Varanasi witnessed severe congestion as pilgrims from Prayagraj's Magh Mela visited Kashi Vishwanath Dham. Police implemented crowd management plans, deploying forces and using drones for monitoring.
Bhubaneswar's Patha Utsav street festival attracts diverse crowds while power outages at Krushi Odisha and prized bulls at Matsya O Pranee Samavesh create buzz across city events.
At the Hyderabad Literary Festival, historian Daneesh Majid traced the city's journey from police action to statehood, highlighting how political movements and cultural spaces like Bachelor's Quarters shaped its identity through lived experiences.
Dharmiklal Chunilal Pandya, 94, Vadodara's last surviving Manbhatt storyteller, receives Padma Shri for preserving Akhyan, a rare Gujarati folk narrative tradition blending music, poetry, and epic storytelling.
The inaugural Sanjay Nagar Rasthe Hubba 2026 in Bengaluru brought residents together with over 50 stalls showcasing local crafts, food, and performances, emphasizing community spirit and sustainability.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi applauds the rising trend of bhajan-clubbing among Indian youth, describing it as a fusion of devotion and modernity that resonates with Gen Z.
Archaeologists in Sweden discovered a remarkably preserved Stone Age dog burial from 5,000 years ago, featuring a carefully placed bone dagger, suggesting the animal held special significance in ancient society.
Around 500 residents gathered in New Chandigarh to celebrate Himachal Statehood Day with traditional music, dance, and authentic Himachali cuisine, showcasing the state's rich cultural heritage.
A new book titled 'Rooted in Gold' documenting the artistic journey of Prabha Mallesh was launched in Bengaluru on Sunday by prominent cultural figures including BL Shankar and Lakshmi Gopalaswamy.
The ancient Lord Suryanarayana Swamy temple in Arasavalli, Srikakulam, witnessed an unprecedented rush of over 2.5 lakh devotees on Ratha Saptami, leading to long queues and ticket cancellations.
A free 'India' quiz will be held at AIIMS Hospital auditorium in Rajkot on Monday evening, organized by IPS officer Simran Bhardwaj. Professional quizmaster Bhushan Patel will anchor the event featuring team competitions and cash prizes.
Navsari Municipal Corporation enters Guinness World Records by creating an eight-foot-high floral wall spelling 'Navsari' using over 95,000 flowers during its inaugural flower exhibition.
A vintage car exhibition in Bengaluru displayed iconic vehicles from the last century, with the oldest car dating back to 1917, set against the backdrop of a 157-year-old club's heritage buildings.
A rare migrant raptor has been sighted at Ambalipura Lake in Bengaluru, drawing birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts to the location. The unexpected appearance highlights the city's biodiversity.
Nagpur transforms with tricolor decorations, flag sales surge, and schools rehearse patriotic performances as the city gears up for Republic Day celebrations across Sitabuldi, Sadar, Mahal, and Dharampeth.
Renowned Bhapang artist Gafruddin Mewati Jogi from Rajasthan receives Padma Shri for preserving 'Pandun Ka Kada', a 16th-century Mewati Mahabharat epic. Two other Rajasthanis also honored.
Over 50 dancers from Nagpur's Shreekrishna Nrithalayam will perform Mohiniyattam at the Republic Day Parade 2026 in New Delhi, part of a cultural tableau celebrating India's freedom journey.
The remote village of Moolsagar in Jaisalmer's Thar Desert erupted in celebration as Taga Ram Bheel, a 65-year-old algoza virtuoso, received news of his Padma Shri nomination. Villagers and musicians gathered at his home, honoring his journey from childho
The Ministry of Tourism's flagship Bharat Parv event returns to Delhi's Red Fort from January 26-31, 2026, showcasing India's diverse cultural heritage through tableaux, performances, and culinary delights while promoting national initiatives.
Over 800 delegates, including 200 international participants and 100 Sangha representatives from 40 countries, attended a two-day summit and will be honored guests at India's Republic Day parade.
Thousands gathered at Rasokhana Nabh Kanwal Raja Sahib in Nawanshahr for a 'shukrana samagam' to mark the end of a controversy involving 169 saroops of Guru Granth Sahib found at the shrine.
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Archaeologists discovered 3,500-year-old Indian rhinoceros bones in Tamil Nadu, indicating the species once roamed the Western Ghats foothills, far from its current restricted range in northeastern India.
The 49th International Kolkata Book Fair sets unprecedented attendance records with nearly 10 lakh visitors in the opening weekend, creating massive crowds and traffic challenges.
Visakha Utsav's second day captivated visitors with cultural events at RK Beach and Gokul Park. Araku Utsav from Jan 29 to Feb 1 will feature tribal artists, coffee tourism, and CM Naidu as chief guest.
RSS organized a Hindu Sammelan in Haridwar during centenary celebrations, with speakers emphasizing strengthening Sanatan Dharma, addressing demographic concerns, and preserving Hindu religious spaces.
The three-day Mukteswar Dance Festival in Bhubaneswar concluded successfully, drawing numerous international visitors from Russia, Israel, the US, and other countries to experience Odissi dance and cultural heritage.
A 17th-century damaged rock inscription has been discovered at the foothills of the Western Ghats near Palani, offering insights into the polygar period's administration and religious practices.
Bhubaneswar's largest annual open-air fair commenced with enhanced sanitation efforts, deploying 120 workers and multiple inspection teams to ensure public safety and cleanliness.
Four distinguished individuals from Odisha have been selected for Padma Shri awards for their exceptional contributions to preserving the state's linguistic diversity, tribal culture, and traditional arts.