Category : Culture


Thoreau's Legacy: Simplicity, Civil Disobedience & Nature

Explore the life and enduring influence of Henry David Thoreau, the American writer and philosopher whose ideas on simple living, civil disobedience, and environmentalism continue to inspire modern thought and movements worldwide.

Rajasthan Day: Folk Artists, Padma Shri Awardees Dazzle Jaipur

Jaipur celebrated Rajasthan Day with a grand cultural evening at Albert Hall, featuring over 100 folk artists and performances by Padma Shri awardees Anwar Khan Manganiyar and Tagaram Bhil. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and other leaders attended the e

Eid-ul-Fitr 2026: Complete Guide to the Festival

Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan with celebrations on March 20-21, 2026. Explore its historical roots, spiritual significance, traditional festivities, and heartfelt messages for family and friends.

Kanpur Temples Packed on Chaitra Navratri First Day

Kanpur witnessed massive crowds at major temples like Bara Devi and Tapeshwari Devi as devotees thronged to offer prayers to Goddess Durga on the first day of Chaitra Navratri. Elaborate security and traffic arrangements were in place.

Pune Muslims Gear Up for Eid-ul-Fitr Celebrations

Pune's Muslim community is preparing for Eid-ul-Fitr, likely on Saturday, with markets bustling, households cooking delicacies, and mosques arranging prayers. The festival emphasizes charity, family gatherings, and traditional customs.

Nagpur's Gudi Padwa: Festive Fervor Sweeps the City

Nagpur welcomed the Hindu New Year with vibrant Gudi Padwa celebrations featuring traditional rituals, processions, and community events. CM Devendra Fadnavis and actor Sai Tamhankar joined festivities at Laxmi Nagar Square.

Ahmedabad Art Exhibitions: Time, Connection, and Form

Explore three major art exhibitions in Ahmedabad: 'The Poetry of Time' by Humans Since 1982, 'Ehsaas: To Connect' group show, and Somenath Maity's 'Structures'. Featuring kinetic clocks, emotional art, and abstract paintings, these events run till early A

UNESCO Audit of Ahmedabad's Heritage Status Underway

A UNESCO-Icomos mission is conducting a high-stakes audit of Ahmedabad's World Heritage City tag, examining threats like the Kalupur redevelopment and preservation efforts for pol gates and dilapidated buildings.

Nowruz 2026: Spring Festival Endures Amidst War

As the vernal equinox marks Nowruz 2026, the ancient Persian festival of spring persists despite wars and political upheaval. Celebrated for over 3,000 years, it unites cultures globally, from Iran to India, with traditions like the Haft-Sin table and Zor

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