Inside Amrit Udyan: When Rashtrapati Bhavan Turns into a Living Paradise

For most of the year it exists only in photographs memories and whispered recommendations Then for a few precious weeks it opens softly almost humbly inside the most powerful address in the country From today Amrit Udyan nestled within the Rashtrapati Bhavan complex is once again open to the public offering not just a visual spectacle but a rare emotional pause in the heart of New Delhi Open till March this annual opening transforms a seat of authority into a shared public space where schoolchildren elderly couples solo walkers and first-time visitors stroll the same paths once designed for imperial quiet Timings Access and the Ease of EntryAccording to the President s Secretariat Amrit Udyan will be open daily from AM to PM with last entry at PM The garden will remain closed on Mondays for maintenance and on March on account of Holi In a gesture that reinforces its

8 Feb 2026

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Kerala’s Kumbh Mela Draws Lakhs, Signals Ambition for Maha Kumbh 2028

For days and nights the Bharathapuzha did not merely flow it listened It carried prayers footsteps silence and surrender as lakhs of devotees gathered on its banks at Tirunavaya for what came to be known across the country as the Kerala Kumbh Mela On Tuesday the Maha Magha Mahotsavam drew to a close but the spiritual echo it left behind is far from fading The final day coincides with the Makam star in the Malayalam month of Magham a time believed to be especially potent for spiritual renewal As dawn breaks the river hosts the most sacred ritual of the festival the Magha Makam Amrita Snan bringing together ascetics seekers and ordinary devotees in a moment of shared faith The Power of the Amrita SnanAt am the Aarathi Ghat becomes the heart of the celebration Naga sanyasis clad in ash and symbolism step into the waters alongside thousands of devotees

7 Feb 2026

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India Is Set to Witness the World’s Biggest Tribal Festival at Medaram

From January to January the quiet forests of Medaram in Telangana s Mulugu district will transform into the spiritual heartbeat of India Millions will walk dusty paths cross streams and brave long journeys not for spectacle but for faith The Telangana government has announced that it will organise Medaram Jatara also known as the Sammakka Saralamma Jatara on a scale comparable to the Kumbh Mela calling it the world s biggest tribal festival But beyond numbers and logistics this gathering represents something deeper the soul of India s indigenous traditions stepping into the national spotlight This is not a festival born in palaces or temples of stone It rises from forests memory and resistance where belief flows without idols and divinity lives in nature itself The Sacred Story of Sammakka and SaralammaAt the heart of Medaram Jatara lies a powerful legend rooted in courage and sacrifice Sammakka and her daughter

24 Jan 2026

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When Hyderabad Hosted India’s First Hot Air Balloon Festival—It Was Its Moment in the Sky!

Imagine floating gently above the city the wind carrying you as history heritage and modern life unfold beneath your feet Dreamy right For thousands in Hyderabad this imagination became reality as the Hyderabad Hot Air Balloon Festival lifted off and concluded on January leaving behind memories painted in colour wonder and awe For three unforgettable days the city looked up not at skyscrapers or screens but at the sky alive with balloons and possibilities Hyderabad Turned Into a Skyward CanvasFrom January to Hyderabad transformed into a vibrant aerial spectacle as hot air balloons rose gracefully above its skyline Conceptualised by Telangana Tourism the festival quickly became one of the most talked-about winter events in the city It was not just about adventure it was about seeing Hyderabad from a new perspective slower softer and more magical As balloons ascended they turned the skies into a moving canvas of colours reflecting

19 Jan 2026

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'Cosmic Kaziranga' Opens a New Chapter as Kaziranga Adds Stargazing to Its Tourism Map

