Category : Culture


Three-Century-Old Junga Palace in Shimla Gutted by Fire

A devastating fire has completely destroyed the historic Junga Palace in Shimla. The three-centuries-old heritage structure, once the seat of the Keonthal Princely State, was reduced to ashes. Read the full report on the tragic loss.

Haryana: Two Births, Contrasting Gender Celebrations

In Haryana, two families celebrated births in starkly different ways: one held a feast for a daughter, breaking tradition, while another welcomed an 11th child, a son, after 10 daughters. Explore the societal narratives.

Assam Book Fair ends with record Rs 7.4 crore sales

The 5th Assam Book Fair in Guwahati concluded with record sales exceeding Rs 7 crore. Books on singer Zubeen Garg saw massive interest, highlighting Assam's thriving reading culture. Discover the key highlights.

Srinidhi Chidambaram's 50-year Bharatanatyam journey

Celebrated Bharatanatyam dancer Srinidhi Chidambaram shares her 50-year journey, memories of unique gurus, and why she won't start a dance school. Discover her insights on art, career, and Chennai-themed performances.

Mumbai Queer Pride Month Begins with KASHISH Film Festival

Mumbai Queer Pride Month launches with the KASHISH Pride Film Festival on Jan 9, featuring award-winning LGBTQ+ short films. The celebrations culminate in the Pride March on January 31 at August Kranti Maidan. Join the visibility and dialogue.

The Real Meaning Behind 'Touch Wood' Explained

Explore the deep spiritual and psychological reasons why we say 'touch wood' for good luck. Discover its Indian roots, global parallels like 'nazar na lage', and why this ancient habit survives.

Viral Video: Man Hangs from Crane to Save Bird

A heart-stopping video shows a man dangling from a crane to rescue a bird entangled in wires. The act, hailed as pure compassion, has deeply moved netizens. Watch the story of bravery.

The Deep History and Evolution of the Term 'Woke'

Explore the rich history of 'woke', from its 1938 roots in African-American Vernacular English to its modern use by Gen Z for social awareness. Discover how a term for racial alertness became mainstream global slang.

Temples & Monuments on Indian Currency Notes

Discover the iconic temples and historical monuments featured on Indian ₹10, ₹20, ₹50, ₹100, ₹200, and ₹500 notes. A visual journey through India's architectural heritage.

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