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Topic: Festival

Anurag Basu to Lucky Ali—artists reacquaint Delhi with the fading tradition of storytelling

At the 18th edition of the Kathakar International Storytellers Festival, artists from the UK, Estonia, Poland, Israel, and India offered a window to their stories and cultures.

Abhijeeth Bhattacharjee & Prodyut Mukherjee are all set to host a festival in memory of Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali khan

The Prestigious, one of its kind festival has been conceived, curated and produced by Abhijeeth Bhattacharjee and Prodyut Mukherjee.

Water sports fest, fireworks near Assam Ramsar site trigger alarm over endangering birds, elephants

Conservationists say biodiversity at Deepor Beel wetland affected by raised water level in lake during Rising Sun Water Fest. Forest dept says level raised to improve water quality.

It’s Happy Diwali for economy despite inflation, recession fears. But seasonal joy must sustain

Moving holidays, like Diwali, deeply impact economic data. However, this should not be mistaken as a leading indicator of the long-term performance of segments.

Festive season spending likely to exceed $32 billion this year in India, survey estimates

LocalCircles survey found that 38% are likely to opt for online shopping while 49% will return to stores. One in every three households is predicted to spend over Rs 10,000 on festivities.

Rakhibazaar.com — Strengthening siblinghood by delivering rakhis worldwide

It is a blessing to have a sibling in your life, and it feels excellent when websites like Rakhibazaar.com is there to send 'rakhis' to the US and worldwide on your behalf.

Dabur Fem’s ad plays on fairness obsession. But it got Indians talking about LGBTQ at least

Dabur Fem's Karva Chauth ad might be rainbow-packaged conservatism. But chatter on LGBTQ+ community is key.

Reader View: There shouldn’t be ban on discounts by Amazon, Flipkart, let markets be free

YourTurn is our weekly feature in which ThePrint's readers share their views or opinions in response to the question of the week.

A quick tour through Bengal: Why the state doesn’t need Amit Shah & Modi’s lectures

To look closely at Bengal would reveal a truth that runs counter-flow to the BJP’s claims about the state.

On Camera

How Nehru defended restrictions on freedom of speech and the press

On 29 May 1951, Jawaharlal Nehru defended adding 'reasonable restrictions' to Article 19, arguing that free speech must be balanced with national security and unity.

Andhra proposes Rs 100-cr wealth fund, eyes Norway-style sovereign fund model to drive growth

Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav presented a Rs 3.32 lakh crore budget for 2026–27 in the assembly Saturday.

Top US military commander applauds ‘India’s tactical execution’ during Op Sindoor; adds ‘there’s lessons too’

On bilateral ties, Admiral Paparo said India-US ties have an exponential effect on deterrence, because it demonstrates a unity of purpose among us to maintain the peace.

The new Great Game—Trump’s playing for time, China for leverage & India for wiggle room

This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.