India has always been a land that tells stories through its landscapes stories of resilience rhythm and quiet magic Among its many natural wonders stands Kaziranga National Park a place where the earth seems alive with purpose Nestled in Assam along the fertile plains shaped by the Brahmaputra Kaziranga is more than a wildlife reserve it is a living sanctuary of balance Golden grasslands sway endlessly mist rises gently at dawn and life moves at its own ancient pace This is the land of the iconic one-horned rhinoceros roaming freely alongside elephants tigers wild buffalo and an astonishing variety of birds Every sunrise here feels like a blessing every trail a reminder that nature when protected thrives with quiet grandeur Kaziranga doesn t just show wildlife it teaches coexistence A Park Beyond DaylightWhile Kaziranga has long been celebrated for its safaris and conservation success it is now inviting the world

13 Jan 2026

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China’s City of Ice: How Harbin Turned Winter into Wonder!

While winter pushes much of China indoors the northeastern city of Harbin moves in the opposite direction stepping boldly into the cold and turning it into a celebration As temperatures plunge to nearly minus degrees Celsius Harbin begins constructing a second city beside the frozen Songhua River one made entirely of ice and snow This year the city is preparing for the largest edition yet of the Harbin Ice-Snow World marking the th year of a festival that has become synonymous with winter spectacle The park spans an area equivalent to football fields making it the world s biggest ice-and-snow theme park Illuminated castles towers and slides shimmer in neon hues while laughter echoes through the icy streets long after sunset For visitors it is not just a festival it is an immersive encounter with winter itself nbsp Built by Cold Carved by HandsThe Ice-Snow World is as remarkable for

6 Jan 2026

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Around the World at Midnight: 7 Cities That Turn New Year Into Magic

New Year s Eve is the only night when the entire planet seems connected by a single ticking clock As midnight travels from one time zone to another cities light up with fireworks music prayers hugs and promises whispered under the stars It is not just about changing calendars it is about leaving behind what weighed us down and stepping into what we hope will heal us grow us and surprise us Across continents and cultures people celebrate differently yet the emotion remains the same hope From skyscrapers to beaches these seven destinations capture the spirit of a global new beginning New York City USA Where the World Holds Its BreathIn New York City New Year s Eve feels like the heartbeat of the world Times Square transforms into a sea of lights screens confetti and millions of voices counting down together The iconic ball drop is more than a

29 Dec 2025

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Lights, Love & a Giant Tree: How Dortmund Becomes Christmas City Every Winter

Every winter as cold winds sweep across western Germany Dortmund transforms into something magical Known locally as Dortmunder Weihnachtsstadt the Dortmund Christmas Market is not just a seasonal attraction but a powerful symbol of community tradition and joy At its heart stands one of the world s largest Christmas trees a towering -meter marvel made from spruces glowing with nearly lights Since this iconic tree has been the emotional and visual centerpiece of Dortmund s festive celebrations drawing millions of visitors from across the world The Legendary -Metre Christmas Tree on HansaplatzThe moment one steps into Hansaplatz the scale of Dortmund s Christmas spirit becomes impossible to ignore The massive tree rises like a ray of warmth against the dark winter sky its lights reflecting in the eyes of children and adults alike Built carefully from hundreds of individual spruce trees the structure is both an engineering feat and a

25 Dec 2025

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When Bengaluru’s Heart Bloomed: Inside the Cubbon Park Flower Show

Bengaluru has long been known as the Garden City a title earned through its tree-lined avenues lush green spaces and iconic public parks While Lalbagh has proudly carried the city s floral identity for decades through its Republic Day and Independence Day flower shows a new chapter has begun Cubbon Park one of Bengaluru s oldest and most cherished green spaces has opened its gates to its first-ever -day flower show Running from November to December the event blends the spirit of Children s Day and Karnataka Rajyotsava giving visitors a colorful cultural and nature-filled experience in the very center of the city The transformation of Cubbon Park into a floral corridor marks not just an event but the birth of a new annual tradition for Bengaluru Cubbon Park s Historic Grounds Meet a Fresh Cultural CelebrationTo understand the significance of this event it is important to revisit the legacy

1 Dec 2025

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