Divyabharathi's Pongal: Family, Food, and Festive Joy
Actress Divyabharathi opens up about her Pongal traditions, love for sakkara pongal, and why Coimbatore celebrations feel special to her heart.
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Radhika Shurajit on Art, Discipline, and Taking Bharatanatyam to Masses
Bharatanatyam exponent Radhika Shurajit shares insights on Margazhi magic, artistic discipline, and her mission to make classical arts accessible to all.
Bhopal's Bhojpal Kite Festival Brightens Makar Sankranti
The Bhojpal Kite Festival at Jamboree Ground in Bhopal drew large crowds for Makar Sankranti, featuring kite flying, family fun, and community spirit under clear winter skies.
Lohri-Maghi Celebrated for Special Children in Jalandhar
The Chaanan Association organized a vibrant Lohri-Maghi celebration in Jalandhar, bringing joy and cultural traditions to special children through music, dance, and community activities.
Blankets Given to Needy Women in Jalandhar on Lohri
In a heartwarming Lohri gesture, needy women in Jalandhar received blankets to combat the winter chill, bringing warmth and festive cheer to the community.
Himachal Village Toru Rejects Costly Traditions
Toru village in Himachal's Sirmaur district unanimously adopts resolution banning extravagant weddings, liquor, and reforming rituals to ease economic burden on families.
Devotees Throng Gorakhnath Temple for Makar Sankranti Khichdi
Massive crowds converged at Gorakhnath Temple in Gorakhpur ahead of Makar Sankranti. CM Yogi Adityanath monitored arrangements while police deployed thousands for security.
Udupi Lights Up for Paryaya Mahotsava with Festive Decor
Udupi prepares for the Paryaya Mahotsava with lights on key roads and stalls set up around Car Street and Rajangana, enhancing the festive atmosphere.
Kolkata Celebrates Harvest Festivals as Miniature India
Kolkata becomes a vibrant mosaic of Indian culture as Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Magh Bihu and Lohri celebrations unite communities across neighborhoods this week.
Chandigarh Marks Makar Sankranti with Kite Flying and Rituals
Chandigarh celebrated Makar Sankranti with vibrant kite flying in parks, spiritual havan at Panjab University, and special prayers at Sri Ayyappa Temple, highlighting community bonding.
Vaishno Devi Natural Cave Reopens for Devotees
The natural cave at the Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir has reopened for devotees after a temporary closure for maintenance work. Pilgrims can now visit the sacred site.
Yogi Adityanath Greets State on Makar Sankranti, Emphasizes Cultural Harmony
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath sends warm Makar Sankranti and Khichadi greetings, celebrating India's diverse festival traditions and their message of unity.
Yogi Adityanath Greets Uttar Pradesh on Makar Sankranti
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath sends festive greetings for Makar Sankranti, emphasizing India's cultural diversity and unity through regional celebrations.
Karnataka to Excavate Lakkundi Site After Antique Find
Karnataka government will begin excavations at Lakkundi heritage site from January 16 following discovery of antique jewellery. Authorities have approved land purchase for open museum.
Bengaluru's Sankranti Weekend: City Becomes Festival Hub
This Sankranti weekend, Bengaluru offers multiple cultural events from BLR Hubba's 250 free activities to Lalbagh's flower show, making staycations exciting.
BLR Hubba Festival Builds Bengaluru's Social Fabric Through Culture
Prashanth Prakash discusses how BLR Hubba cultural festival addresses Bengaluru's social cohesion gap by creating inclusive platforms that celebrate the city's multicultural identity.
Sadhguru Announces Linga Bhairavi Consecration Dates
Sadhguru reveals the consecration of Linga Bhairavi, Navagraha temples, and Teerthakund will occur from September 28 to October 2 at Sadhguru Sannidhi near Bengaluru.
Faith Walks the Streets at Dawn in Spiritual Journey
A unique spiritual event saw devotees walking the streets at dawn, blending faith with public expression in a serene morning ritual.
Living the Examined Life Through Self-Dialogue
Discover how engaging in self-dialogue helps confront fears, understand desires, and clarify goals for a more examined and meaningful life.
Sangam of Faith, Language, and Memory in India
Explore how India's cultural heritage blends faith, language, and memory into a unique Sangam, shaping identity and traditions through historical and contemporary perspectives.
Himachal's Tourism Shift: Congress Revives Water & Eco-Tourism
Himachal Pradesh witnesses a tourism transformation under Congress's 'Vyavastha Parivartan' vision, focusing on water-based tourism at Pong Dam Lake and eco-tourism sites to boost local livelihoods and sustainable growth.
Aisle Lice: Why This Travel Habit Frustrates Everyone
Passengers who rush into aisles before planes stop are called 'aisle lice.' This behavior creates chaos, slows deplaning, and now faces fines in some countries.
Magh Mela: More Men Reunited Than Women at Prayagraj Camp
During the Magh Mela in Prayagraj, 368 people were reunited with families, with men outnumbering women. The Bhoole Bhatke Shivir camp has helped over 15.38 lakh people in 80 years.
Prayagraj's Makar Sankranti Bhandaras Feed Pilgrims
Hundreds of roadside bhandaras provided free meals to pilgrims at Prayagraj's Magh Mela on Makar Sankranti, with more planned for the main bathing day on January 15.
Mauritian Scholar Sarita Boodhoo Champions Bhojpuri in Kolkata
Cultural scholar Sarita Boodhoo from Mauritius participated in a Kolkata event celebrating UNESCO-recognized Geet Gawai, highlighting her lifelong work preserving Bhojpuri language and traditions.
Golden Temple's Viral Misty Morning Photo Captures Hearts
A stunning early morning photograph of Amritsar's Golden Temple, taken by Gurgaon filmmaker Dalbir Singh, has gone viral across social media platforms, capturing the temple in an ethereal misty glow.
Anglo-Saxon Princely Burial Found at Sizewell C Nuclear Site
Archaeologists in Suffolk discover a rare 6th-7th century Anglo-Saxon burial with a harnessed horse and weapons, offering new insights into early medieval elite culture during Sizewell C excavations.
Trichy Medical College Celebrates Pongal with Kolam Festival
K A P V Government Medical College in Trichy held a lively kolam festival and Samathuva Pongal event, featuring student displays and dignitary participation.
Trichy Markets Bustle Ahead of Thai Pongal Festival
Trichy markets witnessed lively crowds buying traditional items for Thai Pongal celebrations. Sugarcane sales saw moderate demand with government gift hampers impacting purchases.
Goa Admits No Master Plan for Old Goa Heritage Zones
Goa's government revealed it lacks a master plan to protect buffer zones around Old Goa's heritage monuments, a UNESCO site, raising conservation concerns.
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