Indian Gen Zs Are Throwing Fake Weddings For Fun, Here’s All About This OTT Party Trend

Last Updated:July 06, 2025, 17:50 IST The Gen Z has moved away from the done and overdone cliche club nights. The hottest party trend they have started instead is a fake wedding party. These events feature full wedding setups minus the actual bride and groom. (Image: FreePixel) Forget club nights and sundowner parties – the…

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Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025: Traditional Odia Delicacies To Savour During Puri Rath Yatra

Dalma is a wholesome blend of lentils and vegetables, cooked without oil. It’s a beloved city specialty and gained fame after former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam personally requested it to be added to the Presidential menu. So popular is this traditional dish that a restaurant in the city bears its name. (Representative image: Shutterstock) A…

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Urdu In The Digital Era: How A Timeless Language Has Found A New Voice

Last Updated:June 21, 2025, 18:57 IST From melancholic ghazals to magnetic film lyrics and contemporary indie playlists, younger generations are rediscovering the lyrical power of Urdu. Urdu remains integral to Indian cinema, shaping mood and narratives. In an age driven by technology and social media, when languages are being diminished to emojis and abbreviations, Urdu,…

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“We’ll Always Promote Indie Artists,” Says Bir Music Festival Founder Ahead of Kick-Off

Last Updated:June 13, 2025, 10:59 IST Alakhananda Sharma, the founder of the Bir Music Festival, shares how the music festival aims to promote indie artists and preserve Bir’s culture. The Bir Music Festival is all set to kickstart from June 14. Nestled at the foothills of the Himalayas, the charming town of Bir offers its…

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