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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
Hyderabad Celebrates Sankranti with Bhogi and Kite Flying
Hyderabad residents celebrate Sankranti with Bhogi bonfires, kite flying, and community gatherings. Festivities bring neighbours together across the city.
Ukraine's Digital Library at World Book Fair
At the World Book Fair in Delhi, Ukraine's stall offers only digital books via QR codes due to war. Authors and officials explain the cultural boom amid conflict.
Roman Wine More Complex Than Previously Thought
New archaeological research reveals Roman wine was surprisingly refined, with spicy, nutty flavors and sophisticated production methods using clay jars called dolia.
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Bengaluru Festival Aims to Revive City's Lost Heritage & Culture
Retired IPS officer Jija Harisingh launches Creative City Bengaluru festival to combat fading memories of the city's gardens, heritage, and soul amid rapid tech growth.
Buxar's Makar Sankranti Festivities Feature Kite Flying and Cultural Shows
Buxar district celebrated Makar Sankranti with vibrant kite flying competitions and cultural programmes at historic Sipahi Ghat. Officials and children participated enthusiastically in various activities.
Bhogi Celebrated with Fervour Across Andhra Pradesh
Bhogi, the first day of Sankranti, was celebrated across Andhra Pradesh with bonfires, folk performances, and special temple events, including a massive 1,000-foot garland in Konaseema.
Free Taj Mahal Entry for Shah Jahan's Urs Jan 15-17
Visitors can enter the Taj Mahal for free from January 15 to 17 during the 371st Urs of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Special access to the basement graves and cultural events are planned.
Uttarayani Fair Draws Devotees to Bageshwar for Holy Dip
Thousands of devotees gathered at the Sarayu-Gomti confluence in Bageshwar for the Uttarayani Fair, marking Makar Sankranti with prayers and a holy dip. The fair also commemorates the historic 1921 movement against forced labour.
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Odisha Pushes UNESCO Status for Diamond Triangle Sites
Odisha government, with ASI and Union Culture Ministry support, seeks UNESCO World Heritage status for Lalitgiri, Ratnagiri, and Udayagiri Buddhist sites. Deputy CM announces plans to revive ancient Pushpagiri University.
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