Gaden Phodrang Trust: The 14th Dalai Lama declared that the Gaden Phodrang Trust would be the sole authority to recognize his reincarnation, reaffirming his earlier 2011 statement. This announcement precedes his 90th birthday and reiterates Tibetan Buddhist autonomy in succession matters.The term ‘Gaden Phodrang’ originally referred to the Dalai Lama’s residence at Drepung Monastery in […]
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Ladakh Hosts Its First Astro Tourism Festival
Ladakh Hosts Its First Astro Tourism Festival: Ladakh marked a significant step in promoting science-based tourism with the successful conclusion of its first-ever Astro Tourism Festival in Leh. Organized by the Tourism Department of Ladakh in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bangalore, the two-day festival aimed to harness Ladakh’s unique natural advantages—such […]
India’s first-ever wooden Gurdwara
India’s first-ever wooden Gurdwara: India’s first-ever wooden Gurdwara, Sri Nanak Niwas, has been built in Fazilka, Punjab, inside the police lines. Constructed entirely from imported Finnish Deodhar wood, the shrine stands as a unique architectural marvel and spiritual sanctuary, attracting devotees from across the country and beyond. This one-of-a-kind Gurdwara was the vision of SSP […]
Shefali Jariwala, ‘Kaanta Laga’ Fame Actress, Dies at 42 in Mumbai
Shefali Jariwala, ‘Kaanta Laga’ Fame Actress, Dies at 42 in Mumbai: Shefali Jariwala, who rose to fame in the early 2000s with the iconic remix music video Kaanta Laga, tragically passed away late Friday night in Mumbai at the age of 42. Known for her strong screen presence and charm, Shefali’s unexpected death has left […]
Kolhapuri Chappal
Kolhapuri Chappal: India’s traditional Kolhapuri chappal makers have objected to luxury brand Prada’s 2026 collection, alleging unauthorised imitation of their heritage footwear design.Kolhapuri chappals are handcrafted leather sandals, known for their durability, intricate design, and distinct open-toe, T-strap structure.Traditionally made in Kolhapur and adjoining districts in Maharashtra and parts of Karnataka, such as Belgaum, Bagalkot, […]
Ambubachi Mela 2025
Ambubachi Mela 2025: Thousands of devotees are attending the Ambubachi Mela 2025 at Assam’s Kamakhya Temple, which celebrates the annual menstruation of Goddess Kamakhya, a key event in Tantrik Shaktism.Ambubachi Mela is an annual religious festival held at Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati. It marks the menstrual cycle of Goddess Kamakhya, symbolising the fertility of the earth. […]
Balkampet Yellamma Temple
Balkampet Yellamma Temple: Recently a donation of Rs 1 crore was made to Balkampet Yellamma Temple in Telangana. Balkampet Yellamma Temple is a Hindu temple located in Balkampet, Hyderabad, Telangana. It is dedicated to Goddess Yellamma, considered a form of Renuka, the mother of Lord Parashurama. It is also known as Yellamma Pochamma Temple. Its […]
Ghumot as the state’s heritage instrument : GOA
Ghumot as the state’s heritage instrument : GOA In 2019, Goa State Cabinet declared Ghumot as the state’s heritage instrument without monitor lizard skin which has sparked an aesthetics debate on folk music.Ghumot (or Ghumat) is a traditional membranophone percussion instrument that features in several religious and cultural practices of Goa.It is made with an […]
Poson Poya : Celebration In Sri Lanka
Poson Poya: Celebration In Sri Lanka Sri Lanka celebrated Poson Poya on June 10–11, 2025, marking over 2,000 years since the arrival of Buddhism on the island. Poson Poya is an annual Buddhist festival celebrated on the full moon day of June, second only in importance to Vesak in Sri Lanka. It marks the introduction […]
Keeladi Excavation Findings
Keeladi Excavation Findings: Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has stated that the report on the Keeladi excavations, submitted by archaeologist Amarnath Ramakrishna, is not yet “technically well-supported” and requires further scientific studies. Keeladi is a village in Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, situated along the Vaigai River, about 12 km southeast of Madurai. Excavations began […]
