PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti lost her cool at a journalist who asked her to speak in Urdu. She defended Kashmiri, drew parallels with lynchings in Bangladesh, and called for safety of Kashmiris. Read the full report.
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!
Y8, a major online gaming platform, adds Farsi, Urdu, and Ukrainian to its multilingual support, now covering 32 languages. This strategic move aims to tap into new user markets and enhance accessibility for millions of gamers worldwide.
The 3rd Sharjah Festival of African Literature opens on Jan 14, featuring 50+ writers from 15+ countries. Explore panels, poetry, and cultural exchange in the UAE. Discover the full programme now!
Hyderabad-based actor-director Mohammad Ali Baig's Urdu play 'Sunset...Sunrise' deeply resonated with audiences at Kolkata's ICCR, highlighting universal family themes and challenging stereotypes about vernacular theatre.
Urdu poet Wasim Barelvi captivated a Diwali-like crowd in Lucknow, defining shayari as a journey between words and emotion. Read about his profound musings at the Repertwahr festival's finale.
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.
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
Activists condemn Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation for closing 20 schools citing low enrolment, warning of permanent student dropouts. Details inside.
A play at Jashn-e-Rekhta unveils the remarkable story of Urdu writer Razia Sajjad Zaheer and her husband Sajjad Zaheer, highlighting her literary achievements and their progressive partnership. Discover this hidden chapter of Indian literary history.
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.
The 12th Manipur Sangai Festival concluded successfully, highlighting resilience, cultural heritage, and sports. Governor Bhalla praised stakeholders and infrastructure initiatives boosting tourism. Read more.
Urdu dailies highlight the Election Commission's SIR controversy, BLO fatalities, a Hindu neighbour's land gift in Jammu, and Karnataka's CM transition. Read the full analysis.
Poet Chandra Prakash Verma advised young writers in Lucknow to use simple language and focus on shared emotions. Discover how to make your poetry resonate with a wider audience today!
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.
Telangana Waqf Board's land digitization faces major roadblock as crucial Nizam-era documents remain locked in CCLA's Urdu record room for 5 years, affecting prime land cases worth thousands of crores.
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!
The fifth Koshala literary festival session 'Poetic Whispers' showcased Lucknow's cultural heritage through ghazals and shayaris, featuring prominent poets and scholars who brought the city's emotions to life.
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!
BJP candidates in Uran civic polls used Urdu pamphlets, sparking accusations of opportunism after the party protested an Urdu Learning Centre. Read about the political controversy.
A 24-hour bandh called by Kangleipak Communist Party disrupts normal life in Imphal Valley districts, protesting Sangai tourism festival amid ongoing ethnic conflict. Government emphasizes economic importance.
The 56th International Film Festival of India starts in Goa, featuring 240+ films from 81 countries, an AI hackathon, and a grand float parade. Discover the cinematic celebration!
Kerala Literature Festival 2024 brings together 400+ global voices in Kozhikode from Jan 11-14. Discover renowned authors, thought-provoking sessions, and cultural celebrations.
Kolkata prepares for the 8th Chair Poetry Evenings from Nov 28-30, 2025. Poets from 13 countries will present works in 16 languages. Don't miss this celebration of cultural diversity!
Discover the story behind Kinnaur's Raulane Festival, a hidden gem now trending on social media. Learn its traditions, how to visit, and why respect for local culture is crucial.
Discover the story behind Kinnaur's traditional Raulane Festival, its sudden social media fame, and essential travel tips from the photographer who captured it.
Delhi Police intensifies investigation against Al-Falah University chairman for alleged fraudulent practices. Multiple FIRs filed as authorities tighten legal noose.
A revived dastangoi performance of Tagore's Ghare Baire in Pune explores nationalism, gender dynamics, and social divisions. Witness this powerful Urdu storytelling art form on November 23.