Festivals & Events

R-Day Parade: Untold story of 1922 Genocide under British Rule illuminated by Gujarat Tableau

On April 6, 1919, British troops killed at least 379 unarmed demonstrators in Jallianwalla Bagh. An even more horrific massacre…

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‘Red represents something important for the Chinese New Year’: Read more…

Chinese New Year is one of the most important festivals in China and is celebrated across Asia as well as…

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Weird wedding twist ! Twinkle toes bride gets sidetracked: Groom ties knot with cousin

Dancing at a wedding function changed the lives of at least three people in Tamil Nadu’s Cuddalore district in just…

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Republic Day 2022: The selection process for tableaux

January 26 th in every Indian’s mind evokes patriotism and it permeates into the minds of even the young !…

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‘Indian Navy Band jams on Bollywood beats during R-Day rehearsals’ – Watch the video

In New Delhi, rehearsals are in full swing for India’s 73rd Republic Day parade on January 26. Each year, there…

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On Makar Sankranti, family feeds 365 dishes to future son-in-law

In Indian households, pampering the son-in-law and the future son-in-law is a ritual during celebrations and weddings. Families in the…

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R-Day parade to commence 30 minutes late , first time in 75 years .

For the first time in 75 years, the Republic Day parade will not start at the scheduled time of 10…

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Republic Day 2022: No foreign dignitaries are permitted to attend the parade

According to top government sources, there is little chance of a foreign guest being invited to the Republic Day event…

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Jallikkattu competition begins in Tamil Nadu; Teenager killed, 80 injured at Avaniyapuram

  Chennai: An 18-year-old boy was killed and around 80 others, including tamers, bull owners and spectators were injured by…

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Tamil Nadu begins its annual Pongal celebration with ‘Avaniyapuram jallikattu’

In Tamil Nadu, Avaniyapuram jallikattu began with over 300 bull tamers registering for the event on Pongal. Three events are…

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Kerala Govt changes Pongal holiday date after receiving letter from TN CM

  Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government declared January 14 as Pongal holiday in 6 districts, where there is considerable Tamil population,…

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‘Whole country is celebrating victory of your Satyagraha’: Rahul Gandhi extends Lohri wishes to farmers

  New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi greeted farmers on the occasion of Lohri on Thursday, saying that the whole…

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Centre says no to Kerala’s Republic day tableau of Sree Narayana Guru; Suggests to replace him with Adi Shankara

  New Delhi: Third time in recent years, the Union Ministry of Defence has rejected Kerala’s Republic Day float, even…

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PM Modi to inaugurate National Youth Festival 2022,virtually, today

  New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and address the 25th National Youth Festival today, on the occasion…

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Makar Sankranti: Devotees banned from taking dip in Ganga

  Dehradun: Amid the surge in COVID-19 cases in Uttarakhand, a ban has been imposed on devotees taking a dip…

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Makar Sankranti 2022: Understanding the impact of the Sun-Saturn conjunction after 29 years

Like every year, Makar Sankranti falls on 14 January this year, too. The Sun enters the constellation of Capricorn or…

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Leonardo DiCaprio’s new year’s gift; It’s a tree named after him!

Scientists have a surprise in store for Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio this new year. Yes, you read that right! The…

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‘Surya Namaskar’ should not be forced on Muslim students: Objections to the Centre’s directive

As the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) expressed strong opposition to the Centre’s decision to organize Surya Namaskar…

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‘Israeli military- Gaza militants’ welcome new year with rocket fire!

With the start of the new year, Israel and the Gaza Strip appeared to be engaged in a round of…

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China shows muscle power again ! MPs from India get threats of a different kind !

The Chinese Embassy has sent an angry message to Indian legislators who attended a meeting hosted by the Tibetan government…

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Sabarimala temple reopens for Makaravilakku; Witnesses huge rush

  Pathanamthitta: The Sabarimala Ayappa temple has reopened for the Makaravilakku festival on Friday. ‘Heavy rush was witnessed today in…

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Intelligence agencies warn of Khalistani attack on New Year’s Eve; Mumbai on high alert

  Mumbai: Amid intelligence warnings about a possible terrorist attack on New Year’s Eve, Mumbai is on high alert. In…

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State bans vehicle movement on New Year’s Eve

The Tamil Nadu police have banned vehicles from travelling on Chennai roads on New Year’s Eve. On January 1, the…

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Madras HC allows New Year celebrations in Puducherry, Liquor sale restricted

  Chennai: The Madras High Court on Wednesday allowed New Year celebrations in neighbouring Puducherry. However, the court directed that…

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Santa Claus, where are you right now? Track his location here…

It’s finally that time of year when the fun begins. Festive vibes have already begun to take hold as winter…

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A ‘detriment to culture’: ‘Western’ influences force country to cancel Christmas

The Chinese government, primarily composed of Chinese Communist Party (CCP), has ordered locals not to celebrate Christmas as it is…

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Sandy Santa! Odisha sand artist creates Santa sculpture with sand and roses

  Puri: On the auspicious Christmas eve, acclaimed international sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a huge sand sculpture of Santa…

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Plays piano with Tom Walker in Christmas special; Kate Middleton surprises audience

  London: Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, surprised Britons on Friday by playing a Christmas single on the piano.…

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Prime Minister to virtually address Gujarat Gurudwara’s  Gurpurab celebrations today

  New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually address the Gurpurab celebrations of Guru Nanak Dev Ji at Gurudwara…

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Central Vista: Last-minute preparations for Republic Day on Rajpath

The Central Vista Complex is getting its final work getting completed in a few days and the whole area is…

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Why Mexican Drug Cartels Worship Santa Muerte as their ‘Narco Saint’: Read more…

Occultism and crime make for a deadly combination, but they also make for fascinating stories. No matter what you call…

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Delhi bans gatherings for Christmas, New Year amid Omicron surge

  New Delhi: Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) issued orders to all District Magistrates and District Deputy Commissioners of Police…

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X-mas bells ringing early! 125 year old Church reopens after 30 years in Srinagar

  Srinagar: Ahead of Christmas, Saint Lukes Church, one of the oldest churches in Kashmir came alive after 30 years,…

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Procession carrying sacred ‘Thanka Anki’ set off to Sabarimala

  Pathanamthitta: The annual ceremonial procession, carrying the sacred ‘Thanka Anki’ (golden attire) of Lord Ayyappa for the Mandala Puja,…

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Goa wears diamonds to adorn herself! 60 years of Liberation is celebrated!

  Panaji: Diamond Jubilee celebrations were held in Panaji on Sunday to mark the 60 years of liberation of Goa.…

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