PoliticsAugust 15, 2026

kurta

KUR-tuh

Definition

A traditional, long-sleeved or sleeveless shirt or tunic worn in South Asia, typically reaching the knees or lower and often paired with trousers or pajamas.

Etymology

Derived from the Hindi/Urdu 'kurta', which comes from the Persian 'kurtah', meaning a collarless shirt or tunic.

In the news

The article frequently mentions the Prime Minister pairing his ceremonial turbans with a white kurta, highlighting it as a consistent element of his Independence Day attire.

Maroon, yellow-white Bandhani turban: PM Modi's Independence Day look grabs attention

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India Today

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