Culture

'Bharat Parv 2019'- a melange of India’s rich culture, tradition and history

New Delhi [India], Feb 1 (ANI): Marking the celebrations of the 150th birth anniversary of Father of the Nation- Mahatma Gandhi, the fourth edition of ‘Bharat Parv’ 2019 showcasing the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat Shresth Bharat’ is being observed at the backdrop of the iconic Red Fort in the national capital that is witnessing huge turnout of visitors from nook and corner of the country.

2019-02-01T10:10:23.507535+00:00 IST

In Surat temple devotees offer live crabs to Lord Shiva

SSurat (Gujarat) [India], Jan 31 (ANI): Flowers, fruits, milk, sweets or coconuts are among popular offerings made by devotees to resident deities at Hindu temples. However, at a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in Gujarat city of Surat, the faithful have found an unusual way to pay their tributes with live crabs.

2019-01-31T18:05:51.947036+00:00 IST

Flower exhibition held in Tripura to revitalize floriculture

Tripura (Agartala) [India], Dec 31 (ANI): Indian state of Tripura, known worldwide for its production of sweet pine apple and rubber, is now gradually making a mark in the floriculture sector. To encourage floriculture among the new generation womenfolk, a flower exhibition-cum-competition was recently held in the state.

2019-01-31T16:36:10.258063+00:00 IST

Women find social interactions more rewarding than men

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 31 (ANI): A study led by Georgia State University on the brain mechanisms that determine the rewarding properties of social interactions now finds that women find same-sex social interactions to be more rewarding than males.

2019-01-31T05:33:04.051327+00:00 IST

Computer analysis shows popular music lyrics become angrier and sadder over time

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 25 (ANI): Have you noticed that popular music has changed over the years? Songs of 2019 are noticeably different from the music of the 1960s or 1970s. If you listen closely, it is not just the music that has changed, but also the lyrics.

2019-01-25T10:45:36.479187+00:00 IST

Agri-fair in Manipur emphasises on farmers' innovative ideas

Imphal (Manipur) [India], Jan 18 (ANI): Agriculture is the predominant occupation of the people of Manipur and the main source of livelihood of the region. It also forms a major share of the total State Domestic Product.

2019-01-18T12:38:18.581626+00:00 IST

Michelle Obama's 'Becoming' breaks record set by 'Fifty Shades of Grey'

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 18 (ANI): Two months since former First Lady Michelle Obama's Becoming hit the stands; it has become the most sold book on Amazon across all formats for 47 consecutive days.

2019-01-18T12:30:29.216594+00:00 IST

Kumbh 2019: Muslim who gives light to Hindu Akhadas

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], Jan 17 (ANI): In another shining example of unity in diversity, a Muzaffarnagar resident has been coming to the Kumbh Mela for more than three decades to help the Sadhus light up their tents.

2019-01-17T15:06:52.519736+00:00 IST

'Laurel and Hardy' to be soon revived as comic book

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 16 (ANI): American Mythology Comics on Tuesday announced that they will be launching a new Laurel and Hardy series later in the year featuring both new and classic material based on the beloved characters.

2019-01-16T12:57:24.091361+00:00 IST

In pictures: Pilgrims seek salvation at Kumbh Mela 2019

New Delhi [India], Jan 15 (ANI): One of the world's largest religious festivals, the Kumbh Mela kick started on January 15 at Prayagraj - formerly known as Allahabad - in Uttar Pradesh.

2019-01-15T14:17:44.018018+00:00 IST

Here's how Pongal is being celebrated in India

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) [India], Jan 15 (ANI): The four-day harvest festival of Pongal, is observed in the month of Thai and is being celebrated by Indians across the world, especially in Tamil Nadu.

2019-01-15T06:13:17.479206+00:00 IST

Assam gears up to celebrate 'Magh Bihu'

Guwahati (Assam) [India], Jan 13 (ANI): People of Guwahati are all set to celebrate the auspicious harvest festival 'Magh Bihu'.

2019-01-13T18:01:37.665469+00:00 IST

Arun Jaitley, Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi inaugurate 'Hunar Haat'

New Delhi [India], Jan 13 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and Minority Affairs Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Sunday inaugurated "Hunar Haat" at the State Emporia Complex.

2019-01-13T17:18:25.639103+00:00 IST

Fervor, food, fire: India celebrates Lohri

New Delhi (India), Jan 13 (ANI): Lohri was celebrated in Northern India with everything that the festival is known for- good food, bonfire, music, and high spirit.

2019-01-13T17:16:27.870216+00:00 IST

Compassion: Recipe for happiness and success

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 13 (ANI): People, nowadays are always on the lookout for a way to be happier. Try a little compassion.

2019-01-13T05:39:34.363634+00:00 IST

Indonesia, S Korea to open international coffee school

Istanbul [Turkey], Jan 13 (ANI): In a new initiative, Indonesia and South Korea have joined hands to open an International Coffee School in West Java in Indonesia.

2019-01-12T21:20:20.520150+00:00 IST

Assam: 3rd edition of 'Dwijing Festival' celebrated to promote river tourism

Guwahati (Assam) [India], Jan 11 (ANI): The great civilizations in the world have grown on the rivers and Assam is among the blessed region in the Northeast to have been located on the banks of mighty Brahmaputra and Barak River.

2019-01-10T21:19:10.066158+00:00 IST

Nagaland: Women society contributes towards plastic-free state

Kohima (Nagaland) [India], Jan 11 (ANI): With the rising menace of plastic pollution in the region, citizens of Nagaland have become cautious about plastic products and the government is working towards a plastic-free state.

2019-01-10T20:14:40.625985+00:00 IST

'Social media addicts similar to substance abusers'

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 10 (ANI): A recent research has found a connection between excessive social media users and drug addicts.

2019-01-10T11:24:08.265352+00:00 IST

Despite ban, this Odisha tribe continues to sacrifice animals, birds

Balangir (Odisha) [India], Jan 8 (ANI): Sulia, which is the biggest tribal festival marked by a mass sacrifice of animals and birds in Balangir district, was observed on Tuesday, despite a ban on the practice.

2019-01-08T17:57:06.060931+00:00 IST

Hyderabad: Markets flooded with colourful kites ahead of Makar Sankranti

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], Jan 8 (ANI): With Makar Sankranti around the corner, all streets of the Old City of Hyderabad have been beautifully decorated, while bright kites are flooding markets ahead of the harvest festival.

2019-01-08T16:04:14.109103+00:00 IST