INDIAN FOLKLORE
'Munjya' sequel update: Aditya Sarpotdar teases upgrades for the ghost character Filmmaker Aditya Sarpotdar, riding high on the success of his horror-comedy "Munjya," hints at a potential sequel with an upgraded version of the titular ghost. The film's success has garnered over Rs 20 crore in its opening weekend, prompting discu...
11 Jun, 2024, 04.33 PM ISTFrom 'Gangs Of Godavari' to 'Aranmanai 4': Latest South Indian OTT releases on Netflix, Prime Video, Hotstar coming in June If you're gearing up for a weekend binge-watch session, your search ends here! Are you a fan of South Indian cinema? Well, you're in luck! Whether you crave thought-provoking Malayali dramas or prefer the adrenaline rush of Tamil horror comedies (th...
03 Jun, 2024, 05.26 PM ISTSacred Games: How Indian mythology is taking over gaming consoles Indian gaming enthusiasts now have access to games rooted in Indian history and culture, like managing the Ayodhya Ram Temple's functioning and building the Vande Bharat Express. Players can immerse themselves in the world of the legendary Tamil emp...
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India shines at Cannes! Two debutant directors receive 1st & 3rd prize in La Cinef "Sunflowers Were The First Ones To Know" marks Naik's directorial debut. Naik, a former doctor turned director, is an alumnus of the Film & Television Institute Of India. The poignant film is inspired by a local folklore of Karnataka, depicting the ...
24 May, 2024, 04.49 PM ISTView: The gift-bearing Xmas tree and Indian art of the Kalpavriksh What makes our tree truly special are the distinctive nidhis, or treasures, it bears, configured in eight sections separated by hanging roots along its expansive, circular trunk. One observes bags filled to the brim and tied at their mouths with rop...
07 Jan, 2024, 12.06 AM IST5,000-yr-old Indian textiles exhibited at Azerbaijan's iconic carpet museum Located in the heart of Azerbaijan's capital Baku, the museum was originally set up in 1967 in the Juma Mosque in the Old City district of Baku.
14 Dec, 2023, 10.00 AM ISTAmazon Sale 2023: Make your home brighter this Diwali with 80% off on Home Decor Elevate your home's ambiance this Diwali with Amazon Sale 2023, offering an incredible 80% off on a wide range of home decor items. From stunning lighting fixtures to stylish furnishings, and festive decor to elegant wall art, you can transform your...
04 Nov, 2023, 06.16 PM ISTTop 7 Indian Mythology Books You Must Read Explore the enchanting realm of Indian mythology through a curated selection of books that unveil ancient legends, divine beings, and timeless wisdom. Immerse yourself in epic tales and gain profound insights into Indian culture and spirituality. Fr...
15 Jun, 2023, 11.21 AM ISTOnline games with Indian themes, characters becoming all the rage This trend, which follows the rising popularity of India-focused content — both contemporary as well as drawn from folklore and mythology — that is visible on television shows, music, animation and comics is pushing gaming companies to also follow...
22 Apr, 2023, 06.00 AM ISTOnline auctions to explore the metamorphosis of Indian art AstaGuru will be hosting two auctions — ‘Modern Treasures’ and ‘Present Future’.
19 Sep, 2022, 09.10 AM ISTThe gendered geographies of mother, lover, consort, goddess Today, we may be gender-sensitised to politically correct rhetoric. But in literature and art, Earth, nation, region and territorial control have long been feminised.
20 Aug, 2022, 11.00 PM ISTView: What draws corporate world to Himalayan Yogis and Siddha Purusha There is more to life than rationality. So we submit to tales of the Himalayan yogi and the Siddha Purush. No one in India will find this submission absurd, even if it is an elaborate cover-up for a fraud.
05 Mar, 2022, 11.07 PM ISTScientists are using new satellite tech to find glow-in-the-dark milky seas of maritime lore Milky seas are a rare nocturnal phenomenon in which the ocean's surface emits a steady bright glow. They can cover thousands of square miles and, thanks to the colorful accounts of 19th-century mariners like Capt Kingman, milky seas are a well-known...
27 Aug, 2021, 12.07 PM ISTMore Indians, including diaspora, heading to Ireland Ireland enables free access to the EU. Further, on acquiring Irish citizenship under the ‘Common Travel Area Agreement’ between Ireland and UK, individuals can live and work in the UK without requiring any further visa or work permit. This makes Ire...
15 Nov, 2019, 12.31 PM ISTFrom Long Meadow to Bramleys: Irish ciders are a piece of art, yet not popular enough among Indian folklore Cider can never really be high on alcohol because apples, even at their sweetest, are low in sugar.
06 Oct, 2019, 09.00 AM ISTFor the love of tradition: CIF organises ‘Sudama Breakfast' to shed light on importance of Indian culture Swami Advayananda, is revered worldwide for his vast knowledge both academic and spiritual.
19 Sep, 2019, 08.20 AM ISTNepal Army, wildlife officer dismiss Indian Army's Yeti claim On Monday, the Army claimed its mountaineering expedition team in Nepal found mysterious large footprints in the snow that they believe belong to Yeti, or the abominable snowman.
03 May, 2019, 05.55 PM ISTCultural potpourri: Temples, safaris and folklore ET-Panache Travel readers suggest the best cultural, scenic and romantic spots to visit this December. Take a look and make a plan.
24 Dec, 2015, 08.03 AM IST'Kothanodi' based on Assamese folklore gets European premiere A film based on events and characters from Assamese folklore is all set for its European premiere at the London Film Festival this week.
16 Oct, 2015, 12.09 PM ISTSheer bliss According to Irish folklore, St Patrick used the tri-lobed leaf to explain the Christian doctrine of the Trinity, of the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost, to his pagan audiences.
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