Odissi artist Sulagna Bhattacharya curates Rangiye Diye Jao Season 7, an annual dance concert on February 28. The event features emerging performers blending classical Odissi with Holi's vibrancy, including duets, ensemble pieces, and poetry-dance fusions
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum honors legendary Egyptian Quran reciter Mahmoud Khalil Al-Hussary as the 2026 International Quranic Personality at the Dubai International Holy Quran Award.
Discover how Kolkata's legendary Park Street has evolved from a 1920s boulevard into a living cultural institution, weaving together music, food, fashion, and community across nearly a century of history.
Iftar timings for Ramadan 2026 have been released for key Indian cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, and Srinagar. Check the schedule for breaking fast during the holy month.
In a rare event in Telangana, identical twin brothers married identical twin sisters on the same day and at the same auspicious time, creating a viral sensation.
Explore seven profound lessons from the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata that remain relevant in contemporary life, covering ethics, leadership, and personal growth.
Clarifying the date for Holika Dahan in 2026, with insights into the festival's significance based on Prahalad's devotion and Holika's defeat. Essential details for celebrants.
Explore the profound spiritual meaning behind Lord Shiva's dual nature as the Destroyer and Adiyogi. Pawan Sinha explains how destruction signifies ego dissolution for transformation and higher consciousness.
Amalaki Ekadashi, observed on February 27, 2026, is a sacred Hindu day dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Devotees fast and perform rituals for blessings, health, and liberation from sins.
Zomato's 'Touching Grass' report reveals young Indians shifting from digital validation to real-world experiences, with 83% of Gen Z preferring active fitness and 40% dining out on weekdays.
Discover the profound Vastu Shastra and cultural reasons why walking into the kitchen with shoes is strictly prohibited in Indian households, from energy purity to health risks.
The 2026 Firodia Karandak theatre competition witnessed a dramatic shift as new colleges triumphed with innovative productions. MIT AOE Alandi won with a historical film biography, while MIT WPU and PCCOE impressed with rap-based social commentary and an
In Ajmer, Fauzia Khan fires a ceremonial cannon at Ajmer Sharif Dargah to mark prayer times during Ramzan and Urs, continuing a Mughal-era tradition as the first female artillery keeper.
Bengal's traditional Gomira masked dance, once a local folk ritual, is now trending on social media platforms. The hand-carved wooden masks received a GI tag in 2018, sparking renewed interest among photographers and cultural enthusiasts worldwide.
Advanced CT scanning technology has uncovered remarkable details about two ancient Egyptian mummies, including potential evidence of early surgical intervention and chronic health conditions from over 2,000 years ago.
Vasant Purnima, a sacred Hindu full moon day, falls on March 3, 2026, coinciding with Holi and a Chandra Grahan (lunar eclipse). This rare alignment raises questions about its auspiciousness and requires careful observance of rituals.
Narasimha Dwadashi in 2026 falls on May 27. This guide details the rituals, fasting rules, and spiritual significance of worshipping Lord Vishnu's fierce fourth avatar, Narasimha, for blessings and protection.
Ugadi, the Telugu New Year, falls on March 19, 2026, marking the start of Shaka Samvat 1948. Celebrated in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana, it signifies creation and spring with rituals like pachadi and temple visits.
A viral video from Haryana shows portraits of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Rani Padmini used as washroom gender signboards at a banquet hall, triggering widespread condemnation from political leaders and social media users.
The official dates for Holi 2026 have been confirmed. Holika Dahan will be observed on March 13, 2026, followed by Rangwali Holi on March 14, 2026, marking the vibrant festival of colors.
Kolkata observed One Billion Rising 2026 at Ranu Chhaya Mancha with performances and activism against gender-based violence, organized by fifteen local groups under the theme 'Rise for Our Bodies, Our Earth, Our Future'.
Kolkata welcomes award-winning poets from Poland and Egypt for its inaugural multidisciplinary arts festival, featuring poetry, dance, workshops, and performances from February 26 to March 1.
The 38th Noida Flower Show, or Vasant Utsav, concluded with controversy as visitors allegedly plucked flowers from murals and stole potted plants from Shivalik Park. A viral video sparked outrage online, highlighting recurring civic issues at public event
VR Mall in Anna Nagar features art installations from plastic litter collected from Chennai's coast, including a 10-foot arch made of durable tiles, as part of the Madras Art Guild Festival.
The traditional Bhagoria festival has started in Barwani and Khargone districts, attracting villagers and returning migrant workers. Over 125 haats are organized, with food safety checks intensified by authorities.
Following the ASI survey report revealing temple remains in the Kamal Maula Mosque structure, Hindu devotees gathered at the Bhojshala complex in Dhar expressed vindication and emotional relief during their weekly prayer day.
Discover the date of Phalguna Purnima Vrat in March 2026, its spiritual importance, and details about the Chandra Grahan (lunar eclipse) coinciding with this full moon day.
Explore the life and ideas of Baruch Spinoza, the 17th-century Dutch philosopher whose radical views on God, nature, and freedom influenced thinkers from Voltaire to Einstein. Discover his exile, works, and enduring legacy.
Dastan Autoworld in Ahmedabad marks its 25th anniversary with a Car and Cinema Festival, showcasing vintage cars from films like 'Aradhana' and 'Don'. The event runs from Feb 27 to March 1, featuring movies such as 'Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi' and 'The Italian
Gomti Chakra is a traditional symbol in household worship, representing continuity and protection. It aids financial stability, debt recovery, and harmony, not as decoration but for maintaining flow.