Trichy and delta districts celebrated Kaanum Pongal with jallikattu events, traditional village games, and cultural performances. The festivities included sports competitions and torch relays promoting social causes.
Madurai witnessed massive Kaanum Pongal celebrations with record footfall at Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal and temples. Families in traditional attire captured moments with modern gadgets.
Folk Art Research Centre's 'Panchali' performance at Bharat Bhavan mesmerized audiences with its emotional portrayal of Draupadi's story, highlighting courage and transcendence.
Trichy and delta districts saw a huge influx of visitors on Kaanum Pongal, with parks, temples, and beaches packed with families celebrating the festive day.
Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Secretary announced a sustainable planning initiative to reduce overcrowding at popular tourist destinations, focusing on infrastructure and visitor management.
The restored Nandini guesthouse at Sabarmati Ashram now showcases the lives of lesser-known residents who shaped India's freedom struggle through Gandhi's philosophy.
Philanthropist Rohini Nilekani launched her latest book at the Makkala Hubba event in Bengaluru, focusing on community engagement and children's welfare.
Explore Bengaluru's past through walking trails that highlight three historic temples, including the 16th-century Sri Gavi Gangadhareshwara Swamy Temple renovated by Kempegowda.
A session at Jaipur Literature Festival explored the divergent political paths of Gandhi, Savarkar, and Jinnah, examining their roles in shaping India's freedom struggle and the lead-up to Partition.
A session at Jaipur Literature Festival examined how Gandhi, Savarkar, and Jinnah shaped Indian nationalism with contrasting ideologies, from non-violence to armed resistance.
Once a staple at weddings and Irani cafes, Hyderabad's mutton kheema lukhmi is now hard to find. This traditional starter faces extinction as tastes change and practicality wins.
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.
A hot air balloon landing near Neknampur lake in Hyderabad caused confusion, with police citing technical issues but operator Sky Waltz insisting it was a planned, controlled descent as per standard procedures.
Explore a unique analysis of a celebrated poem that delves into its themes of greatness and timelessness, offering readers a fresh perspective on its enduring appeal.
Explore the hamlet of Kesarugattu, where dusty lanes and temple bells mask the rigid caste lines shaping lives between shame and sunrise, as depicted in a new feature.
Explore Melnik, Bulgaria's smallest town, famed for its unique wine, sand pyramids, and rich history. A hidden gem for travelers seeking authentic experiences.
Discover the vibrant food culture of Prague, from traditional Czech dishes to modern culinary innovations, offering a taste of Central European delights.
Discover how cats are leaving their unique paw prints on art, creating whimsical masterpieces that blend animal instincts with human creativity in a growing trend.
Discover how Indian artisans are creating rugs that mirror natural landscapes, blending traditional techniques with rewilding concepts for sustainable, eco-conscious art.
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 NH-07 upgrade between Ballupur and Paonta Sahib will slash travel time from two hours to just 30 minutes, boosting connectivity for commuters and tourists.
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.