Culture

Aadi Mahotsav 2019 brings tribal culture and art to New Delhi

New Delhi (India), Nov 29 (ANI): A fortnight-long tribal festival -- Aadi Mahotsav -- which kicked off on a grand note on November 16 with the aim of celebrating the essence of tribal crafts, art, and culture is all set to conclude on Saturday.

2019-11-29T12:27:17.652984+00:00 IST

Pawl Kut festival celebrated with cultural fervour across Mizoram

Aizawl (Mizoram) [India], Nov 21 (ANI): Festive spirit gripped the northeastern state of Mizoram as people celebrated the most widely observed harvest festival, Pawl Kut.

2019-11-21T15:50:14.703420+00:00 IST

I like Shabana Azmi for her expression about unity, diversity: Mamta Banerjee at KIFF

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], Nov 15 (ANI): The eight-day Kolkata International Film Festival concluded on a grand note where the Chief Minister Mamta Banerjee praised the sincere efforts of chief guest Shabana Azmi for her "expression about unity and diversity."

2019-11-15T15:35:37.064436+00:00 IST

MLAs, children participate in 'Balsabha' at Vidhan Sabha

New Delhi (India), Nov 14 (ANI): Today on the occasion of Children's Day, a Balsabha was organised with 70 elected children who got an opportunity to interact with speakers and respective MLAs of their region.

2019-11-14T17:48:55.492863+00:00 IST

Google celebrates Children's Day with seven-year old's 'walking tree' doodle

New Delhi (India), Nov 14 (ANI): As India celebrates Children's Day to mark the birth anniversary of its first Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on Thursday, Google marked the day by releasing a dedicated doodle for the occasion.

2019-11-14T04:56:14.977641+00:00 IST

IAF team wins 13th NEC Tamchon trophy

New Delhi [India], Nov 12 (ANI): Indian Air Force (IAF) won the 13th edition of the Northeast Council Tamchon football match at Ambedkar Stadium in the national capital on Tuesday. The final match was played between the teams of IAF and SSPP FC.

2019-11-12T13:36:32.286589+00:00 IST

7th North East Festival concludes in Delhi

New Delhi [India] Nov 11 (ANI): The 7th edition of the North East Festival concluded at Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) lawns in the national capital on Monday.

2019-11-11T14:38:27.042913+00:00 IST

8th North East choral competition held in New Delhi

New Delhi (India), Nov 6 (ANI): Tangkhul Christian Charitable Trust (TCCT), a non-profit body for less-privileged masses, recently organised the 8th North East India Choral Competition under the theme 'Togetherness' at Thyagaraj Stadium in New Delhi.

2019-11-06T12:50:48.612839+00:00 IST

As air pollution levels soar, here's how you can take care of your furry friends

New Delhi [India], Nov 4 (ANI): As air pollution levels go off the charts, not only humans but pets are also facing the brunt of bad weather.

2019-11-04T14:23:06.684245+00:00 IST

Chhath celebrated with fervour, devotees offer morning prayers

Kanpur/Patna/Mumbai (U.P/Bihar/Maharashtra) [India], Nov 3 (ANI): On the fourth and final day of the Chhhath Puja, devotees in different parts of India thronged river banks to offer 'Arghya' to the rising sun on Sunday.

2019-11-03T05:03:25.735384+00:00 IST

Delhi celebrates Manipuri festival -- Ningol Chakouba -- with fervour

New Delhi [India], Nov 2, (ANI): Manipur has many festivals, which showcase the rich cultural and social values of its people. Among many such beautiful festivities, Ningol Chakouba is considered the most important one, which was celebrated with great fervour here on Saturday.

2019-11-02T16:03:15.190387+00:00 IST

Delhi to host seventh North East Festival from Nov 8

New Delhi [India] Nov 1 (ANI): The seventh North East Festival will be held from November 8 at IGNCA lawns in the national capital and will showcase cultural diversity and rich traditions of eight north-eastern states.

2019-11-01T10:16:57.985525+00:00 IST

Siliguri: Artificial ghats prepared for devotees observing Chhath Puja

Siliguri (West Bengal) [India], Oct 31 (ANI): Authorities in Siliguri have prepared artificial ghats for devotees observing the four-day Chhath Puja after the National Green Tribunal imposed a ban on performing rituals in the river.

2019-10-31T17:34:10.102725+00:00 IST

Chhath Puja: These Muslim artisans have been in Chulha-making business for decades

Patna (Bihar) [India], Oct 29 (ANI): Chhath Puja celebrated in Bihar with fervour by Hindus is also much anticipated by those from the Muslim community who are engaged in making earthen chulhas (stoves) for the festival.

2019-10-29T14:58:21.904980+00:00 IST

Diwali 2019: This festive season declutter your home for a 'cause'

New Delhi (India), Oct 25 (ANI): Festive season is here which means that celebrations are in the air! While everyone is involved in fun parties and exchanging gifts, there is also something else that forms an integral part of Diwali- cleaning.

2019-10-25T14:55:24.397130+00:00 IST

This Diwali decorate your home in a different style

New Delhi (India), Oct 25 (ANI): Diwali is around the corner, and it is celebrated with unequal zeal and pleasure all around the country.

2019-10-25T14:38:13.750120+00:00 IST

These delectable and unique sweets are making noise this Diwali!

New Delhi (India), Oct 25 (ANI): Bursting firecrackers might have taken a back seat this Diwali, but people have come up with unique options to hog on to delectable patakas and phuljhadi's which are selling like hot cakes in the market. Yes, you read it right - people are now eating crackers instead of burning them!

2019-10-25T11:43:25.801581+00:00 IST

Here's how you can make your four-legged friends feel at ease this Diwali

New Delhi (India), Oct 25 (ANI): While Diwali holds synonymity with crackers which bring cheer to some, the noise a big no for your furry friends!

2019-10-25T10:10:19.045248+00:00 IST

Markets decked up for Dhanteras, people opting for made-in-India over Chinese

Guwahati/Gorakhpur (Assam/UP) [India], Oct 25 (ANI): Diwali preparations are in full swing as markets all over the country are stocked with a variety of lights, and candles, among other fancy items!

2019-10-25T05:37:03.115992+00:00 IST

Happy Dhanteras : Five-day Diwali festival begins

New Delhi/ Surat (Gujarat) [India], Oct 25 (ANI): While the nation is already soaked in Diwali fever, Dhanteras on Friday officially marked the commencement of five-day-long festival of lights!

2019-10-25T04:30:49.598967+00:00 IST

Vaishnavite culture of Assam highlighted at 'Rasa Kriti' event

New Delhi (India), Oct 24 (ANI): Recently a large number of art lovers from the national capital witnessed the unique amalgamation of culture when the glorious history of the Vaishnavite culture of Assam was brought to the forefront in the form of dance-drama in an event called 'Rasa Kriti' at the golden jubilee celebrations of Jawaharlal Nehru University.

2019-10-24T13:21:05.300822+00:00 IST