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Proverb of the day from Spain: 'He who scatters thorns along his neighbor’s path should never walk barefoot at night; because the earth rotates...' Old Spanish saying explains why wanting bad for others hits badly on your own karmaSpanish proverbs, or refranes, have long passed down practical life lessons, and today's saying warns that those who intentionally harm oth...- The rise of India’s art collectives and how they are reshaping identity, access, and creative practiceAcross India, new art collectives are emerging, focusing on identity, heritage, and marginalized voices. Groups like The Confluence Collect...
- Stree is back: Actress Shraddha Kapoor takes over the internet as Lavani legend Vithabai in leaked Eetha teaserShraddha Kapoor's striking transformation into legendary Lavani performer Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar in the teaser for Eetha has tak...
- PM Modi's gifts: Muga silk stole for Italy PM, Ladakhi stole for Sweden PM, Kesar mangoes for UAE prezPrime Minister Narendra Modi presented unique Indian gifts to world leaders during his recent five-nation tour. Items included Muga silk st...
- 400-year-old Panzath festival in Kashmir revives community spirit and river conservationVillagers in Qazigund, Kashmir, are reviving the Panzath festival. This ancient tradition involves cleaning the Panzath Nag stream and ritu...
- Anand Mahindra mesmerised by this physically demanding Gujarati folk raas: What is this viral dance called?Anand Mahindra shared a heartwarming video of a grandfather teaching his grandson Maniyaro Raas, a vibrant Gujarati folk dance. The clip, b...
- Quote of the Day by Sir Walter Scott: 'Love will subsist on wonderfully little..'—Top quotes by the famous novelist known for the Waverley novels and IvanhoeQuote of the Day: Sir Walter Scott, a celebrated author, penned a timeless quote about love and hope. His words suggest love can survive on...
- Why Mamata Banerjee will win West Bengal: Swaminathan AiyarExit polls predict a BJP victory in West Bengal, but this analysis suggests otherwise. Mamata Banerjee is expected to return as Chief Minis...
- Gangaur 2026 Date: Puja timings, rituals, and why this festival of Lord Shiva & Goddess Parvati holds deep significanceGangaur 2026 Date: Gangaur 2026, a significant Hindu festival honouring Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, will be celebrated on Saturday, 21 ...
- Infosys Foundation’s Kala Dhwani art & culture fest in Bengaluru open till February 1Infosys Foundation: Building on the success of its inaugural edition, Kala Dhwani 2026 includes experiences from five regions of India repr...
- Diwali 2025: Exploring State-Wise Traditions, Legends, and Festivities Across IndiaDiwali, the Festival of Lights, shines differently across India, from Rama’s return to Ayodhya to Krishna’s victory over Narakasura and the...
- Northeast: NEIAFMR to be developed as the national hub for folk medicineUnion Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways and Ayush, Sarbananda Sonowal, along with the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Pema Khand...
- Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal assures Rs 200 cr investment for CSIR-NEIST in Jorhat to boost medicinal plant market of northeast IndiaThe Minister assured complete support for an approximate investment of Rs 200 crores to build capacity around the medicinal plant sector of...
- World Theatre Day: From 'Theyyam' to 'Bhavai' here are regional folk forms that are integral to Indian cultureOn World Theatre Day learn about several Indian regional folk forms that are important aspects of Indian culture.
- Amarrass Nights to host guitar impresario Harpreet, urban folk trio Radio Baghdad for musical event on March 11It will be held at 5 pm at the Sunder Nursery Amphitheatre in Delhi.
- Discover culture through music & dance: Fests that offer cultural insights are a major draw for touristsConcerts and dance fests that attract youth from across the globe.
- Move, over sight seeing: Relish India's cultural diversity with local tunes & dance formsConsidered a temple dance, Odissi is one of dance forms that has made it big outside the state.
- Bengaluru artistes give classic folk art a contemporary, urban touchThe artistes want to put something new on the city's culture map with vibrant folk art forms.
- From ancient times to now, Flamenco music fest has undergone a drastic transformationVerdiales is a form of flamenco that first developed century ago in the Los Verdiales olive-growing region north of Málaga, near Almogía.
- Go bird watching this season to the Rann of KutchSpot flamingos, the great Indian Bustard while you soak in festive cheer along with folklore.
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