South Korea's Korean Wave Surges in India, Shaping Youth Culture and Soft Power

February 15, 2026

South Korea's Korean Wave Surges in India, Shaping Youth Culture and Soft Power

South Korea's culture is booming across India with K-pop, Korean dramas, fashion, and food. From instant ramen in kitchens to BTS on streaming playlists, K-culture is more than a trend—it's a soft power force. This wave grows through digital platforms and global fandoms, influencing India’s urban youth and global cultural exchanges.

Displaced Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Herath, Rekindling Shared Hindu-Muslim Traditions

February 15, 2026

Displaced Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Herath, Rekindling Shared Hindu-Muslim Traditions

Kashmiri Pandits displaced by conflict celebrated Herath, a special local Maha Shivratri festival. Muslims recall shared traditions and past brotherhood. Leaders and communities join in festive greetings and prayers.

Displaced Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Herath, Rekindling Shared Hindu-Muslim Traditions

February 15, 2026

Displaced Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Herath, Rekindling Shared Hindu-Muslim Traditions

Kashmiri Pandits displaced by conflict celebrated Herath, a special local Maha Shivratri festival. Muslims recall shared traditions and past brotherhood. Leaders and communities join in festive greetings and prayers.

Expert Committee Probes Complaints on Korapuzha River Dredging; Work Halted

February 15, 2026

Expert Committee Probes Complaints on Korapuzha River Dredging; Work Halted

A government panel has been set up to investigate claims of illegal sand mining and unsafe sludge dumping during Korapuzha river dredging. The project is paused until the report arrives by February 21.

Mahasivaratri Draws Huge Crowds at Siva Temples in Chittoor, Annamayya, and Sri Sathya Sai

February 15, 2026

Mahasivaratri Draws Huge Crowds at Siva Temples in Chittoor, Annamayya, and Sri Sathya Sai

Devotees thronged Siva temples across three districts on Mahasivaratri for special prayers and pujas. Authorities managed the crowds and traffic efficiently.