All posts tagged: Indian Culture

Mohan Bhagwat says Partition migrants were ‘warriors’, not refugees

Mohan Bhagwat says Partition migrants were ‘warriors’, not refugees

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Speaking at the 75th Foundation Day programme of the Sindhu Education Society in Nagpur, Bhagwat said those who migrated from the newly created Pakistan left behind their homes, businesses, land and wealth accumulated over generations because they wanted to live in India, where they could practise their religion without fear. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Turkish actors Emin Gunenc and Ilsu Demirci get sherwani, saree as gifts from India; Arafta stars dance to Bole Chudiyan

Turkish actors Emin Gunenc and Ilsu Demirci get sherwani, saree as gifts from India; Arafta stars dance to Bole Chudiyan

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Fans of the hit Turkish drama Arafta: Bound by Fate are celebrating a delightful cultural crossover with India. The show’s lead stars, Emin Gunenc and Ilsu Demirci recently received special surprise gifts all the way from India, sparking a wave of excitement across social media platforms. The India connection didn’t stop there. Catching onto the infectious energy, the show’s popular second leads, Cagri Baylan and İlay Karatas, fully embraced the Bollywood fever. This unexpected intersection of Turkish drama and Indian flavour has given international fans a reason to smile. Emin Gunenc & Ilsu Demirci unwrap Indian gifts, Arafta goes global. Turkish stars meet Bollywood Emin Gunenc, who stars as the lead character Ates Karahan, was gifted a stunning beige-gold sherwani sent all the way from India. His co-star Ilsu Demirci, who plays Mercan, was also captured on camera excitedly unboxing her own present. She received a gorgeous red saree, appearing to be a beautifully crafted traditional Banarasi bandhani, and both actors seemed absolutely thrilled with their new outfits. The celebration of Indian culture didn’t stop …

PM Modi presents various cultural treasures to Vietnamese President To Lam

PM Modi presents various cultural treasures to Vietnamese President To Lam

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday presented a carefully curated selection of gifts — reflecting the country`s rich spiritual, artistic and cultural traditions — to Vietnamese President To Lam during his three-day visit to India.  The gifts included the specially developed Namoh 108 lotus, a handcrafted brass Buddha sculpture with a Bodhi tree motif, and exquisite silk fabric from Varanasi. Each item carried deep symbolic and cultural significance, showcasing India`s heritage and craftsmanship. Among the most distinctive gifts was the Namoh 108 lotus, a unique variety of India`s national flower developed by the National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) in Uttar Pradesh`s Lucknow. The flower is considered significant not only botanically but also spiritually, as it acts as a “living bridge” between India`s ancient traditions and modern scientific achievement. The lotus was specially developed with exactly 108 petals, a number considered sacred in Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. The number 108 is associated with meditation malas, sacred sites across the Indian subcontinent and several cosmic calculations in Vedic traditions, making the flower a representation of spiritual completeness …

Ramayana producer says Hollywood always depicted Indians as victims: ‘They didn’t appreciate our industry or culture’

Ramayana producer says Hollywood always depicted Indians as victims: ‘They didn’t appreciate our industry or culture’

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Filmmaker and VFX studio head Namit Malhotra has often said that his ambitious project, Ramayana, is meant to showcase Indian culture to the West in a way that Hollywood has never seen. Recently, at an event, Namit, who is producing the two-part Nitesh Tiwari film under his banner, said that the film originated out of frustration that there was no appreciation for Indian films of culture in the West. Namit Malhotra is the producer of Nitesh Tiwari’s epic two-part adaptation of Ramayana. Namit Malhotra on Ramayana’s genesis Speaking at an event organised by ET Now recently, Namit, who has headed DNEG, the VFX studio responsible for several Oscar-winning films, spoke about Ramayana’s genesis. “When I went to Hollywood, I saw that we had no real presence. They didn’t have any representation of our history or culture. I’ve spent the last two decades really trying to establish a foothold in Hollywood, and unlike other American industries like finance and medicine, where Indians have had success, they didn’t have an appreciation for our industry, our history or …

