Odisha witnesses strong response to Gyan Bharatam Mission with 65,000 rare palm-leaf manuscripts registered for digitization. The initiative aims to preserve India's knowledge heritage through accessible digitization processes.
The Sahitya Akademi has recommended its highest honour, the Sahitya Akademi Fellowship, for three eminent writers: Pratibha Ray (Odia), Lakhmi Khilani (Sindhi), and Abdus Samad (Urdu).
Explore the life and work of T.S. Eliot, the Nobel Prize-winning poet whose groundbreaking works like 'The Waste Land' transformed modernist literature and continue to influence contemporary thought.
The annual Sri Cheluvanarayana Swamy Rathotsava was held in Melkote, Mandya, featuring special pujas and rituals for the deities and saint Ramanujacharya, drawing devotees from across Karnataka.
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Hanuman Jayanti falls on April 2, 2026, celebrating Lord Hanuman's birth. Learn key rituals like fasting, offerings, and chanting for protection and courage.
A grand Brahmarathotsava festival for Chennakeshava Swamy drew massive crowds in Hassan, Karnataka, featuring a chariot procession and cultural events.
Explore the intricate world of terrarium making in Kolkata, where artisans blend creativity with nature to create miniature ecosystems. This craft highlights the city's growing interest in sustainable and artistic indoor gardening.
Kakarla Mahesh owns a unique WWII-era air compressor used by the Royal Air Force in Madras. Discover how he saved it from scrap and restored it to working condition.
Padma Viswanathan, an Indian-origin translator, has been shortlisted for the Booker Prize for her work on a novel, highlighting global recognition in literature.
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Discover the essential rituals and Lakshmi Puja vidhi for Chaitra Purnima night in 2026, aimed at attracting divine blessings and prosperity into your life.
Ojas Art in New Delhi presents 'The Space Between' exhibition from April 3, curated by Anubhav Nath, featuring works by Siddhartha Das and Chiara Nath exploring spatial concepts through sculpture, textiles, and installations.
Discover five lesser-known facts about Kerala's Parassinikkadavu Muthappan Temple, from dog naming ceremonies to offerings of toddy and fish, showcasing its distinct traditions.
Surya Roy explores the profound spiritual truth about Lord Krishna's 'heart' hidden within the Jagannath idol, delving into ancient rituals and centuries-old mysteries.
Exploring the colonial legacy of English superiority through George Bernard Shaw's Nobel-Oscar win and the Higgins-Macaulay Complex, linking it to modern political trumpery and global conflicts under Trump's influence.
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Explore the hidden truth behind the multiple versions of the Ramayana, from Valmiki's original to regional adaptations, uncovering deeper spiritual meanings and divine perspectives.
The five-day Bhil tribal art exhibition 'Tribal Echoes' at Bikaner House showcased vibrant works by artists like Bhuri Bai and Lado Bai, blending tradition with contemporary expression through colors, dots, and folklore themes.
Discover the complete details for Chaitra Purnima 2026, including the exact date, shubh muhurat, Purnima tithi timings, and sunrise-sunset schedules for April 2026.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum in Gandhinagar, dedicated to Jain philosophy and values. The museum features over 2,000 rare artefacts and modern galleries, while Modi emphasized the Gyan Bharatam Mission for digitizing
A senior IRPS officer's classroom exercise with IIIT students shows how Tamil and Telugu translations treat mothers and sisters like objects, urging conscious language shifts at home for real gender equality.
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A monumental 108-foot statue of Bhagwan Swaminarayan as Neelkanth Varni has been consecrated at Delhi's Akshardham Temple, becoming the world's tallest one-foot-standing murti and adding a new spiritual dimension to the iconic complex.
A Russian artist sparked outrage by painting an elephant pink for a photo shoot in Rajasthan, leading to severe backlash from animal rights activists and authorities.
Discover which Hanuman temple to visit according to your birth date for spiritual benefits during Hanuman Jayanti 2026. This guide details temples across India for each birth number.
Explore five bizarre royal family protocols still strictly followed in 2026, including no-touch policies, separate travel for heirs, political neutrality, and packing mourning outfits for travel.
Urban sketcher Avidip Kundu documents Kolkata's heritage and atmosphere through live pen-and-ink drawings, capturing the city's vintage texture and disappearing details.
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As Calcutta Times marks 25 years, we explore Eco Park's evolution from marshy wetlands to Kolkata's beloved recreational hub, reflecting the city's cultural reinvention.
A Russian photographer's video of painting a Jaipur elephant pink has sparked outrage online, with netizens calling it animal abuse. The photographer claims organic, festival-safe paint was used.
As Calcutta Times marks its 25th anniversary, we explore how Kolkata's Currency Building and Metcalfe Hall have been revived from neglect into vibrant cultural venues through ASI conservation efforts.
Eikowa Contemporary's new exhibition 'Wild Grass' showcases rural India's dynamic evolution through art, exploring digitalisation, climate change, and migration.
Archaeologists in Thailand have uncovered a centuries-old Buddha statue containing a hidden collection of gold items, offering new insights into 1,300-year-old religious rituals.
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An investigation into VIP darshan practices questions if temples are commercializing faith, with Bhavya Shrivastav highlighting issues like paid shortcuts and long queues.
