from the Western Ganga era, including a 1323 AD stone at Lakshmi Temple and memorials for warriors like Siyagell's servant.
A popular bhajan band's performance of a Christian devotional song at a temple festival in Kottayam has sparked mixed reactions online, with the temple committee defending the act as secular.
Over 15,000 devotees gathered at Natkur Ground in Sarojini Nagar for Dharm Utsav, featuring bhajan singer Kanhaiya Mittal. MLA Rajeshwar Singh announced temple beautification and new spiritual initiatives.
The iconic Thrissur Pooram festival in Kerala is set to be scaled down this year following a devastating fireworks factory explosion that killed 14 people. Major temple participants have agreed to comply with government safety recommendations.
In 1940, four French teenagers stumbled upon the Lascaux cave, revealing over 1,700 prehistoric paintings. Now protected, the site offers virtual tours to preserve its fragile ancient art.
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The annual Shirgao jatra in Goa concluded without incident as authorities implemented improved safety measures, including better lighting, crowd control, and medical facilities, following last year's deadly stampede.
The Lucknow chapter of INTACH organized the city round of its all-India 'Tree of Life' poster-making competition at La Martiniere College, engaging 85 students in activities promoting environmental conservation and heritage awareness.
Researchers in Goa have uncovered a natural cave near Ramghat that served as an ancient trade route. The cave features prehistoric paintings and artifacts, offering new insights into the region's coastal history and human habitation.
The Bihar government will preserve prehistoric rock paintings in Jamui's Giddheshwar hills, dating back 10,000-2,000 BCE, for detailed archaeological study and research by scholars.
Zoologist Dr K Ullas Karanth launched 'Naturalistic Tiger Dance Models' in Mangaluru to enhance authenticity in Pilivesha, featuring sculptures by artist Harish Kodialbail.
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A special exhibition at the Assam State Museum merges soil from Jyoti Prasad Agarwala's birthplace and ancestral home, celebrating his legacy through rare artefacts, soundscapes, and interactive displays.
An exhibition in Delhi displays 77 historic images by the Schlagintweit brothers, offering a rare glimpse of the Himalayan region from the 1850s colonial survey era.
Union Ministry of Cultural Affairs initiates Mission Gyan Bharatam to create a digital archive of historical manuscripts. Public urged to contribute via website or app.
Kankar Ravinder Reddy, chairman of Rasun Exports, presented a diamond-studded gold chain worth Rs 12.4 lakh to Lord Kukke Shri Subrahmanya in Mangaluru, expressing gratitude for fulfilled wishes.
Renowned singer Kanhaiya Mittal performed at a Bhajan Sandhya in Lucknow, with MLA Rajeshwar Singh emphasizing the event's role in fostering cultural harmony and unity in Uttar Pradesh.
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TTD Additional EO Ch Venkaiah Chowdary inspected the ongoing SV Museum works in Tirumala. The 1.20 lakh sq ft museum will feature 14 interactive galleries by TCS, focusing on Tirumala's history and culture, with inauguration planned during September's Bra
