New Delhi, February 19: India has been home to artists who have left an indelible mark with their craft. One such magician is Ram V. Sutar, known for his chiseling stones into lifelike sculptures of great personalities. His birthday is celebrated on February 19. Born on February 19, 1925, in a poor family in Gundur … Read more
Chennai, February 17: Tamil Nadu’s Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu presented the state’s interim budget for 2026-27 on Tuesday at the Fort St. George Assembly. The budget emphasizes welfare schemes, education, sports development, and cultural infrastructure ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. The minister announced that during the recent economic crisis, Tamil Nadu sent ₹197 crore … Read more
Kuala Lumpur, February 7: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently on a two-day visit to Malaysia, where he received a grand welcome. During his visit, PM Modi emphasized that India’s success is intertwined with Malaysia’s achievements. Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan praised Modi’s speech in Malaysia. The Vice President shared a video clip of the … Read more
Mumbai, February 7: In the realm of Indian classical music, certain names resonate deeply, weaving magic through their voices while preserving cultural heritage. One such name is Shobha Gurtu, revered as the Queen of Thumri. At a time when Thumri was fading and perceived as merely a dance accompaniment or a niche genre, Shobha Gurtu … Read more
Haridwar, February 6: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated on Friday that the disrespect towards Ram devotees is not just an affront to a single group, but to India’s cultural and spiritual heritage. He emphasized that the erosion of this heritage and values led Uttar Pradesh to become a hub of chaos, riots, and … Read more
Chandigarh, February 6: In a strong institutional commitment to the legacy of Guru Ravidas, the Punjab government officially launched year-long celebrations for the 650th Guru Purab on Friday. This initiative includes a clear plan for religious, cultural, and educational activities that will run across the state until February 20, 2027. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann inaugurated … Read more
New Delhi, February 4: Pandit Birju Maharaj is a name synonymous with Kathak, a classical Indian dance form that he brought to the global stage. Born on February 4, 1938, in the Kalka Bindadin gharana of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, he beautifully expressed the divine exploits of Lord Krishna through dance dramas such as Govardhan Leela, … Read more
New Delhi, February 4: On the birth anniversary of the renowned Hindustani classical singer, Pandit Bhimsen Joshi, several leaders, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah, paid their respects. Union Home Minister Amit Shah took to the social media platform ‘X’ to express, “Bharat Ratna Pandit Bhimsen Joshi brought Indian classical music to a global stage … Read more