‘India Is Hindu Nation, No Constitutional Approval Needed’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat | India News

‘India Is Hindu Nation, No Constitutional Approval Needed’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat | India News

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Last Updated:December 21, 2025, 22:22 IST Bhagwat said the organisation has long believed that India is a ‘Hindu Nation’ because of its culture and the religious traditions followed by the majority of its people. RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat. (Image: PTI/File) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday highlighted the importance of Indian culture, saying that India is a “Hindu nation” and no constitutional approval is needed for the same as it’s “truth”. Speaking at an event marking 100 years of the RSS, Bhagwat stressed that India will remain a Hindu nation until Indian culture is appreciated in the country. “The Sun rises in the east; we don’t know when this has been happening. So, do we need constitutional approval for that, too? Hindustan is a Hindu nation. Whoever considers India their motherland appreciates Indian culture, as long as there is even one person alive on the land of Hindustan who believes in and cherishes the glory of Indian ancestors, India is a Hindu nation. This is the ideology of the Sangh,” he said …

PM Modi meets Indian origin tech entrepreneurs, community members in Johannesburg

PM Modi meets Indian origin tech entrepreneurs, community members in Johannesburg

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday interacted with Indian origin tech entrepreneurs and members of the Indian community based in South Africa and called upon them to deepen their engagement with India. PM Narendra Modi wrote on ‘X’, “Had a fruitful interaction with Indian origin tech entrepreneurs in Johannesburg.”(X/@ANI) Modi, who is in Johannesburg to attend the G20 Leaders’ Summit, in a social media post said he had a “fruitful interaction” with Indian origin tech entrepreneurs and they talked about the work they are doing in sectors such as FinTech, social media platforms, agriculture, education, healthcare, medical devices and more. “Called upon them to deepen their engagement with India and work closely with our people,” he said. The prime minister also met members of the Indian community based in South Africa who are actively working with different community organisations. “They shared their experiences on various issues and were very appreciative of India’s strides across different fields. Urged them to keep up the momentum with which they are enhancing people-to-people linkages,” he said. “Also asked them …

Rajinikanth REACTS on youth’s affliction to ‘Western culture’ while foreigners are interested in Indian heritage

Rajinikanth REACTS on youth’s affliction to ‘Western culture’ while foreigners are interested in Indian heritage

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Rajinikanth, in a recent interaction, had reacted and commented on Indian youth’s interest in Western culture and how foreigners find peace in Indian heritage. The actor had appeared in an event organized by his wife, Latha Rajinikanth. In his words, translated in the magazine Nakkheeran, the superstar said, “In this era of mobile phones, the youth and some adults are not aware of the traditions and culture of our country. They follow Western culture without knowing about the greatness and glory of our country.” As per the translation, the actor continued, “Westerners turn to India because they do not find happiness and peace in their traditions and culture. They say this is where they will find peace and joy and practice meditation, yoga, and natural living.” Moreover, the superstar also congratulated his wife for her efforts in creating awareness and explained how he prays her efforts would be graced by God. Rajinikanth made headlines recently after it was reported that Nandamuri Balakrishna is rumored to play a cameo in Jailer 2. While it hasn’t been …

French Montana: I fell in love with Indian culture from what I saw in the Bollywood movies

French Montana: I fell in love with Indian culture from what I saw in the Bollywood movies

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Mar 22, 2025 10:18 AM IST Moroccan-American rapper French Montana talk to us exclusively about his first India visit and the influence of Bollywood and Indian music on him  Moroccan-American rapper French Montana had his first visit to India recently and he is in awe of the country. “My visit to India has been great. I love the culture here. When I was a Moroccan kid, I fell in love with Indian culture from what I saw in the Bollywood movies back in the day. It feels great to be here and see the people. It’s overwhelming to see that I have so much love out here,” French Montana says. French Montana Ask him what sets the Indian fans apart and he says, “They just love so wholeheartedly. They are more intense with what and whom they love, and they’re not scared to show their love. They also have a lot of fun and they are happy for you. They love their artistes, and I’ve seen it first hand; it was great.” During his visit, …