The Forgotten Art of Rogan Painting in Gujarat—Practiced by One Family
In a small village of Kutch, Gujarat, a centuries-old art form survives in the hands of just one family. Rogan painting, once a thriving craft, is now practiced by a
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Janmashtami 2025: Krishna’s Birth Celebrated on August 16 Amid Tithi Overlap
Krishna Janmashtami 2025—the celebration of Lord Krishna’s divine birth—will take place on August 16, marking his 5,252nd anniversary. While the Ashtami tithi begins late on August 15, the main puja
Bengaluru Goes Yellow With Joy as Metro Expands
The launch of Bengaluru’s Metro Yellow Line has injected fresh energy into the city, blending excitement with optimism. From eager commuters in the IT corridors to bustling streets of Tier
Delhi Police Boost Patriotic Fervour Ahead of Independence Day
The Delhi Police has kickstarted pre-Independence Day celebrations with a spread of musical evenings, rallies, and flag drives—aimed at uniting citizens and boosting civic pride. These events, held at iconic
India to Celebrate 79th Independence Day on August 15, 2025; Theme “Naya Bharat” Emphasises Future Vision
India will observe its 79th Independence Day on Friday, August 15, 2025—marking 79 celebrations since the nation’s freedom in 1947. The theme, “Naya Bharat,” reflects the vision of a modern,
India Set for 30-Year Growth Spurt, Says IKEA CEO
India’s booming economy, combined with a young and expanding consumer base, offers “growth potential over the next 30 years,” according to IKEA India’s CEO, Patrik Antoni. He highlights the demographic
Arjun Tendulkar Gets Engaged to Saaniya Chandok in Private Ceremony
Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, has gotten engaged to Saaniya Chandok in a close-knit private ceremony attended only by family and close friends. The event was kept
The Odisha Village Where Walls Speak in Rice Paste Art
In a small village tucked away in Odisha’s tribal belt, walls aren’t just walls—they’re canvases that tell stories. Houses here are coated with intricate, white-on-red murals made from rice paste,
No Priests, No Fire: The Wedding Rituals That Set Coorg’s Kodavas Apart
Tucked in the misty hills of Karnataka, Coorg is known for its coffee estates, dense forests, and cool climate. But beyond the scenery lies a community with cultural practices unlike
Where the Bullet is God: Rajasthan’s Strange but True Motorcycle Temple
In the middle of Rajasthan’s dry stretches near Pali, there’s a temple that doesn’t worship a deity, idol, or saint. Instead, it revolves around a 350cc Royal Enfield Bullet. Locals
