Art & Culture

Early Life and Forest CallingBorn on November 5 (or 12) in 1932 in Solapur, Maharashtra, Maruti Bhujangrao Chitampalli, revered as “Aranya Rishi” or “Forest Sage”, felt a deep connection with nature from a young age. Influenced by his family and mentors, he pursued forestry at the prestigious Coimbatore Forest College in 1958 and later joined…

Honouring the Heartbeat of the Family on June 15 As the world prepares to celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday, June 15, 2025, the digital sphere is overflowing with heartfelt messages, touching quotes, expressive wallpapers, and thoughtful gift ideas. Observed on the third Sunday of June each year, Father’s Day stands as a global tribute to…

Introduction India has expressed strong condemnation over the recent vandalism of Rabindranath Tagore’s ancestral home, Shahjadpur Kachharibari, in Bangladesh’s Sirajganj district. The incident, which occurred on June 8, 2025, has sparked outrage in both nations, highlighting concerns over the preservation of shared cultural heritage. The Incident The altercation began when a visitor to the Rabindra…

A Day of Faith, Sacrifice, and Sharing On June 7, 2025, Muslims across India came together in large numbers to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha, the festival that honours Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. Also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice,” Eid-ul-Adha is one of the most significant days…

A Spiritual Gathering of Unprecedented Scale On June 5, 2025, over 1.5 million Muslim pilgrims from around the globe converged at Mount Arafat, marking the pinnacle of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. This sacred day, known as Yawm al-Arafah, is considered the holiest in the Islamic calendar. Pilgrims, dressed in simple white garments, ascended the rocky…

A Global Celebration of the Humble Potato On May 30, 2025, the world comes together to celebrate the International Day of Potato, a day dedicated to honouring the potato’s significant role in global food security, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture. Recognized by the United Nations and coordinated by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), this observance…

Celebrating Excellence Across Fields The Government of India has conferred the prestigious Padma Awards for 2025 upon 139 distinguished individuals for their exceptional contributions to various fields. Among the recipients are former Chief Justice of India Jagdish Singh Khehar, renowned Bharatanatyam dancer Shobana Chandrakumar, and acclaimed actor Anant Nag, each honoured for their outstanding achievements…

A Historic Blessing for Peace On May 11, 2025, Pope Leo XIV delivered his inaugural Sunday blessing from the central loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica, addressing a crowd of approximately 100,000 faithful. In his message, he fervently called for an end to ongoing conflicts, particularly highlighting the situations in Ukraine and Gaza. His appeal emphasized…

A Momentous Gathering in Vatican City On May 7, 2025, the College of Cardinals convened in Vatican City to elect a new pope following the passing of Pope Francis on April 21. This conclave, held in the Sistine Chapel, marks a pivotal moment in the Catholic Church’s history. The election process, steeped in centuries-old tradition,…

How Did Ayodhya Become a Religious Tourism Hotspot? The construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya has turned the city into one of the biggest religious tourism destinations in India. After the Supreme Court’s historic 2019 verdict allowing the temple’s construction, millions of devotees have been visiting the holy site. Since the temple’s sanctum sanctorum…