World Water Day is celebrated on 22 March every year to highlight the importance of freshwater. The theme for 2025 is ‘Glacier Preservation’, emphasising the crucial role glaciers play in sustaining life.
From playing Raag Kafi at the Red Fort on 15 August, 1947, to bringing global recognition to the shehnai, he transformed it from a traditional instrument to a symbol of classical excellence.
Once a common sight, sparrows are now vanishing due to urbanisation and pollution. This World Sparrow Day, the theme ‘A Tribute to Nature’s Tiny Messengers’ seeks to rekindle human affection for sparrows and inspire conservation efforts.
PM Modi met India’s Special Olympics World Winter Games contingent in Parliament, congratulating them on their performance. India secured 8 gold, 18 silver & 7 bronze medals at the Special Olympics World Winter Games, held in Turin from 8 to 15 March.
In honour of Puneeth Rajkumar’s 50th birth anniversary, his family members distributed food at Kanteerava Studios, Bengaluru. Fans gathered in large numbers to celebrate their beloved actor, who passed away in 2021 due to cardiac arrest at the age of 46.
Following the Allahabad High Court’s directive, the ASI has begun the whitewashing of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal today.
Lewis Hamilton qualified eighth in his first race with Ferrari, while McLaren's Lando Norris claimed pole position for the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park.
Millions across the country celebrated the festival of colours, Holi on 14 Feb. Known by different names like Basant Utsav, Doul Jatra, Rang Panchami, Yaosang, and many more in various parts of India, the festival marks the onset of spring.
Holi, the festival of colours has begun across India with vibrant celebrations. In Gurugram, women performed Holi rituals on Holika Dahan, while people in Prayagraj and Jaipur marked the occasion with Phoolon ki Holi (Floral Holi).
With the festival of colours approaching, passengers in Patna crowd onto an overflowing train, rushing home to celebrate Holi with their loved ones.
Fans rejoice as men in blue lifts the Champions Trophy against New Zealand after 12 years on Sunday.
Shawn Mendes dazzled at Lollapalooza India 2025 capping off Day 1 with a power-packed performance and a special tribute to Team India for the Champions Trophy final.
From vibrant stalls to women-led railway crews and police celebrations, Bengaluru marked International Women's Day with enthusiasm and empowerment.
Devotees gather at Masjid to offer prayers on the first Friday of the holy month of Ramadan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives a warm welcome at Harsil, Uttarkashi, as he visits Uttarakhand. The state has launched a Winter Tourism programme to promote religious tourism, boost the local economy, and support homestays & businesses.
A landslide on Wednesday damaged the motor bridge connecting Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara and the Valley of Flowers National Park in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand.
A massive forest fire in Ofunato, a north-eastern coastal city in Japan has scorched 2,100 hectares, destroying homes and forcing hundreds to evacuate. One fatality has been reported as firefighters work to contain the blaze.
The 97th Oscars, held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles and hosted by Conan O’Brien saw ‘Anora’ win Best Picture, Mikey Madison win Best Actress for ‘Anora’, and Adrien Brody take Best Actor for ‘The Brutalist’, while India-set short ‘Anuja’ missed out.
The two-day 58th Statesman Vintage & Classic Car Rally in Delhi showcased iconic beauties like Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and Cadillac, celebrating timeless craftsmanship.
A rescue operation is underway in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district after an avalanche trapped Border Roads Organisation labourers. Officials reported that 57 men were initially buried under the snow, but 32 have been safely rescued so far.
President Droupadi Murmu enjoyed a jungle safari in Kevadia, Gujarat, during her four-day visit. She will also address convocations at the National Institute of Design and National Forensic Science University.
Fans wait as rain delayed the ICC Champions Trophy cricket match between Australia and South Africa, in Rawalpindi, Pakistan on Tuesday
Actors Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif take a dip at Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh Mela on Monday.
Over 6.82 lakh Olive Ridley turtles have gathered for mass nesting at Odisha's Rushikulya river mouth, surpassing the 2023 record of 6.37 lakh. Nesting began on 16 February.
The Indian team’s practice session at Dubai International Cricket Stadium ahead of their ICC Champions Trophy ODI against Pakistan.
Artists from various classical dance forms performed at the 51st Khajuraho Dance Festival inauguration in Chhatarpur, setting a Guinness World Record for the longest classical dance marathon.
Bangladesh opts to bat first against India as both teams begin their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign in Dubai.
PM Narendra Modi and Qatar's Amir, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, signed a Strategic Partnership Agreement at Hyderabad House, New Delhi today. The Amir arrived in India on Monday for a two-day visit.
View of MG Road Underground Metro Station, where tunnel work is in progress for the Namma Metro line connecting Shivajinagar to Vellara Junction, captured on Monday.
At least 18 people lost their lives, and over a dozen sustained injuries in a stampede that occurred Saturday night at the overcrowded railway station amid Maha Kumbh rush