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‘Vande Mataram’@150: Ratlam Hosts a Day of History, Culture and National Consciousness
Ratlam event brings together historians, artists, journalists and students to reflect on the 150-year journey of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay’s iconic compositionRatlam, August 10, 2026:...
150 Years of Vande Mataram: The Song That Awakened a Nation
Few words have stirred the soul of India as profoundly as "Vande Mataram." More than a patriotic slogan, it is an expression of devotion...
From Medals to Motivation: PM Modi Honours India’s Commonwealth Games 2026 Heroes
New Delhi: The pride of India’s Commonwealth Games 2026 campaign came alive once again as Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted the country’s medal-winning athletes...
At IIT Delhi Convocation, PM Modi Urges Graduates to Keep Curiosity Alive and Strengthen India’s Research Ecosystem
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 57th Convocation of IIT Delhi on August 8, 2026, calling upon graduating students to preserve their curiosity, continue...
World Biofuel Day: Exploring a Cleaner Path to Energy
Every year on August 10, World Biofuel Day is observed to highlight the importance of biofuels as an alternative to conventional fossil fuels. The...
International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples~ Celebrating Cultures, Rights and Living Traditions
Every year on August 9, the world observes the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, recognising the rich cultures, traditions and contributions of...
Nagasaki Day: Remembering the Victims and the Price of Nuclear War
Every year on August 9, the world observes Nagasaki Day to remember the victims of the atomic bombing of Nagasaki in Japan in 1945...
August Kranti: The Call That Shook the British Empire
On 8 August 1942, at the Gowalia Tank Maidan in Bombay (now Mumbai), India took one of the most decisive steps towards freedom. The...
Praggnanandhaa Creates History, Clinches Maiden Saint Louis Rapid & Blitz Title
Indian chess grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has added another major achievement to his rapidly growing career, winning the Saint Louis Rapid & Blitz 2026 title...
Quit India Movement: The ‘Do or Die’ Call That Changed India’s Freedom Struggle
Every year, August 8 and 9 hold a special place in India's freedom struggle. In 1942, these two days marked the beginning of one...
Swadeshi Movement: The Call for Self-Reliance That Became a National Awakening
On August 7, 1905, India witnessed the beginning of a movement that would transform the idea of economic self-reliance into a powerful instrument of...
The Threads of India: Exploring the Country’s Most Famous Handlooms
India’s textile heritage is as diverse as its landscape. From the shimmering silk of Banaras to the delicate Jamdani of Bengal, the golden Muga...
National Handloom Day: India’s Living Weave of Heritage, Women’s Power and Global Reach
Every thread tells a story. Every motif carries a memory. And behind every handwoven fabric is a skilled artisan whose hands have preserved a...
Ghewar: The Sweet Soul of Rajasthan’s Teej Celebrations
As the monsoon showers bring relief to Rajasthan's arid landscape, they also usher in one of the state's most cherished festivals, Hariyali Teej. Alongside...
National Handloom Day 2026: Celebrating India’s Weavers and the Legacy of Swadeshi
Every year on August 7, India celebrates National Handloom Day to honour the country's handloom weavers, preserve its rich textile heritage and promote the...