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Culture Ministry to Showcase India’s Heritage at Maha Kumbh with ‘Kalagram’
The Ministry of Culture has announced plans to set up ‘Kalagram,’ a cultural village, in Prayagraj during the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela to showcase India’s diverse cultural and spiritual heritage. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, shared…
Tiruchanur Brahmotsavam 2024 Ends with Grand Devotion
The nine-day Karthika Brahmotsavam at the Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple in Tiruchanur concluded on a high note, leaving devotees in awe. The festival’s final day, observed on the auspicious Panchami Tithi, saw tens of thousands of pilgrims gather for a…
Vemulawada Temple to Undergo ₹127.65 Crore Transformation
The Telangana government has announced an ambitious ₹127.65 crore development plan for Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Temple in Vemulawada. Known as “Dakshina Kashi,” this iconic temple draws thousands of devotees each year. The comprehensive project, revealed on November 25, 2024,…
Tiruchanur Padmavati Temple Ready for Annual Brahmotsavams
The Sri Padmavati Ammavari Temple in Tiruchanur is all set to celebrate its grand annual Brahmotsavams from November 28 to December 6. This nine-day festival is a major event for devotees and will be organized with the same grandeur as…
Varanasi Celebrates Dev Deepawali with Fireworks, Laser Show, and Spiritual Splendor
Friday, 15 November 2024: The ancient city of Varanasi shone brightly as it celebrated Dev Deepawali 2024, an occasion known as the “Diwali of the Gods.” The event marked Kartik Purnima, drawing thousands of devotees and tourists to the ghats…
Jantar Mantar’s Historic Instruments Undergoing Restoration in New Delhi
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has started restoring two important instruments at New Delhi’s 18th-century astronomical wonder, Jantar Mantar. The restoration efforts focus on the Dakshinottar Bhitti Yantra and the Karka Rashi Valaya, located within the larger Mishra Yantra…
Ayodhya Sets 2 New Guinness Records with Stunning Diwali Deepotsav at Ram Temple
Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Ram, celebrated Diwali in a grand fashion this year with the Deepotsav festival, which saw over 25 lakh oil lamps (diyas) lit across the city. This year’s celebration was particularly special, marking the first Deepotsav…
ASI Completes Technical Survey of Jagannath Temple’s Ratna Bhandar
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has successfully completed a technical survey of the Ratna Bhandar, the treasury of the Jagannath Temple in Puri. This survey, which was initially scheduled to last three days, concluded ahead of time on September…
Join ‘Dekho Apna Desh, People’s Choice 2024’: Vote for Your Favorite Tourist Spots and Shape the Future of Indian Tourism!
The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India has launched the ‘Dekho Apna Desh, People’s Choice 2024’ initiative, and now it is your turn to get involved! This is your chance to vote for your favorite tourist destinations across India and…
PM Modi Invites Citizens to Share Ideas for ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on 29th September 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Mann Ki Baat radio program is scheduled for 29th September 2024. The government is calling on citizens to share their ideas for the upcoming episode. This platform allows people across India to contribute suggestions, stories, or…