22 Lakh Take Holy Dip at Sangam as Magh Mela Begins
Over 22 lakh devotees marked Paush Purnima with a sacred bath at Sangam, starting the month-long Kalpwas. CM Yogi Adityanath extended greetings. Read about the massive arrangements.
Category : Culture
23 Lakh Take Holy Dip at Prayagraj's Magh Mela Start
Massive turnout of 23 lakh devotees marks Paush Purnima and the start of the month-long Magh Mela in Prayagraj. CM Yogi Adityanath extends greetings as administration ensures tight security and services.
5,000+ usher in New Year with divine music in Lucknow
Over 5,000 devotees and students celebrated New Year with a collective 'Bhajan Jamming: Ekatva' event at SRGI in Lucknow, fostering unity through Sanatan spiritual music. Discover how institutions are guiding youth towards cultural roots.
Magh Mela 2024 to Feature 2-Day Cultural Festival
UP Culture Department transforms Prayagraj's Magh Mela into a cultural hub with a 2-day festival on Jan 4-5. Featuring Padma Shri Malini Awasthi, Sufi singer Mamta Joshi & more. Details inside!
Modi: Buddha relics are India's heritage, not just artefacts
PM Modi inaugurates Piprahwa Buddha relics exposition in Delhi, marking their return after 125 years. He highlights India's spiritual legacy and global Buddhist connections. Read more.
Ancient Bhatala site in Maharashtra threatened by mining
Archaeologists warn illegal mining near Nagpur's prehistoric Bhatala site, dating back 2 million years, could erase crucial evidence of early human life in Central India. Urgent action needed to protect heritage.
4 January: Gandhi's Arrest, Newton's Birth, Key Events
Explore the pivotal events of 4th January: Gandhi & Nehru's arrest in 1932, Isaac Newton's birth, R.D. Burman's legacy, and more. Discover how history shapes our present.
Book Reveals Untold Story of Courtesan Who Enchanted Dagh Dehlvi
Tarana Husain Khan's new book uncovers the forgotten life of the courtesan who inspired poet Dagh Dehlvi. Discover the hidden history of Lucknow's cultural zenith.
Etteth's 'The Little Book of Goodbyes' Explores Farewells
Ravi Shankar Etteth's new book, 'The Little Book of Goodbyes,' delves into the art and philosophy of parting. Discover how this collection redefines endings. Read the full review.
Harjeet Singh Gill's Poetry Anthology Explores Love
Explore Harjeet Singh Gill's new poetry anthology 'Dialogue With A Girl Friend', a profound narrative of love and human connection that resonates with every lover's journey. Dive into this literary masterpiece.
Varanasi Temple Sets Up Idol in Prayagraj, Police Plan Crowd Control
Kashi Vishwanath Temple installs Lord Vishwanath's idol at Prayagraj's Magh Mela. Varanasi police finalise crowd control plans based on Maha Kumbh 2025 patterns for devotees' safety. Read details.
Staff Crisis at Tonk's APRI Puts 25,000 Rare Manuscripts at Risk
The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Arabic–Persian Research Institute in Tonk, home to 25,000 rare manuscripts, faces a severe staff shortage. With only 8 of 45 posts filled, vital conservation and research work is stalled, risking the loss of irreplaceable cultu
Kolkata's historic tamarind tree saved from felling
A citizen collective in Kolkata successfully saved a 70-year-old tamarind tree planted by freedom fighter Parul Mukherjee. The builder agreed to preserve it and build a memorial. Read how art and activism made the difference.
Rivers: The Eternal Sculptors of the Indian Subcontinent
Explore the profound role of India's rivers in shaping its geography, civilization, and culture. From the Himalayas to the deltas, discover how water carved history. Dive into the story now!
Universe as a Game of Snakes and Ladders: A Metaphor
Explore the ancient Indian board game's profound link to cosmic philosophy and life's spiritual ups and downs. Discover how this metaphor guides self-realization.
Kalabhoomi Museum: A Walk Through Odisha's Living Heritage
Explore Kalabhoomi Museum in Odisha, where authentic laterite stone architecture creates an immersive journey into the region's living cultural heritage. Discover the story now!
First Photos of Hampi Ruins Taken in 1856 by British Officer
Discover how Colonel Alexander John Greenlaw created the first photographic archive of Hampi in 1856. Explore the legacy of this British East India Company officer and his crucial visual documentation. Read the full story.
Delhi poet Abhisha Gulati challenges patriarchy through art
Delhi-based poet Abhisha Gulati uses behavioural science and verse to combat patriarchy. Discover her journey from childhood questions to gender activism. Read her powerful story.
Guru-Shishya Tradition Revives J&K's Endangered Arts
Jammu & Kashmir's Academy of Art, Culture & Languages launches a guru-shishya initiative to save five dying art forms. Discover how master artists are training the next generation.
Bookrack For The Week: 3 New Book Reviews
Explore in-depth reviews of three compelling new books: a novel on Partition's legacy, a tale of love and loss in Mumbai, and a guide to India's ancient science. Discover your next great read!
Viral dishwashing video sparks UK-US hygiene debate
A British influencer's video showing him not rinsing soap off dishes has gone viral, shocking Americans and Brits alike. Experts warn of health risks. Discover the full story.
SSK Community Celebrates Sahasrarjuna Jayanthi in Bengaluru
The SSK community's Sahasrarjuna Jayanthi celebration in Bengaluru on Jan 3, 2026, features Deputy CM D K Shivakumar. Discover event details and significance.
Traffic Restrictions in Bengaluru for Chitra Santhe Today
Bengaluru police impose traffic diversions on January 28 for the annual Chitra Santhe art fair. Check key routes affected, parking bans, and alternative plans.
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple Lakshadeepam to use barcode passes
To manage crowds for the rare Lakshadeepam ritual on Jan 14, Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple introduces Aadhaar-linked barcode passes. Book online now for a smooth darshan.
Massive Arrangements Finalised for Attukal Pongala Festival
Thiruvananthapuram gears up for Attukal Pongala with high-level security, medical & green protocols. Festival runs from Feb 23 to March 4. Read about the detailed preparations.
Mulbagal's 800-year-old temple in a state of neglect
The 800-year-old Virupaksha Swamy Temple in Mulbagal, Karnataka, lies in a shocking state of neglect despite its proximity to ASI-protected monuments. Discover the plight of this forgotten heritage site.
Msgr Stephen Fernandes Appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Bombay
The Vatican appoints Msgr Stephen Fernandes as the new auxiliary bishop for Bombay. His ordination ceremony was held at Our Lady of Salvation Church, Dadar. Read more about his journey.
Natural Shivling Found in Himachal's Sirmaur District
A naturally formed Shivling-like rock structure has been discovered in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur, drawing devotees and sparking local religious interest. Learn about this unique geological and spiritual find.
Ink Attack, Black Shirt Ban Mar Marathi Lit Meet
The 99th Akhil Bhartiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in Satara witnessed high drama: an ink attack on the president and a ban on black shirts. Award-winning author barred. Details inside.
Horse Traders' Role in Islam's Diverse Indian History
Author Devdutt Pattanaik explores how the arrival of Islam in Bengal and Odisha differed from Gujarat, tracing its roots to Central Asian horse traders and local king dynamics. Read this insightful analysis.
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