India's Pavilion claims the spotlight at Osaka World Expo
Jun 09, 2025, at 01:55 pm
New Delhi: At the ongoing World Expo in Osaka, Japan, the Bharat Mandap curated by the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) has emerged as one of the most popular attractions and secured a place among the top five pavilions.
'Feels like a tonic in my musical pursuits': Flute virtuoso Pandit Ronu Majumdar receives Padma Shri
Jun 03, 2025, at 03:24 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Renowned flute virtuoso Pandit Ronu Majumdar was conferred with the Padma Shri, the third-highest civilian award in India, by President Draupadi Murmu Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi at a Civil Investiture Ceremony recently.
Planet Word museum: Washington DC's ode to power of language
May 19, 2025, at 11:52 am
Planet Word is a one-of-a-kind, interactive museum in downtown Washington DC dedicated to the power of language and storytelling. Sujoy Dhar is blown away by the wordsmith of a museum
West Bengal Dance Group Federation felicitates Mamata Shankar on World Dance Day
May 13, 2025, at 05:29 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The West Bengal Dance Group Federation celebrated the World Dance Day with a felicitation ceremony of the Padma Shri winner Mamata Shankar, along with a Bihu dance from Assam and eleven other dance performances as well last month.
Apr 24, 2025, at 10:02 pm
Philadelphia (US): A spellbinding evening of spiritual fervour and artistic brilliance unfolded at the Bharatiya Temple in Philadelphia, as acclaimed U.S.-based Bharatanatyam dancer Urjani De took centre stage in a mesmerizing performance that left the audience awestruck recently at Philadelphia, USA.
Apr 16, 2025, at 05:46 pm
An exhibition titled "Frida Kahlo’s Month in Paris: A Friendship with Mary Reynolds" from Mar 29 to Jul 13 at the Art Institute of Chicago is the highlight of the cultural calendar in the American city, showcasing their connection and artistic works. Do not miss it if y0u are in the windy city any time soon, says Sujoy Dhar
Kiran Dixit holds exhibition of sculptures and drawings from Shantiniketan in Kolkata
Apr 14, 2025, at 06:20 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: An exhibition of the sculptures and drawings from Shantiniketan was exhibited by Kiran Dixit Thacker earlier this month at Birla Academy of Art and Culture in Kolkata.
Padma Shri award winner Sudarsan Pattnaik bags "The Fred Darrington" award in UK
Apr 08, 2025, at 12:49 am
Indian sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created history by becoming the first man from the South Asian country to win the prestigious "The Fred Darrington" award for his contribution to the art form.
Mar 18, 2025, at 03:08 pm
Paying their tribute to womanhood, Bhajan Samrat Padmasree Anup Jalota and GiMA award-winning percussionist Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee regaled the audience in a Hyderabad concert on the International Women's Day on March 8.
Prabha Khaitan Foundation celebrates 'Vasant Utsav' at Indian Museum Kolkata
Mar 15, 2025, at 05:37 pm
The central courtyard of the historic Indian Museum in Kolkata witnessed an ensemble of beautiful pulsating dance performances marking the 'Vasant Utsav' celebrations on the eve of Holi by members of Dona Ganguly’s dance troupe, Diksha Manjari, along with a free-flowing lucid narrative by culturist, Sundeep Bhutoria, evoking vivid imagery of the interplay of colours and expressions.
Musical concert 'Ami Bhalobashi Bangla Ke' to be held in Kolkata on April 19
Feb 20, 2025, at 06:19 pm
Making Bengal the best once more with Ami Bhalobashi Bangla Ke, concept of India’s Music Man Supratiek Ghosh is first-of-its-kind musical movement that unites legendary artists, emerging stars, and music lovers in an unforgettable sing-along experience at Science City Auditorium, Kolkata on April 19.
Classical Khon masked dance drama of Thailand mesmerises Kolkata
Feb 13, 2025, at 12:52 pm
Kolkata: Bathed in moonlight, the resplendent marble edifice stood like a mute witness to the passage of time, watching the scene unfolding around it, just as it has watched for well over a century.
A kiss in front of The Kiss? Vienna museum's V-Day offer is ode to Klimt's artistic masterpiece
Feb 10, 2025, at 01:17 pm
As Valentine's Day approaches, journalist Arnab Nandy shares his most recent encounter with the world's most famous kiss on canvas. Gustav Klimt's The Kiss at the Belvedere museum in Vienna, depicting a kissing couple in passionate embrace against a gold, flat background at the edge of a flowery meadow, holds your gaze.
