Jukaru Festival in Pangi Valley Opens with Fervent Celebrations
byThe 15-day Jukaru festival has embarked in the snow-bound Pangi valley in Chamba district of the state. During this festival, residents of the valley…
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Dalai Lama cautions against fire breakouts damaging Tibetan heritage
byDharamshala: Expressing solidarity and offering his condolences to those who were affected by the recent fires in Serta Larung Gar monastery, the Lithang monastery and…
Himachal born Kavita makes a mark in British Art world
byKavita Sarin Dass, a British Indian artist, grew up in the Himalayan lands of Palampur, near Dharamshala. Painting being a passion with her for…
Thousands take holy dip on Makar Sakranti
byShimla: Thousands of devotees across Himachal Pradesh took a holy dip in various hot water springs early Tuesday morning on the occasion of Makar…
Master miniature artist Devender bags first prize
byShimla: Bringing alive the tradition of Pahari miniature painting, young artist Devender was conferred the best artist position at the north zone inter university…
Community Diwali for Himachali’s in Toronto, Canada
byToronto: Mountain communities wherever they move to have a sense of belonging to the land of their origin. Just to reconnect with the land…
3-Day Khuswant Lit Fest Ends in Kasauli
bySolan: The 3-day Khuswant Singh Literature Festival being organized in Kasauli came to an end on Sunday. The last day of the event saw…
PM inaugurates restored Humayun’s tomb
byNew Delhi: Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today praised the public-private partnership model that has restored the Humayun’s tomb here to its earlier glory. “I think…
Top 7 Places to Visit in India
byThanks to India’s rich history and cultural and geographical diversity, it has become one of the most popular destinations for exotic vacations. From temples…
Urdu lovers head to Red Fort, Delhi
byNew Delhi: Lovers of Urdu will get a treat at the Urdu Heritage Festival starting Sep 20 at the Red Fort here. Qawwalis, gazal renditions,…