Category : Culture


Gulabo Sapera's Journey: Reviving Kalbelia Dance Globally

Gulabo Sapera, born in 1973 in Rajasthan's Kalbeliya community, survived infanticide to become a Padma Shri awardee. She revived the once-banned Kalbelia dance, now on UNESCO's list, performing in over 165 countries and empowering girls.

Vishu 2024: Meaning Behind Vishu Kani Items Explained

Explore the significance of Vishu Kani items during Kerala's Vishu festival. Learn about Kani Konna, Aranmula Kannadi, and other traditional elements that symbolize prosperity, harvest, and divine blessings for the astrological new year.

Puri Jagannath Temple Deities Get New Silver-Plated Beds

The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration has offered newly crafted Ratna Palankas to Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra. Made from Burma teak with silver plating and reused ivory, these ornate beds replace worn-out ones.

Pohela Boishakh 2026: Bengali New Year Celebrations

Pohela Boishakh, the Bengali New Year, is being celebrated on April 15, 2026, marking the start of the Bengali Era 1433. This auspicious festival is observed across West Bengal, Tripura, Jharkhand, and Assam with traditional rituals, feasts, and cultural

Vishu 2026: Kerala's New Year Festival of Renewal and Prosperity

Vishu, the traditional New Year celebrated in Kerala on April 15, 2026, symbolizes renewal, hope, and prosperity through rituals like Vishukkani. This festival marks the solar transition into Mesha Rashi, offering families a time to reconnect and send war

Ambedkar's Legacy Showcased in Allahabad Museum Exhibition

The Allahabad Museum in Prayagraj commemorated Dr. BR Ambedkar's 135th birth anniversary with a special exhibition featuring rare newspaper articles and documents from the post-independence era, revealing his multifaceted intellectual contributions.

Ardh Kumbh Mela 2027 Dates and Venue Announced

The Uttarakhand government has announced the Ardh Kumbh Mela for 2027 in Haridwar, with dates set from January 14 to April 26. This major Hindu pilgrimage is expected to attract millions of devotees.

ISKCON Temple Honors Seer Shreel Gopal Krishna Goswami Maharaj

Devotees from Lucknow and surrounding areas paid heartfelt tributes to seer Shreel Gopal Krishna Goswami Maharaj on his Tirobhav Divas at the ISKCON temple. Temple president Shyam Prabhu emphasized the importance of imbibing the seer's teachings in daily

Nagpur Marks Ambedkar Jayanti with Midnight Celebrations

Nagpur witnessed massive celebrations for Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti, with thousands gathering at Deekshabhoomi and Samvidhan Square. The event featured midnight chants, floral tributes, blood donation camps, and speeches highlighting Ambedkar's endur

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