Cultural Events India
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World Santoor Day in Delhi put the spotlight back on a centuries-old tradition
The third edition of World Santoor Day brought musicians, audiences and cultural enthusiasts together in Delhi to celebrate the legacy of Pandit Bhajan Sopori and the enduring place of the Santoor in Indian classical music. Continue reading
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What is Vesak? The meaning, traditions and global significance of Buddhism’s holiest festival
Sri Lanka has begun week-long Vesak celebrations, marking the birth, enlightenment and Mahaparinirvana of Gautama Buddha. Here’s what the festival means, how it is celebrated and why it continues to unite Buddhist communities around the world. Continue reading
