India's 2025 Cultural Calendar: Maha Kumbh, Vande Mataram
India gears up for a landmark 2025, celebrating 150 years of Vande Mataram and hosting the Maha Kumbh Mela. Explore the full schedule of cultural milestones.
India gears up for a landmark 2025, celebrating 150 years of Vande Mataram and hosting the Maha Kumbh Mela. Explore the full schedule of cultural milestones.
Uttarakhand High Court vacates interim stay, paving way for recruitment of 2000 police constables. Court rules age relaxation cannot be granted post-selection. Read the full details and implications.
UNESCO and Kolkata Society for Cultural Heritage present a two-day village festival in Sajnekhali, Sundarbans, to promote Bengal's folk traditions and empower local artisans. Discover the cultural mosaic.
Uttarakhand High Court imposes a ban on a stone crusher in Papri village, citing violation of norms in a protected fruit belt. The next hearing is on Feb 26, 2026. Read the full details.
Nainital's winter carnival is back after 7 years! From Dec 22-26, enjoy cultural shows, adventure, food, and star-gazing to boost off-season tourism. Discover the full schedule.
Heritage Congress 2025 awards announced for regional history, Malayalam language & preservation. Winners include S Rajendu, Rachana Velappan Nair, Sai Nath Menon. Ceremony on Jan 10 in Thanjavur.
The inaugural Indian Cultural Congress 2025 concluded in Kochi after three days of vibrant dialogue. Actor Mammootty led the valedictory, emphasizing cultural pluralism. Read more about this landmark event.
The Heritage Transport Museum opens 'Posters That Moved India,' a special exhibition showcasing rare travel posters from the 1930s-1970s. Explore India's transport heritage through graphic art. Visit before 28 Feb 2026!
India and the Netherlands forge a partnership to develop the National Maritime Heritage Complex in Lothal. The collaboration focuses on maritime history and museum expertise. Read more.
Thieves cut through a wall in Haldwani's Kusumkheda, stealing gold, silver & cash worth crores from Radhika Jewellers. Police probe on, patrolling intensified.
India and the Netherlands sign a landmark MoU to collaborate on the National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal. The pact focuses on knowledge exchange, joint exhibitions, and boosting India's 4,500-year maritime legacy globally.
India and the Netherlands join forces to develop the National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal. The MoU focuses on museum design, research, and cultural exchange. Discover how this partnership showcases India's ancient maritime legacy globally.
India and the Netherlands join forces to develop the National Maritime Heritage Complex in Gujarat's Lothal. This collaboration aims to showcase India's rich maritime history through cutting-edge technology and expertise. Discover the details of this land
Gen Z and millennials joined a heritage tree-mapping event at Pune's Ganeshkhind Garden, highlighting rising interest in conservation. The activity comes as the PMC plans an STP in the area.
Royal Enfield's Journeying Across The Himalayas festival concluded, celebrating cultural heritage with installations like Ri Gyancha. UNESCO highlights urgent need for safeguarding traditions.
Handicrafts & Heritage Week 2024 spotlighted master artisans like Choti Tekam & Naveen Bhaskar, proving handmade heritage is a living cultural force. Discover how platforms empower craftspeople.
A significant inscription stone has been reinstalled in Kaliyuru village, Mysuru, thanks to local efforts. Read about this cultural restoration and the community's role.
Odisha Deputy CM Pravati Parida reviewed the comprehensive development plan for Khandagiri and Udayagiri Jain caves. The plan focuses on amenities, accessibility, and urban integration for the ASI-protected heritage sites. Read more.
Uttarakhand High Court halts demolition of a rape accused's house on humanitarian grounds for winter. The case had sparked communal violence in Nainital. Read the full legal details.
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's spiritual visit to Premanand Maharaj in Nainital goes viral. Watch the video and see fan reactions to the couple's faith journey.
UNESCO declares Italy's entire cuisine as Intangible Cultural Heritage. The historic decision, made in New Delhi, celebrates daily food practices, from cooking to sharing meals. Read more.
The 2nd Vedanta Jaigarh Heritage Festival concluded on Dec 7, 2025, blending royal traditions, music, and crafts. Read about the immersive cultural experience that drew artists and visitors nationwide.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta calls for urgent protection of the city's intangible heritage amid modernisation and climate change. Discover why preserving its soul is critical.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation admits an 'inadvertent error' placed a modern high-rise and a family's bungalow on the heritage list. The HC gives 4 weeks to decide on the 96-year-old petitioner's plea for repairs.
Uttar Pradesh to transform historic Yahiyaganj Gurdwara in Lucknow into a major heritage tourism site with Rs 2 crore fund for conservation and visitor facilities. Explore the sacred site linked to two Sikh Gurus.
Uttarakhand police and administration cleared 51 illegal dwellings in Ramnagar's reserve forest. The action, ordered by CM Dhami, saw detentions and heavy security. Read the full details.
Explore 10 iconic Indian monuments, from the Taj Mahal to Sanchi Stupa, built by dynasties like the Mughals, Cholas, and Ahoms. Discover their history and architectural brilliance.
Uttarakhand High Court expresses serious concern over the state's failure to implement court orders on forest fire prevention since 2021. Next hearing on Dec 10.
Supreme Court directs district judge-led committee to inspect disputed Old Goa bungalow for heritage norm breaches. The case, pending since 2022, sparks political uproar. Read the full story.
A 65-year-old businessman and his 50-year-old wife were found dead in their Nainital home. Police suspect suicide due to severe financial difficulties. Investigation ongoing.