More than 1,000 women participated in a grand Basava Butti procession in Haveri, Karnataka, during the Hukkerimath village festival. The event featured vibrant cultural displays and was led by prominent religious leaders. Read more about this unique celeb
As Jashn-e-Rekhta enters its 10th year, its massive growth to over 100,000 attendees collides with criticism over tiered tickets and commercialism. Can the Urdu festival scale without losing its soul? Read the full analysis.
The 11th Khajuraho International Film Festival, held from Dec 16-22, celebrated cinema, culture, and ideas. Featuring stars, 102 films, and folk arts, it honored legends like Dharmendra. Explore the highlights!
IIT Kanpur hosts the grand opening of Inter-IIT Cultural Meet 8.0, featuring Padma Shri Soma Ghosh and vibrant performances. Explore the celebration of art and unity across IITs.
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.
Odisha's rooftop gardening initiative struggles in Jeypore with only 18 households enrolled. Lack of awareness and technical guidance cited as major hurdles. Read more.
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.
Madhubani is set to host a vibrant two-day state-level youth festival from December 23. The event will feature cultural competitions in folk dance, singing, writing, and art. Discover the schedule and venues.
Koraput's night sky dazzled as a first-ever drone show at Parab 2025 displayed tribal heritage and famous spots. Thousands watched the 15-minute spectacle, marking a fusion of tradition and technology.
The Global Maitri Festival 2025, themed on Sanskriti, Maitri Bhaav, and Seva Bhaav, will be held from Jan 17-19 in Delhi. Discover the grand celebration of Indian culture and global harmony.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi spotlighted Koraput's tourism potential & tribal culture at Parab-2025. He inaugurated projects worth crores & praised the district's unique produce like Koraput Coffee. Explore the details.
Lucknow's Repertwahr festival, now a four-day cultural spectacle, doubled its footfall this year. Founder Priyanka Sarkar shares the journey from a 1-2 day event to a major celebration of performing arts. Read more about its evolution and future goals.
Over 3,100 youth will converge in Bilaspur for Chhattisgarh's State Youth Festival 2025 from Dec 23-25. The event launches Khelo India Tribal Games, aiming to empower youth and preserve culture. Read more.
Mangaluru's Karavali Utsava 2025 is a 40-day festival featuring cultural events, sports, food fests, and music nights from Dec 21 to Jan 30. Explore the full schedule!
IIT Kanpur gears up to host the Inter-IIT Cultural Meet 8.0 from December 23-27, 2025. Over 23 IITs will compete in 50+ events. Discover India's premier cultural gathering for tech students.
Odisha govt greenlights Jeypore Airport upgrade to Category 3C, enabling 24/7 ops & 72-seater aircraft. Land secured, runway to extend to 2700m. A boost for South Odisha's economy.
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao inaugurated Karavali Utsava 2025, stating such festivals unite people and attract investment for regional development. He announced a Rs 2 crore sanction from the CM.
Koraput's flagship 5-day cultural festival, Parab 2025, began with grand celebrations, highlighting tribal heritage and boosting local economy. Read more about the vibrant showcase.
Odisha Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari visited the disputed Kotia panchayat in Koraput to assess the ground situation and reassure residents of the state's commitment to development amid alleged intrusions by Andhra Pradesh officials. Read more.
Vigilance sleuths arrest Dasmantpur IIC Sukma Hansdah for demanding Rs 20,000 bribe to submit case diary. Searches launched for disproportionate assets. Read the full details.
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
Prayagraj's Sangam city celebrates its composite heritage with Bazm-e-Virasat, a 3-day festival of literature, music, cinema & discourse from Dec 19-21. Explore the full schedule.
The 8th Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan Festival in Hyderabad united Prodyut Mukherjee, Rituparna Sengupta & Abhijeet Bhattacharya for Autism Ashram. Discover the highlights!
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.
Vedanta Limited announces the Jaigarh Heritage Festival 2025, backed by key sponsors like HDFC Bank. The event celebrates Rajasthan's culture from Jan 24-26, 2025. Discover the lineup!
From Kochi's sea views to Panaji's heritage spaces, India's art festivals are using location as a canvas. Explore how Serendipity, Kochi Biennale, and literary fests are changing art consumption and sparking new career paths like culinary arts.
The 10th Serendipity Arts Festival in Panaji, from Dec 12-21, showcases interdisciplinary art, breaking genre silos with 35+ curators. Explore dance, theatre, food & tech fusion.
Bhopal's 8th Hriday Drishyam festival transforms historic venues into musical canvases from Dec 5-7. Featuring Pt. Rakesh Chaurasia, Amaan & Ayaan Ali, and a grand food fair. Experience the magic!
Congress MP Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka raises critical railway demands for South Odisha in Lok Sabha, highlighting delayed Rayagada division & need for better connectivity. Read more.
The 12th Manipur Sangai Festival concluded successfully, highlighting resilience, cultural heritage, and sports. Governor Bhalla praised stakeholders and infrastructure initiatives boosting tourism. Read more.