Category: Festivals
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Krishna Janmashtami 2026: Celebrating Divine Wisdom
Krishna Janmashtami 2026: When Divine Light Triumphs Over Darkness Krishna Janmashtami, the sacred festival commemorating the birth of Lord Krishna, will be observed in 2026 on Friday, September 4, with traditional midnight celebrations and Nishita Kaal observances extending into the early hours of September 5. More than a celebration of a divine birth, Janmashtami recalls…
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The Evolution of Raksha Bandhan: Love, Responsibility, and Environment
Raksha Bandhan at India’s Highest Offices: A Celebration of Bonds, Childhood and Responsibility New Delhi, August 28, 2026 — Raksha Bandhan, one of India’s most cherished festivals celebrating the bonds of love, care and protection, was marked in a particularly warm and memorable manner this year as President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and…
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Ramayana: A Cinematic Epic for a Global Audience
‘Ramayana’: Can India’s Greatest Epic Become Its Greatest Cinematic Event? When an ancient epic that has shaped civilizations for millennia meets cutting-edge filmmaking, the expectations become almost impossible to satisfy. Yet that is precisely the challenge embraced by Ramayana: Part 1, director Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious adaptation of Valmiki’s timeless Sanskrit epic. Scheduled for a worldwide…
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Diwali 2026: New USPS Stamp Highlights Rangoli Art
From Rangoli to Recognition: How the U.S. Postal Service’s New Diwali Stamp Celebrates a Festival That Transcends Borders Every autumn, as daylight wanes across much of the world, millions of homes come alive with the warm glow of oil lamps, vibrant floral decorations, and intricate patterns adorning thresholds. The air fills with prayers, laughter, and…
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Discover Chandigarh’s Unique Tea Culture Celebrations
CITCO Turns International Tea Day Into a Citywide Celebration of Flavor and Tradition There are few rituals in India as universal — or as comforting — as a cup of tea. Whether it is the first steaming sip on a slow morning, an evening conversation over pakoras, or a quick roadside chai break between errands,…
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Cannes 2026: A Celebration of Cinema and Artistic Defiance
Cannes 2026 Opens With Glamour, Defiance, and a Love Letter to Cinema The 79th edition of the Festival de Cannes has officially begun, transforming the French Riviera once again into the global capital of cinema, celebrity, and artistic ambition. Running from May 12 to May 23 in Cannes, this year’s festival opened with the kind…
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International Jazz Day 2026: Chicago’s Global Celebration
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🎷 International Jazz Day 2026: Chicago Takes Center Stage for a Global Celebration of Unity On 30 April 2026, the world will tune into the vibrant rhythms of jazz as International Jazz Day marks its 15th anniversary with a spectacular All-Star Global Concert in Chicago—a city deeply woven into the fabric of jazz history. Organized…
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International Women’s Day: CITCO Honors Women in Chandigarh
CITCO Marks International Women’s Day with Lively Celebration at Hotel Mountview Chandigarh | March 10, 2026 The Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO) celebrated International Women’s Day on Sunday with a vibrant event at Hotel Mountview, honouring women across its workforce with music, dance, and spirited camaraderie. Celebration at Hotel Mountview The day began…
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Holi 2026: Trump’s Greetings on the Festival of Colors
White House Extends Holi Greetings, Celebrates Festival of Colors and Renewal Washington, DC, March 4, 2026 In a message marking the Hindu festival of Holi, the White House extended warm wishes to people celebrating the vibrant spring festival in the United States and around the world. In the official message released on March 4, 2026,…
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Experience the Vibrancy of Holi: A Festival of Colors
Holi: When India Turns Into a Canvas of Color, Music, and Joy By CitiTimes Editorial Desk There are festivals — and then there is Holi. For a few dazzling days each spring, India sheds its everyday rhythm and bursts into color. Streets echo with laughter, music spills from rooftops, and strangers become friends under clouds…
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PU Bans Holi Celebrations at Student Centre, Citing Safety Concerns
Panjab University’s Holi Ban: A Pause for Reflection on Campus Safety Chandigarh, India, February 28, 2026 Panjab University’s (PU) decision to ban Holi celebrations at the iconic Student Centre this year has stirred both nostalgia and debate among students and alumni. For generations, the Student Centre—affectionately known as StuC—has been the beating heart of campus…
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Republic Day 2026: Melodies of Valor at Vijay Chowk
Republic Day 2026: Indian Melodies Echo Through Vijay Chowk at Beating Retreat The historic Vijay Chowk in New Delhi resonated with soul-stirring Indian tunes on January 29, 2026, as the Beating Retreat ceremony marked the formal conclusion of the 77th Republic Day celebrations. Steeped in military tradition and musical grandeur, the evening unfolded as a…
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Experience the Grandeur of India’s Republic Day 2026
Glimpses of the Republic Day Parade 2026 in New Delhi 🇮🇳 India marked its 77th Republic Day with grandeur and precision as the annual Republic Day Parade unfolded along Kartavya Path in the heart of New Delhi. Against a backdrop of manicured lawns, flowing canals, and stately rows of trees, the parade brought together history,…
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Lohri Bonfire: A Celebration of Punjab’s Rural Roots
Discover Lohri: A Cultural Tapestry of Rural Punjab By CitiTimes Editorial Desk Lohri is one of Punjab’s most cherished festivals—a radiant celebration that arrives in the heart of winter, filling fields and courtyards with light, laughter, and song. Observed on January 13 each year, it marks not just the end of the cold season but…
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Midnight Magic: How Cities Celebrated 2026
A World United in Celebration: How the Globe Welcomed 2026 As the clock struck midnight across time zones, the world burst into color, sound, and joy to welcome 2026. From the first fireworks in the Pacific to the final cheers in New York, each city added its own magic to the global countdown, reminding us…
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Celebrate New Year 2026 at CITCO Hotels in Chandigarh
CITCO Hotels Ring In New Year 2026 With Celebrations At Mountview And Shivalikview Chandigarh, India, December 31, 2025 — CITCO (Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation) Hotels’ iconic properties, Mountview and Shivalikview, are set to host spectacular New Year’s Eve celebrations in Chandigarh. Guests can indulge in lavish buffet spreads and curated à la carte…
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Deepavali: UNESCO Recognizes India’s Festival of Lights
Deepavali Shines on the World Stage: UNESCO Honours India’s Festival of Lights By CitiTimes Editorial Desk New Delhi, India, December 10, 2025 At Delhi’s historic Red Fort, where centuries of India’s story are etched into stone, a new chapter was written. The 20th Session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee inscribed Deepavali, India’s magnificent Festival of Lights,…
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India Hosts UNESCO’s 20th ICH Committee: A Cultural Milestone
India Hosts the 20th Session of UNESCO’s ICH Committee: Inaugural Ceremony Sets the Stage in New Delhi India marked a significant cultural milestone today as it hosted the inaugural ceremony of the 20th Session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) in New Delhi. The week-long Session brings together global…
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Highlights from the 56th International Film Festival of India
The 56th International Film Festival of India: A Celebration of Global Cinema in Goa By CitiTimes Editorial Desk The curtains have drawn on the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), held in Panaji, Goa, from November 20–28, 2025. Over eight days, the festival reaffirmed its stature as one of Asia’s premier cinematic gatherings, bringing…
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IFFI 56: “Safe House” Captures ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal
Norwegian Film Safe House Wins the ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal at IFFI 56 The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), held in Goa, has announced its prestigious ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal winner for 2025: the Norwegian feature film Safe House. The award, presented annually in collaboration with UNESCO’s International Council for Film, Television and Audiovisual Communication…
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