mahabharata

Thousands of transgender women participated in the Koothandavar festival, reenacting the mahabharata legend by marrying and then mourning the symbolic sacrifice of Lord Aravan. This annual event in Koovagam serves as a vital space for the transgender community to assert identity and foster solidarity, culminating in rites of widowhood and purification.

Hastinapur Ke Veer reimagines the early chapters of the mahabharata, focusing on the intricate relationships and looming fates of the Pandavas and Kauravas. Chandan Anand's performance as Shakuni is particularly noteworthy; he channels a devious genius who orchestrates events from the sidelines.

Thousands of transgender women, dressed in fine silk saris and adorned with traditional jewellery and flowers, participated in a symbolic mass wedding.

A sharp, satirical adaptation of Lysistrata, Ambaa flips the trope of women as causes of war, using humour and performance to foreground agency

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday launched a scathing attack on Raghav Chadha and two other AAP MPs who joined the BJP, calling the saffron party "shameless" and comparing it to the mythical demon Bakasura whose hunger is never satiated.

Swati Maliwal, once a close Arvind Kejriwal aide, now leads a significant AAP exodus to the BJP. Citing ideological drift and internal democracy's collapse, Maliwal's move follows a personal rupture after accusing a CM aide of assault. Her journey from loyalist to fierce critic culminates in a move that could reshape AAP's parliamentary presence, mirroring other early leaders' sidelining.

Step into the enchanting world of 'Hastinapur Ke Veer,' a mythological saga that explores the tumultuous childhood of the Pandavas and Kauravas. This series doesn't just tell a story; it imparts essential wisdom for life. Jiten Lalwani steps into the shoes of Dronacharya, the venerable guru whose influence is monumental in the shaping of these legendary figures.

Friendship is not the ease of shared laughter; it is the unrest of a heart that refuses to withdraw, even when hope has thinned. Valluvar had waxed eloquent on the beauty of friendship, so had Khalil Gibran. A chance encounter with a friend led to the author pondering over the true essence of friendship. Listen to this week’s episode to know more.

It took roughly 300 minutes and changed India, but the anniversary barely makes a ripple beyond worn-out memorials and a few residents keeping bits of its past alive

Hastinapur Ke Veer offers a fresh look at the early years of the Pandavas, exploring how these legendary figures were shaped. At the center of it is Toral Rasputra as Kunti, a mother whose strength, sacrifices, and inner resilience quietly guide her sons’ destinies.

Taapsee Pannu stars in Netflix's Gandhari, performing blindfolded action as a fierce mother seeking her kidnapped child. Directed by Devashish Makhija and written/produced by frequent collaborator Kanika Dhillon (Haseen Dillruba series), it reimagines the mahabharata queen's symbolism of loyalty and sacrifice. Swastika Mukherjee and Ishwak Singh co-star; release date TBA.

In Kerala, the dawn of Vishu signifies the astrological new year, celebrated with the enchanting Vishu Kani. This intricate display, encountered at sunrise, is a tapestry of hope and abundance, featuring the vibrant Kani Konna flower, an Aranmula mirror for introspection, and heaps of rice symbolizing prosperity.