Explore the best photos from around the world on December 8, 2025, featuring Gujarat's Siddhi Dhamal in Prayagraj, festive London markets, and more global moments. See the visual stories that defined the day.
Prime Minister Modi's gift of an Agra marble chess set to President Putin has ignited hopes for a GI tag and global recognition for the city's skilled artisans. Read more.
Discover how your go-to ice cream flavour, from vanilla to cookie dough, offers a fun glimpse into your personality, strengths, and quirks, according to psychology.
Explore how designer Khushi Shah transforms Banarasi textiles into contemporary wearable art, weaving memory and legacy into every creation. Discover her unique vision.
Veteran actor Helen and Rajat Bedi attended a dazzling fashion show in Amritsar celebrating Punjab's rich craft heritage. The event highlighted Phulkari, handlooms, and sustainable fashion.
Discover how Goa's 400-year-old craft spirit, feni, is being championed at The Good Craft Co's Flavour Lab in Bengaluru. Learn about its unique process, tasting notes, and the new narrative for India's indigenous spirits. Read more.
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.
President Droupadi Murmu's special interaction with artisan Sushil Gajbhiye at Hyderabad's Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav brings Nagpur's rare tribal tumba art into the national spotlight. Discover the story.
The 39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela will be held from Jan 31 to Feb 15, 2026. Egypt is the partner nation; UP & Meghalaya are theme states. Explore crafts, culture & cuisine.
The Academy of Fine Arts, the sole Bengali selection at the 20th Jogja NETPAC Asian Film Festival, received an overwhelming response, with packed halls and emotional audience reactions proving cinema's universal power.
The 12th Manipur Sangai Festival concluded successfully, highlighting resilience, cultural heritage, and sports. Governor Bhalla praised stakeholders and infrastructure initiatives boosting tourism. Read more.
Reliance Consumer Products, now Tira Beauty, is the new promoter of Lotus Chocolate after NCLT-approved restructuring. Details on the 51% stake transfer and stock performance inside.
Actor Akshay Singh reveals how his shift from a clean-shaven 'chocolate boy' to a rugged, bearded look marked a creative evolution, helping him bag complex OTT roles. Discover his journey.
The 56th International Film Festival of India concluded with expanded programming but needs stronger focus on discovering new talent and shaping cinematic sensibilities. Read analysis.
Campco launches Rs 50 crore modernization of Puttur chocolate plant with new machinery, solar power & treatment facilities. Cooperative reports Rs 210 crore profit in 5 years.
Discover how non-consumers can help preserve India's living craft heritage. Learn practical ways to support artisans and sustain traditional crafts as relevant ecosystems.
Thiruvananthapuram revenue district school youth festival commences on December 1 in Attingal. Over 8,000 students from 1,002 schools will compete in 317 events across 14 venues during the five-day cultural extravaganza.
Winners from Patna's District-Level Youth Festival 2025-26 will represent the city at the State Youth Festival. The event featured folk dance, singing, painting and literary competitions.
Swiggy's post of chocolate ice cream on rice, dubbed a 'culinary abomination,' went viral with 3.4M views. Outraged netizens demand the social media manager's removal. See the hilarious reactions!
The 2025 International Film Festival of India concluded successfully with outstanding film curation, restoring audience confidence in India's premier cinema event. Discover the highlights!
Discover Pune's coziest hot chocolate spots this winter. From rich, silky cocoa to customizable creations, our guide melts away the blues. Plan your sweet weekend escape now!
Discover the top 10 Roald Dahl books that teach kindness, bravery, and imagination. A must-read guide for Indian parents to inspire young readers. Explore now!
Discover 7 common household foods that can poison your dog. Learn symptoms, emergency treatments, and how to protect your pet from chocolate, grapes, and more.
Nagpur's Zero Mile Literature Festival opens with focus on cultural heritage, reading habits, and India's knowledge traditions. 300+ publishers participate in this literary celebration.
International Kolkata Short Film Festival 2026 reveals official selections with 250+ films from 300 submissions. Festival runs January 20-25 across multiple venues. Discover the lineup!
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) begins today in Goa with a grand parade, showcasing over 240 films from 81 countries and celebrating Indian cinema's legacy. Discover the highlights!
Kerala Literature Festival 2024 brings together 400+ global voices in Kozhikode from Jan 11-14. Discover renowned authors, thought-provoking sessions, and cultural celebrations.
Explore Chorus, the new Mumbai atelier by Karishma Swali. Celebrating Indian craft with Dior, eco-fashion, and a multidisciplinary space. Discover the future of sustainable luxury.
As Serendipity Arts Festival prepares for its milestone 10th edition in Goa this December, founder Sunil Kant Munjal reflects on its journey, community impact, and expansion plans. Discover how this multidisciplinary festival transformed India's cultural