Category : Culture


Ravi Varma's Yashoda and Krishna Fetches ₹167.2 Crore Record

Raja Ravi Varma's masterpiece Yashoda and Krishna sold for a staggering ₹167.2 crore at Saffronart's Spring Live Auction in Mumbai, setting a new record for Indian art. Billionaire Cyrus S. Poonawalla, founder of Serum Institute, acquired the historic pai

Leather Painting Emerges as Personal DIY Craft Beyond Workshops

Leather painting is transitioning from rare workshops to home experiments as people personalize old wallets, bags, and keepsakes. This demanding craft requires patience and intentional strokes, with designers noting its therapeutic and creative appeal.

Ekadashi April 2026: Dates, Significance, Rituals

Discover the dates, timings, and spiritual significance of Ekadashi in April 2026, including Varuthini and Mohini Ekadashi. Learn about fasting rituals, puja procedures, and mantras for worshipping Lord Vishnu.

Lucknow Churches Mark Maundy Thursday with Sacred Services

Churches across Lucknow held Holy Communion services on Maundy Thursday, commemorating Jesus Christ's Last Supper. Rituals included foot washing, sermons on gratitude, and choir performances marking the beginning of the sacred Triduum period.

Folk Song Reunites Man with Family After 30 Years

A Kumaoni folk song posted on social media helped reunite an Almora man with his family after three decades, when relatives noticed emotional comments and confirmed his identity through conversation.

Good Friday: Solemn Reflection, Sacrifice, and Hope

Good Friday is observed by Christians worldwide to commemorate Jesus Christ's crucifixion and death. It is a day of deep spiritual significance, marked by prayer, fasting, and reflection on themes of love, forgiveness, and salvation.

AIR Lucknow Celebrates 89th Foundation Day with Honors

All India Radio Lucknow commemorated its 89th Foundation Day with a vibrant cultural evening at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath honored notable personalities including dramatist Anil Rastogi and mountaineer Arunima Sinha.

Soch Ke Rang Art Exhibition Held in Jalandhar

The Soch Ke Rang art exhibition was successfully organized in Jalandhar, featuring diverse artworks from local artists. The event highlighted creative expression and community engagement.

Ahmedabad Exhibitions and Play Showcase Art and Hope

Ahmedabad hosts two art exhibitions and a play this week. Ekatram Group's show features 10 artists in diverse mediums, while Tanmay Shah's 'Borrowed Earth' reflects on climate. 'Every Brilliant Thing' explores depression with humor.

Weekend Exhibition Explores Food Markets in India

A weekend session at an ongoing exhibition delves into 'Market archives', documenting historic food markets like Chhatra Bazar in Cuttack and Mao Market in Kohima, offering insights into India's culinary heritage.

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