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The Pole and Aerial Sports World Championship is held every year and is organised by the POSA Pole Sports and Arts Foundation.

10 from Mumbai to represent India in Pole and Aerial Sports World Championship

December 08, 2025 3:16 pm

The Pole and Aerial Sports World Championship 2025 will be held in Budapest this week.

From mojari to paduka: 5 traditional men’s footwear that offer a glimpse into Indian culture and heritage

September 21, 2025 10:23 am

From the vibrant, royal flair of Rajasthani Mojaris to the humble spirituality of Padukas, these styles are living pieces of India’s rich heritage.

Historically, the traditional bindi was created using vermillion powder

The history of bindi and why it remains a powerful symbol of identity and tradition for Indian women

September 11, 2025 5:45 pm

By the mid-20th century, the bindi began to undergo a significant transformation.

Sonam Kapoor celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi in Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, honours the deep cultural roots of alta

September 10, 2024 12:21 pm

We explore the symbolism behind applying alta and why the colour red is considered auspicious

Tracing the roots of Banarasi saris: How Varanasi's pride became a wedding staple

August 07, 2024 12:29 pm

The Banarasi sari commonly uses motifs of jasmine flowers, marigolds, paisleys, animals and birds.

Why culture was recognised as a goal for the first time under India’s G20 presidency

February 28, 2024 11:04 am

This milestone marks a paradigm shift in the global development strategy as it underscores culture as a fundamental pillar for inclusive and sustainable development and recognises its impact on social inclusion and economic growth

India@75, Looking at 100: We need to look at art in context, not through a colonial lens

June 14, 2023 10:12 am

My wish for the next 25 years is that we acquire the ability to look deeper into our understanding of culture, both at a policy level and as consumers. Let us go back a few steps and try to retain the diversity of context, rather than allow one loud, monolithic narrative to overwhelm everything else

National Tourism Day: Did you know about these lesser known UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India?

January 25, 2023 3:19 pm

India offers cultural, historical, archaeological and natural tourism opportunities

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Indian culture and its temples synonymous, says Union minister Parshottam Rupala

December 18, 2022 6:49 am

Pointing out that Swaminarayan temples have been built in the US, England and in European countries, Rupala said it was a moment of huge pride “when we saw Brahmavihari Swami in the midst of Sheikhs of Abu Dhabi and the UAE inside a temple”.

Tech Panda x Kenzani are on a musical mission to carry India's culture forward, the electronica way

August 25, 2022 2:45 am

Tech Panda x Kenzani take us behind their one-of-a-kind music genre, explain their mission to "restore" Indian culture through Indian electronica, reveal their dream to be awarded the Padma Bhushan, and share their experience of working with Manish Malhotra, and muses for Mijwan Couture Show -- Ranveer and Deepika.

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World Dance Day: India's classical and folk dances (How many do you know?)

April 29, 2016 9:28 pm

On the occasion of International Dance Day, which is celebrated on April 29, here's looking at India's many classical and folk dances.

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Colourful kites hit markets ahead of Makar Sankranti festival

January 13, 2016 5:57 am

Varanasi, Jan 13 (ANI): Makar Sankranti is one of the most auspicious festivals celebrated with tartness on 14th January every year across India. It is also seen as the festival of kites. People across the city of Varanasi were seen quite enthusiastic about flying kites this Makar Sankranti. Kites of various colours, sizes and shapes ruled the market, with 'Modi kites' being the favourite for most of the kite lovers. The kite festival is also seen as a traditional celebration and keeping the Indian culture alive.