Construction of the 158-ft Hanuman idol at Koradi, Nagpur, is at an advanced stage, with plans to invite Union Home Minister Amit Shah for its inauguration within three months. The idol will be the tallest in India at 188 feet including foundation.
A historic 300-year-old Mahashivling in Chandrapur's Bhiwapur ward became the focal point of Mahashivaratri celebrations, with 108 couples performing Maha arti amid Vedic chants and political dignitaries in attendance.
Nagpur witnessed a profound celebration of Mahashivratri as thousands of devotees thronged temples for rituals, fasting, and night-long prayers, creating a divine atmosphere across the city.
A grand Ramlila production will be performed in Moscow on February 20, featuring Russian actors in key roles. Supported by the Indian Embassy and cultural centers, this event highlights the growing cultural exchange between India and Russia.
Lakhs of devotees gathered at Ayodhya's Nageshwar Nath temple for Jalabhishek on Mahashivaratri, with extensive security measures including zoning, CCTV, and drone surveillance implemented.
Sikkim's annual ban on animal slaughter and fish import during Buddhist holy months will now extend to 55 days in 2026-27, with strict penalties for violations during sacred periods.
A rare centuries-old tradition was observed in Akola district on Mahashivratri as a self-manifested Shivling, buried 100 feet underground for most of the year, was brought out for public darshan near Panet village.
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Kanpur witnessed massive crowds at temples for Mahashivratri, with over 2 lakh devotees performing jalabhishek at Anandeshwar Temple. Special arrangements by district administration ensured smooth celebrations.
Prayagraj witnessed a massive spiritual gathering as over 30 lakh devotees took holy dips at Triveni Sangam and performed Jalabhishek at major Shiva temples during Mahashivratri, with robust security arrangements in place.
Ludhiana witnessed a massive turnout of devotees at temples on Mahashivratri, with special prayers, rituals, and festive fervor marking the auspicious occasion across the city.
The Sufi festival in Malerkotla concluded, leaving behind profound teachings of peace, harmony, and spiritual wisdom from revered saints for the community.
Varanasi celebrated Mahashivratri with massive devotion as over 5.46 lakh devotees visited Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The city's Shiv temples were packed, and vibrant processions lit up the streets.
Volunteers at the Bhoole Bhatke Shivir camp during Magh Mela have successfully reunited 3,379 individuals, including 117 children, with their families over six weeks. Most reunions involved elderly people from eastern UP districts.
Over 100 couples married on Valentine's Day in Alandi, Maharashtra, bypassing traditional astrological muhurats. This unprecedented trend in the pilgrimage town reflects shifting social norms and practical considerations among young couples.
The Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust's Mahashivratri gift exchange initiative connected 63 temples nationwide and internationally, fostering spiritual unity through shared devotional offerings.
The festival of Mahashivratri was observed with great devotion and traditional fervor in Kashmir, with devotees thronging temples and performing rituals to honor Lord Shiva.
Valentine's Day in Vadodara saw a unique intergenerational celebration titled 'Golden Hearts, Timeless Love' at a senior care facility. Volunteers organized games, music, and heartfelt interactions to foster companionship and joy across age groups.
Rajasthan's 2026-27 budget earmarks ₹15 crore for Shilpgram redevelopment but provides no funds for Ravindra Manch renovation, disappointing Jaipur's theatre community who have long demanded urgent repairs for the deteriorating cultural venue.
Archaeologists reveal that a blockade of South Indian merchants' voyages to China by Sri Vijaya kings around 1,000 years ago likely triggered the Chola dynasty's first major naval expeditions to Southeast Asia.
The 202nd birth anniversary of Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati was celebrated with grandeur and devotion in Chandigarh, featuring religious ceremonies and cultural events.
Thousands of devotees gathered at the Art of Living International Centre in Bengaluru for Maha Shivaratri, featuring meditation, bhajans, and Rudra Puja, with events held at 150 locations globally.
Professors Sipra Mukherjee and Mrinmoy Pramanick have been honored with the A K Ramanujan Prize for translating the works of Dalit poet Kalyani Thakur Charal into English, marking a historic first for Bengali translators.
The 7-day International Shivratri Festival in Mandi will be inaugurated by Deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri on February 16, featuring cultural parades with international troupes and local deities.
Thousands of devotees thronged Shiva temples across Goa for Mahashivratri, performing abhishek rituals. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant highlighted development at Harvalem, while milk sales soared by over 11,000 liters due to the festival.
The Syro-Malabar Church has issued a strong statement condemning the pasting of insulting posters targeting Archbishop Mar Joseph Pamplany in Ernakulam, calling the actions anti-Church and deplorable.
Joe Macken, a Queens-born truck driver, spent 21 years building a massive handmade replica of New York City in his basement. His 50-by-27-foot wooden metropolis, featuring up to one million structures, is now displayed at the Museum of the City of New Yor
Tens of thousands of devotees gathered at the Krishna River in Vijayawada for Maha Shivaratri, performing ritual baths and visiting temples amid elaborate arrangements.
Chitari artists from Cuncolim, Goa, are conducting public workshops for the first time to share their centuries-old craft, traditionally used in festivals like Shigmo and Ganesh Chaturthi, with the Museum of Christian Art and INTACH supporting this reviva