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Massimo Dutti’s recent “tunic dress” over trousers sparked outrage in India, as it closely resembled the traditional kurta-churidar. Priced at Rs 12,000, the outfit drew criticism for cultural appropriation and a lack of acknowledgment of Indian craftsmanship. This incident highlights a recurring pattern of Western brands repackaging Indian designs without proper credit. India has been…
NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday launched a scathing attack against Prime Minister Narendra Modi for adding an “unprecedented and improper prefix” to Sri Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsadeva’s name while paying tributes on his birth anniversary.Mamata accused the Prime Minister of “aggressively displaying his cultural insensitivity to great figures of Bengal.”“Yet again,…
Dubai’s Sky Will Glow All Ramadan: Fireworks and Drone Shows Announced for 2026 As Ramadan 2026 begins from February 19 or 20, 2026, Dubai is rolling out one of its most ambitious celebration calendars yet, blending traditional spiritual observances with city-wide visual spectacles designed to unite residents, visitors and families after iftar every evening. From…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, raise their hands at the Indian diaspora event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while interacting with the Indian community in Kuala Lumpur, on Saturday, highlighted the deep cultural and emotional ties between India and Malaysia and praised the Indian…
NEW DELHI: India marked its 77th Republic Day on Monday with ceremonies across the country commemorating the adoption of the Constitution. The celebrations highlighted India’s democratic journey, cultural heritage and military strength. Kartavya Path in New Delhi remained the focal point of the national event, drawing top leadership, foreign dignitaries and thousands of spectators.President Murmu…
Image shared by TMC handle (Image/X) NEW DELHI: West Bengal’s ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Thursday accused the BJP-led Centre and Prime Minister Narendra Modi of policing people’s plates after the newly launched Vande Bharat sleeper train between Kolkata and Kamakhya offered only vegetarian food.The party alleged that the absence of non-vegetarian options on a…
CHENNAI: Expressing concern over live-in relationships ‘happening everywhere’ and calling it a ‘cultural shock’, Madras high court said women in such relationships ought to be protected by granting the status of a wife.“Live-in relationships are a cultural shock to Indian society, but they are happening widely everywhere. The girls assume that they are modern and…
Guwahati: After Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Assam last week ignited the poll atmosphere — striking at the heart of the state’s battle to protect its identity against infiltration from Bangladesh — Union home minister Amit Shah’s two-day tour beginning Sunday aims to pivot the narrative around state’s spiritual and cultural heritage, the…
Braids feel normal today. They show up everywhere, so familiar that we rarely stop to think about where they began. But asking where braids come from and why they have lasted for centuries opens up a story that is much older than fashion. Braiding started as something practical, a way to manage hair in daily…
Los Angeles, Dec 21 (IANS) Hollywood star Cynthia Erivo has said that the ‘Wicked’ films have been a “cultural movement”. The 38-year-old actress has played Elphaba in the movie adaptations of the hit musical. Hollywood star Cynthia Erivo has said that the ‘Wicked’ films have been a “cultural movement”. The 38-year-old actress has played Elphaba…
