PASADENA, Calif. -- Billions of Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and some Buddhists worldwide are preparing to celebrate Diwali, also known as the "festival of lights." This year, Diwali begins Thursday, Oct. 31 ...

India is one such unique country where one can experience many colourful festivals every month of the year! These vibrant festivals are full of happiness, hope, faith, lights, and positive energy. But ...

Their participation brings a cross-cultural element to the festivals lineup, aligning with Hornbills broader goal of celebrating cultural identity while encouraging creative exchange.By featuring ...

These events focus on social, scientific, environmental, and health-related campaigns that encourage participation from ...

From the creators of Echoes of Earth, Swordfish unveils an 18-day immersive festival that blends art, music, technology, and ...

PRAYAGRAJ, India — Several people were feared dead and many more injured in a stampede early Wednesday as tens of thousands of Hindus rushed to take ritual baths in sacred rivers at the massive Maha ...

At least 30 people were killed and another 60 injured in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh festival, a six-week Hindu festival and the world’s largest religious gathering. The stampede happened when ...

From beaches to hilltops, young people are driving a boom in literary events as they read more in India’s dozens of native languages. The Kerala Literature Festival, held in late January in the beach ...

Emma documented her experience at the popular Hornbill Festival, suggesting it showed a side of the country that is often missed by typical tourists.