Holika Dahan in 2026 falls on March 13, with specific muhurat timings. The celebration coincides with a lunar eclipse, affecting rituals. Learn the correct date, timing, and guidelines for a safe and auspicious Holi.
Mahjong is gaining popularity in Chennai, creating diverse communities where players enjoy strategy, laughter, and screen-free socializing, replacing traditional card games.
The first lunar eclipse of 2026 will occur on March 3, coinciding with Holi. This rare event has created confusion about Holika Dahan timings due to inauspicious periods. Here are the correct dates and times for rituals.
The Khatu Shyam Temple in Lucknow witnessed a massive turnout for its grand Dhwaj procession during pre-Holi celebrations. The 7 km-long yatra featured devotional music, tableaux, and community meals.
A large-scale Hind Di Chadar event is scheduled in Navi Mumbai from February 28 to March 1, 2026, with an estimated 18 to 20 lakh people expected to attend.
Discover your daily horoscope for February 27, 2026, with detailed astrological insights for all zodiac signs. Get guidance on love, career, health, and finances.
Ahmedabad celebrated its 615th Foundation Day with a vibrant procession from Bhadra Kali Mata Temple and a traditional flag ceremony at Manek Burj, honoring the city's rich history since 1411.
The 3-day Bithoor Mahotsav commenced with Kathak performances, a devotional anthem, and a vibrant concert by Euphoria band, attracting thousands in Kanpur's historic town.
Delhi's walking culture thrives as a resilient response to urban challenges, with diverse walks fostering community, reclaiming public spaces, and celebrating heritage despite pollution and security concerns.
Minister Ramachandran Kadannappalli inaugurated the International Archives and Heritage Center at Kariavattom University, emphasizing the role of antiquities and museums in preserving Kerala's rich heritage against attempts to erase historical figures.
A visual journey through February 27, 2026, featuring Ahmedabad's traditional acrobatics, Holi celebrations in Mathura, India's cricket match against Zimbabwe, and scenic moments from Sydney to Brighton.
Mansa Devi Mandir in Haridwar is a revered Shakti Peeth where devotees tie sacred threads to manifest dreams. Learn about its history, rituals, and spiritual significance.
The administration of Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham in Varanasi has started a special operation to conserve an ancient peepal tree using scientific and traditional methods, including organic treatments with Gangajal.
Renowned Odisha folk dancer and Padma Shri awardee Utsav Charan Das, celebrated for preserving Ghoda Nacha, passed away at 80 after cardiac arrest in Cuttack hospital.
Renowned magician Prakash Hemmady performs a thrilling Milk Can Escape act in Thiruvananthapuram to mark the 100th death anniversary of Harry Houdini. The event launches Houdini's Magic Planet at Kinfra Park.
The Junoon-e-Punjab cultural event concluded at Guru Nanak Dev University in Amritsar, featuring vibrant performances and celebrating Punjabi heritage.
The fourth Jagati Marathi Sammelan in Nashik, inaugurated by CM Devendra Fadnavis, aims to spread Marathi language, literature, and culture globally with awards, seminars, and cultural events.
The matrilineal system in Meghalaya, upheld by Khasi, Garo, and Jaintia tribes, persists but is weakening due to contemporary societal shifts and external influences.
The National Gallery of Modern Art and Kerala Tourism present an exhibition featuring 100 photographs from a five-day journey across north, central, and south Kerala, now on display in Bengaluru.
The Indian Music Experience Museum in Bengaluru is launching a Youth Advisory Board to engage young people in shaping its programs and exhibitions, fostering a new generation of music enthusiasts.
The acclaimed play 'Amadeus' is set for a return performance in Bengaluru next week, following its recent debut at the Prestige Centre for Performing Arts. Director Sajnani praises the play's phenomenal writing and anticipates strong audience reception.
Bengaluru witnesses a surge in book clubs adopting innovative formats like silent reading and themed sessions, fostering community engagement and literary culture in the city.
Vijayawada's historic Kanaka Durga temple is making elaborate arrangements for the Kumbha Abhishekam Mahotsav in March 2026, a sacred ritual performed once every 12 years to rejuvenate divine energy.
The Bairagi community in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district continues a unique 350-year-old Holi tradition, blending spiritual rituals with cultural heritage to mark the festival of colors.
The Ketevan Music Festival will enliven the ruins of St Augustine Church in Old Goa on February 27 and 28, featuring performances from India, Georgia, and beyond. With free entry, the event includes folk, classical, and fusion music in a unique cultural s
Ludhiana is bustling with preparations for Holi, as markets overflow with gulal, pichkaris, and traditional sweets. Residents share their excitement for the festival of colors.
The last unpublished poetic works of renowned Punjabi poet Dr. Surjit Patar have been donated to Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, for preservation and academic study, honoring his literary legacy.
Bharatanatyam legend Padma Subrahmanyam, 83, shares insights from her seven-decade career, including declining film roles from MGR and Satyajit Ray, her PhD research, and global cultural connections.
At the 12th Dharwad Taluk Kannada Sahitya Sammelana, leaders emphasized Kannada's primacy in administration, urged mandatory learning, and celebrated the region's rich literary heritage and unification history.
Ahmedabad Foundation Day highlights the city's enduring philanthropic spirit, from historic institutions like IIMA and SEWA to new cultural hubs and restored havelis, ensuring a vibrant future.