Tradition encompasses the customs and practices passed down through generations. It shapes identity and community values. In India, tradition influences festivals, rituals, and art forms. It plays a crucial role in social cohesion. Traditions can vary widely across regions. They reflect the diverse cultural heritage of the country. Understanding tradition helps appreciate the richness of Indian history and society.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in Bagurumba Dwhou 2026 at Sarusajai Stadium, Guwahati, a major cultural event showcasing Bodo heritage. The programme featured a synchronised performance by more...
The International Buddhist Confederation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, will organise the 2nd Global Buddhist Summit on 24 and 25 January 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New...
The two-day annual monastic festival of Spituk Monastery, known as Spituk Gustor, began in Ladakh. It follows a week of prayers and rituals dedicated to divine blessings for...
Sabarimala in Kerala is preparing for the annual Makara Vilakku festival, one of the most important events in the Ayyappa pilgrimage calendar. The observance coincides with Makara Sankrama...
Prabhas Patan in Gujarat preserves important epigraphic and archaeological evidence linked to the history of Somnath Temple. A 12th-century inscription, now protected by the State Department of Archaeology,...
The two-day Indian Lighthouse Festival 3.0 concluded in Visakhapatnam, denoting India’s lighthouse-led tourism, maritime heritage and coastal culture. The event also marked fresh announcements on museum development, port...
Kathputli, the traditional string puppet art of Rajasthan, remains one of India’s most recognisable folk traditions. In Jaipur’s Kathputli Nagar, generations of artisan families continue to make these...
Mumbai hosted the fifth edition of the Tri-Services Veterans Day parade at Marine Drive ahead of Veterans Day. The event brought together more than 500 veterans, including gallantry...
National Youth Day 2026 will be observed across India on 12 January to mark the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. The day is used to reflect on the...
Madhya Pradesh has announced that the newly notified Ratapani Tiger Reserve will be named after archaeologist and Padma Shri awardee Dr Vishnu Shridhar Wakankar. The decision links wildlife...