Ministry of Culture’s Republic Day tableau celebrates ‘Virasat Bhi, Vikas Bhi’
Jan 22, 2025, at 09:42 pm
New Delhi: The Ministry of Culture’s Republic Day tableau will showcase India’s rich cultural heritage and the vast possibilities of sustainable development.
Jan 15, 2025, at 02:10 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The Calcutta Heritage Collective has launched its Chaitanya Library restoration and revival initiative with an evening of music and art at a city hotel in Kolkata, on Sunday.
Dalhousie Square: Timekeeping with Kolkata's British gems
Jan 13, 2025, at 11:13 am
Award-winning photographer Bijoy Chowdhury's 2025 calendar is an ode to the crowning glory of Kolkata's British heritage district-Dalhousie Square
Annapurna Devi: An absent protagonist
Jan 11, 2025, at 09:38 pm
Annapurna Devi, daughter of Ustad ‘baba’ Allauddin Khan, was a legendary figure in the music world even during her lifetime as she stopped performing at the prime of her creative genius. Award-winning filmmaker Nirmal Chander’s documentary 6A Akash Ganga throws light on her enigmatic personality, her tremendous contribution to Indian classical music and the story of love, sacrifice and betrayal, writes Shoma A. Chatterji
Aurko unveils Vakratunda: A universal peace anthem to celebrate 25 years of musical legacy
Jan 09, 2025, at 03:47 pm
Aurko, the iconic band that has been redefining music for 25 years, has announced the release of their latest single, Vakratunda.
Painter Samir Aich inaugurates 3-day art fair at Kolkata's Lake Club
Dec 22, 2024, at 06:55 pm
Adding to Kolkata's winter attractions of cultural calendar, a three-day art fair- Art Mela- got underway at the city's Lake Club on Friday to boost the commercial viability of the works of Bengal painters and sculptors.
Gatha - Tales of India: Exploring Culture, Heritage, and the Divine Feminine
Dec 20, 2024, at 02:26 pm
Independent research scholars Brishti Mitra and Tripti Soni, who did their Masters in Archaeology and Heritage Management from Ambedkar University Delhi, share about their initiative Gatha- Tales of India, an organisation that aims to raise awareness about the country's history, heritage, traditions and culture
Zakir-bhai was fond of the tonal quality of Kolkata tabla: Prodyut Mukherjee
Dec 17, 2024, at 09:51 am
Calling the passing away of tabla legend Zakir Hussain as one of the saddest day of Indian classical music, noted Kolkata-based percussionist Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee recalled his memories with the late musician and how he used to treat other artists with love and respect.
I am completely heartbroken: Amjad Ali Khan mourns Zakir Hussain's death
Dec 16, 2024, at 10:15 am
Sarod legend Amjad Ali Khan on Monday said he felt heartbroken and devastated after learning about the death of tabla icon Zakir Hussain at a hospital in the USA.
Indian tabla maestro Zakir Hussain dies at 73 in San Francisco, confirms family
Dec 15, 2024, at 10:57 pm
Indian tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, whose musical creations captivated people for generations, died at a hospital in the USA after suffering from ailments, his family confirmed on Monday. He was 73.
Pousali Banerjee's new single music video to release on Dec 16
Dec 14, 2024, at 02:56 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The new single music video of singer Pousali Banerjee will be released on December 16 from her official YouTube channel.
Dec 12, 2024, at 02:46 pm
Kolkata has witnessed four seasons of this music festival earlie under the baton of Sudipta Chanda, a noted cultural activist cum public relations officer.
Alive India in Concert Season 10 presents Zubeen Garg and Kunal Ganjawala
Dec 11, 2024, at 03:47 pm
Bengaluru/IBNS: Indian singers Zubeen Garg and Kunal Ganjawala are set to perform at the Alive India in Concert Season 10 in Bengaluru this month.
Dec 07, 2024, at 03:08 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The seventh edition of Kolkata's International Poetry Festival - Chair Poetry Evenings - began with its inaugural program at Bharatiya Bhasha Parishad on November 30.
U.S. Consulate Kolkata presents Native Jazz Quartet in Kolkata
Dec 06, 2024, at 06:16 pm
After performing at the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland, Native Jazz Quartet has performed at the Calcutta School of Music in Kolkata.
Actress Priya Bapat takes the stage with Indian Ocean
Nov 30, 2024, at 03:09 am
Actress Priya Bapat set stage on fire performing live with India's legendary band Indian Ocean as a part of their 35th Anniversary Tour earlier this month.
Nov 17, 2024, at 08:28 pm
Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma was felicitated by social worker and Sangitanjaly Foundation chairman Abhijeeth Bhattacharjee and percussionist Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee on the occasion of the 7th season of Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan National Festival of Music on Nov 16-17 at Ravindra Bharathi in Hyderabad.