In Mogadishu's fortified National Theater, aging Somali poets gather, reciting verses of peace and citizenship. Explore how this 'nation of poets' struggles to preserve its cultural soul against decades of war and the shadow of al-Shabab.
IIT Madras's Vidyashakti initiative is transforming Tamil language learning with digital tools at Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0. Discover how it makes STEM and Tamil engaging for students and workers across India and Sri Lanka.
A delegation of Tamil writers visited Varanasi for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, taking a holy dip, exploring ancient temples, and uncovering centuries-old cultural ties. Discover the deep-rooted connection.
Varanasi (Kashi) bags the Smart City Innovation Award-2025 for its pioneering 3D Urban Spatial Digital Twin project, a first in India for comprehensive city planning and disaster management.
The sixth day of Lucknow School Games 2025 saw energetic displays in yoga and athletics at Chowk Stadium. Over 165 athletes from 27 schools participated. Read more about the vibrant sporting platform.
A 200-member Tamil Nadu delegation visited Prayagraj for Kashi-Tamil Sangamam 4.0, taking a holy dip at Triveni Sangam and receiving traditional gifts. The event strengthens cultural bonds.
The acclaimed Marathi poetry show 'Akshar Akshar Tuzech Aahe' held its first Nagpur performance at Sai Sabhagruh, captivating a full house. Discover how the quartet blended verse and music into an emotional journey.
A Tamil Nadu writers' group arrived in Varanasi for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, receiving a grand welcome at the temple and station. The event strengthens ancient cultural bonds.
Delegates of Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 visited Bharat Kala Bhavan at BHU for a cultural tour, exploring Chola bronzes, Malaviya's legacy, and the Ganga-Cauvery Synchronicity. Discover the deep cultural bonds.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath, at the HT Summit, declared intent to 'reach all places' after Ayodhya, referencing Kashi and Mathura. Read about the political and cultural implications.
Spoken word artist Nayab Midha discusses preserving human emotion in poetry against AI, her journey from engineer to poet, and crafting a conscious, equal wedding. Discover her take on Kolkata's cultural vibe.
The 19th-century Kannada poem 'Sanchar Saw Thee' by M. Govinda Pai has inspired a stunning series of AI-generated images, blending classical literature with modern technology. Discover the creative process and the poem's timeless themes.
Thiruvananthapuram South sub-district clinched the overall championship at the revenue district school arts festival in Attingal. Over 9,000 students competed in 317 events. Read the full results and highlights here.
Samskrita Sahitya Parishad hosts a Sanskrit quiz for students in Trichy on Sunday. Topics include Vedas, Ramayana, and Indian culture. Details inside.
A Tamil delegation, including teachers, arrived in Varanasi for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0. Welcomed with 'Har Har Mahadev' chants, they will explore the city's spiritual and cultural heritage. Read more.
Over 600 Varanasi students participated in NBT's Day 3 activities at Kashi Tamil Sangamam, featuring a Sardar Patel puppet show, a heritage quiz, and reading sessions. Discover how the event ignited young minds!
Varanasi DM Satyendra Kumar inspected election revision work at two colleges, directing officials to complete all tasks by December 11. He also attended a children's poetry competition.
The first batch of 200 Kashi Tamil Sangamam members arrived in Prayagraj, receiving a grand welcome. The delegation took a holy dip at Sangam and visited key temples, highlighting cultural unity.
Explore how artist Ravikumar Kashi uses pulp painting to turn paper into powerful metaphors for language, heritage, and time. His solo show 'Shadows of Breath' is a journey through texture and meaning.
Vedamurti Devavrat Mahesh Rekhe, 19, revived a 200-year-old Vedic chanting ritual in Kashi. PM Modi hails the monumental achievement. Read the inspiring story.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates Kashi Tamil Sangamam, announces inclusion of Tamil, other languages in vocational education to foster cultural and spiritual unity across India.
CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, a month-long cultural confluence. Over 1,400 delegates from Tamil Nadu will explore Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Ayodhya. Read more.
Union Minister L Murugan inaugurated a Central Bureau of Communication exhibition at Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, showcasing the shared heritage of Kashi and Tamil Nadu and highlighting central government policies. Open until December 15.
CM Yogi Adityanath honoured 19-year-old Devvrat Mahesh Rekhe, who memorised 2000 Vedic mantras, at the Kashi Tamil Sangamam. Read about this inspiring feat of spiritual tradition.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan visited the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi on December 2, 2025. Read the full details of their spiritual visit here.
The first batch of 216 delegates for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 arrived in Varanasi to a grand welcome. Read about their spiritual journey, temple darshan, and Ganga Aarti experience.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan invites TN CM Stalin to Varanasi, emphasizes cultural unity at Kashi Tamil Sangamam. Read about the 'Learn Tamil' theme and the political backdrop.
Explore 5 profound quotes by the poet Rumi that explain love's soulful journey, from inner longing to eternal connection. Discover wisdom for the heart.
A 13-year-old boy completes a rigorous 50-day Dandakrama Parayanam in Kashi, chanting 2000 mantras daily. Discover the spiritual significance of this ancient Vedic ritual.
Explore the timeless legacy of poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan and the profound story behind his poem 'Nayi Leek,' written in response to his son Amitabh's existential question. A tale of poetry, fatherhood, and healing.