Venice came alive with colour, pageantry, and the Olympic spirit as the Venice Carnival 2026 kicked off with the theme “Olympus – The Origins of the Game.” From elaborately decorated floats on the Grand Canal to masked revelers in St Mark’s Square, the festival celebrates the city’s rich heritage, creativity, and mythological inspirations. The carnival runs from January 31 to February 17. PICS/AFP
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Shiva Keshavan, a former professional luge player, holds the unique distinction of being India's first winter Olympian. The now 40-year-old can rightly be credited for putting India on the winter Olympics map, and can be hailed as an inspiration to others around the country who wish to represent India at the global level. Pictures Courtesy/ Official Instagram account of Shiva Keshavan
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