Sports & Culture

With the aim of strengthening the sports ecosystem of India in order to host the 2036 Olympic Games, Honourable Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya has urged corporates to adopt one sport during the first-ever corporate round-table conference in the National Capital. Dr. Mandaviya emphasised a vision to position India among...

As the much hyped Maha Kumbh 2025 began in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj earlier this week, the footfalls are increasing every day. The spiritual festivals is expected to draw over 400 million visitors. Using this as a golden opportunity to directly engage with the consumers and market their products, leading consumer goods brands are making...

As the much-awaited Mahakumbh Mela kicks off today in a grand scale after a gap of 12 years, the Uttar Pradesh Police (UP Police) and the state government are in full preparation to ensure safety and security of the devotees who are flocking from across the globe to attend the world's largest religious gathering....

Radico Khaitan Limited, one of India’s oldest and largest IMFL companies, continues to showcase its commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) by supporting exceptional sports talent and promoting holistic well-being. As part of its initiatives, the company is sponsoring four remarkable athletes transitioning to Delhi to advance their sports careers. The sprinters – Dolly Thakur,...

The All Indian Human Development Council (AIHDC) and Divisional Child Welfare Council, Gurugram, successfully organized the KHEL UTSAV Interschool Sports Meet for the academic year 2024-25, sponsored by Centrient Pharmaceuticals. The event, which was hosted by Maanas Shiksha school, took place on December 21, 2024, at Tau Devi Lal Stadium, from 9:00 AM to...

Sports in India has a very rich history. Even before the British invasion, sports was very prominent in various classes of society. Its popularity has gained famous sportspersons with a lot of love and appreciation. They serve as an inspiration to the youth, who are keen to follow them in every facet of life....

In a historic moment for the world of chess and Indian sports, Gukesh Dommaraju has become the youngest-ever undisputed World Chess Champion. 18-year-old Gukesh achieved this remarkable feat by defeating reigning champion Ding Liren in an exciting 14-game classical chess match held in Singapore on December 12, 2024. This victory broke Garry Kasparov’s record...

Uttarakhand (formerly known as Uttaranchal) was carved out of Uttar Pradesh on 9th November, 2000. Located in Northwest India, Uttarakhand is one of the most beautiful states crossed by the Himalayas. It is bordered by Himachal Pradesh, Tibet, Nepal and Uttar Pradesh. Uttarakhand is home to the four most sacred Hindu pilgrimages in India, which...

Gold holds a venerable position in Indian culture. Almost every significant festival, event or milestone in an Indian household is celebrated by purchasing some amount of gold. It has been estimated that Indian housewives hold about 11 per cent of the world’s gold, i.e. about 27,000 tons. To put this into perspective, the Reserve...

As Mumbai started celebrating its biggest festival Ganesh Chaturthi or Ganeshotsav on Saturday, over 62,000 idols were immersed in various water bodies in Mumbai on the second day of the festival on Sunday. As per the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), 62,569 idols were immersed in the sea, other water bodies and artificial ponds till...

Para-athletes are making India proud on the global stage as they continue to shine at the Paris Paralympics 2024, with the country’s medal tally reaching eight, comprising gold, silver, and bronze medals. Paris Paralympics will certainly be remembered as one of the best chapters in the history of India’s contribution to sports. India is...

Diversity and inclusion are necessary for creating a healthy company culture where employees belonging to diverse backgrounds feel welcome and respected. This also enhances employee engagement and productivity. Diversity is a great tool to encourage people to learn about various cultures and other’s viewpoints, which give birth to novel ideas and better decision-making. Research shows...