Explosion at Bengal Firecracker Factory, 4 Critical
A major explosion ripped through a firecracker factory in Champahati, West Bengal, injuring four people, one with 90% burns. Police investigate as owner absconds. Read the latest updates.
A major explosion ripped through a firecracker factory in Champahati, West Bengal, injuring four people, one with 90% burns. Police investigate as owner absconds. Read the latest updates.
Discover the fascinating 17th-century origin of the idiom 'pleased as Punch,' tracing it back to the mischievous puppet Mr. Punch. Learn how this phrase evolved and is used today.
Mysuru's iconic Rangayana repertory theatre grapples with a severe identity crisis due to institutional neglect, funding issues, and a talent shortage. Discover the challenges facing this cultural pillar.
Mysuru's 25th Bahuroopi National Theatre Festival, honoring Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, runs Jan 11-18. Features 24 plays, music, film fest, and stalls. Join the cultural celebration!
The 24th Bahuroopi National Theatre Festival kicks off in Mysuru on January 11, 2025. Featuring 22 plays in 10 languages, the event celebrates India's diverse theatrical traditions. Don't miss this cultural extravaganza!
The 59th Prakash Chandra Ghosh Memorial All India Full-Length Bengali Drama Competition is on in Lucknow. 16 theatre groups from Delhi, Kolkata & more are performing free shows till January 8. Don't miss this cultural treat!
A minor was detained at Sandhya Theatre in Bengaluru's Chikka Madiwala for allegedly using a mobile phone inside a women's washroom. Police are investigating the serious incident.
Panjab University's famed Indian Theatre department, alma mater to Bollywood stars, has not hired a permanent professor since 2007. With one teacher left, students and alumni demand action. Read more.
The 61st Maharashtra State Children's Drama Competition starts today in Nagpur, featuring 27 plays over 3 days. Discover the young talent and cultural celebration.
Jaipur's iconic Ravindra Manch, established in 1963, faces decay. Once hosting legends like Begum Akhtar and Jagjit Singh, its cracked walls now symbolize a fading cultural legacy. Read about the fight to save it.
Four acclaimed plays from Pune, including 'Kadambari' on Tagore's muse, are set to be staged at the 8th National Theatre Festival in Kolkata from Jan 4-12. Discover the stories behind these selections.
Trinamool Congress launches 2026 assembly poll campaign in Baruipur. Abhishek Banerjee accuses Election Commission of declaring living voters dead during SIR, presents three such individuals on stage.
In 2023, Hindi films released directly on OTT platforms outperformed major theatrical releases in viewership. Discover the data and trends that defined the year for Indian entertainment.
An evening of Hindustani classical music awaits in Thiruvananthapuram. Ghazal singer Dipanwita Chakraborty and sitarist Sreeja Rajendran perform this Saturday. Free entry at Tagore Theatre.
TMC's Abhishek Banerjee launched the party's 2026 campaign in Baruipur, presenting voters wrongly marked dead in SIR. He slammed the EC and BJP, vowing to fight for Bengali rights. Read the full story.
The 12th Dhaatu International Puppet Festival kicks off in Bengaluru on Feb 29, featuring 40+ artists. Explore traditional & contemporary puppetry at Ranga Shankara. Don't miss this cultural feast!
Rangayana Dharwad's 6-day theatre festival features plays by three Rangayana units and a historical Gandhi photo exhibition. Inaugurated by Director Venkataramana Attal, it runs daily at 6pm. Join the cultural celebration!
Discover how S Bharathidasan uses unique street theatre and puppetry to spread awareness about vulture conservation in South India, tackling threats like NSAID poisoning. Join the mission to protect our ecosystem's vital scavengers.
Explore how Karnataka's Shakeel Ahmmad uses eclectic theatre to challenge norms and ignite crucial social dialogue. Discover his unique approach to storytelling.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi attended the Dhanu Yatra festival in Bargarh, arriving on an elephant. He launched infrastructure projects worth ₹1362 crore and honored artists & students.
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Kannada superstar Kichcha Sudeep will celebrate New Year's Eve 2025 by watching his film 'Mark' with fans in Bengaluru and Mysuru. Join the special fan shows!
Theatre artist Somnath Sarkar delves into the narrative arc of romance, separation, and reunification in a full-length play. Explore the wisdom behind the stage lights. Read more insights.
West Bengal police form SIT to investigate death of 22-year-old home guard Guljan Parveen Molla in Canning police quarters. Family files complaint against sub-inspector. Read the latest updates.
China initiates large-scale live-fire military exercises around Taiwan, deploying warships & 89 aircraft. Taiwan on high alert, vows to defend democracy. Details on the escalating tensions.
CBSE introduces a new school play celebrating India's journey and family values. Discover how this initiative aims to inspire students and foster national pride through theatre.
Delhi's 3-day Winter Theatre Festival at Shri Ram Centre featured powerful plays blending satire, folk traditions, and social conflict. Explore the highlights and impact of this cultural event.
Hyderabad Police submit charge sheet in Sandhya Theatre stampede during Pushpa 2 event. Actor Allu Arjun listed as A11. Investigation cites crowd control failure. Read the full details.
Hyderabad police file chargesheet against 23, including actor Allu Arjun, in deadly Pushpa 2 stampede case. One killed, child injured. Read the full investigation details.
Police file charge sheet against 23, including actor Allu Arjun, in a theatre stampede case. Theatre management named prime accused. Details inside.