Assam: Sivasagar District celebrates 10th District Day with focus on heritage and development
Jul 07, 2023, at 07:28 pm
Sivasagar/Assam: Sivasagar, the historic district in Upper Assam, observed its 10th District Day with various vibrant programs aimed at showcasing Assamese culture and promoting tourism.
Butoh Dance workshop in Manipur unleashes spirit of transformation
Jul 05, 2023, at 05:16 pm
Butoh dance workshop held in Manipur, participants immersed themselves in the unique art form, experiencing a profound connection between mind, body, and spirit.
Assam based music community 'HouseArrest' promotes local artists and cultivates musical milieu
Jul 04, 2023, at 07:21 am
Guwahati/IBNS: Guwahati-based music community, HouseArrest, formed in December 2021, is making waves by curating captivating shows and promoting local musicians.
Panchajanya: Nandikar’s conch of success on its 64th birthday
Jul 03, 2023, at 11:39 pm
Panchajanya (the conch of Lord Vishnu producing the primeval sound of creation when blown) is about a foreboding, a stigmata and a moral imploding of right and wrong.
Jun 28, 2023, at 09:04 pm
New Delhi: Beginning Friday, the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) in New Delhi is organising a unique exhibition titled "Banking on World Heritage" by displaying banknotes depicting the world heritage sites listed by UNESCO.
IGNCA holds the first Brainstorming Session on UNESCO Memory of World Programme in India
Jun 21, 2023, at 05:36 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Memory is crucial for survival of humanity, said Union Minister for State for Culture and External Affairs, Meenakshi Lekhi in her address as the chief guest at the Brainstorming Session on UNESCO Memory of the World (MoW) Programme in India.
Interdisciplinary art exhibition 'Where The Mind is without Fear' amazes at BTU Gallery, Bangkok
Jun 21, 2023, at 09:38 am
Shillong/IBNS: The inter-disciplinary art exhibition titled 'Where The Mind is without Fear' took place on Monday at the prestigious BTU Gallery in Bangkok.
Tangsa Tribe's Wihu Kuh Festival: A vibrant celebration of cultural identity and harmony with nature
Jun 20, 2023, at 06:48 am
Nestled in the hills of Arunachal Pradesh, India, the Tangsa tribe annually celebrates the Wihu Kuh Festival, a vibrant testament to their cultural traditions and deep connection with nature. This lesser-known festival, marked by music, dance, and flavors, showcases the tribe's unity and reverence for the land.
Thai and Tai Khamti cultural teams captivate audience in Arunachal Pradesh's cultural exchange event
Jun 19, 2023, at 07:29 am
Itanagar/IBNS: In a captivating display of artistic prowess, the renowned cultural team from Thailand, led by Krit, and the Tai Khamti cultural team from Arunachal Pradesh enthralled the audience with their mesmerizing performances.
Jun 14, 2023, at 06:10 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The first day of the two-day International seminar on Ramayana in SouthEast Asia, organised by the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) in Delhi saw scholars exchanging views on the Indian epic Ramayana and its influence on South East Asian countries.
SVF Music introduces captivating track 'Palash', a tale of love
Jun 11, 2023, at 07:39 pm
SVF Music unveiled 'Palash', a mesmerizing track that showcases their commitment to innovative and diverse music.
Jun 11, 2023, at 06:21 pm
Srinagar/IBNS: Kashmiri lyricist Sagar Nazir, known for his famous song 'Zoon Mou,' has captured the hearts of his fans once again with his latest offering, 'Boya Aamy Beri Beri Nadas,' a poignant paddy harvest song. Sung by esteemed vocalist Rashida Akther, the song has quickly amassed millions of views on social media, showcasing the enduring appeal of Nazir's compositions.
Kashmir: Teacher turned calligrapher revives ancient tradition, empowers community
Jun 11, 2023, at 09:38 am
Srinagar/IBNS: Shazia Anees, an English literature teacher, discovered her passion for calligraphy during the pandemic. Her profound connection with the art form and her soulful creations have captivated locals and brought new energy to this time-honored tradition.
11-Year-old Kathak dancer Anvi Nagori sets new record for 100 spins in a minute
Jun 10, 2023, at 10:21 am
Guwahati/Assam: Anvi Nagori, an 11-year-old Kathak dancer from Guwahati, has made history by setting a new record for performing 100 spins in a minute, as recognized by the Assam Book of Records.
Music & Beyond: Nairobi gets a chance to enjoy a fusion of Indian and African music
Jun 10, 2023, at 04:30 am
Nairobi/IBNS: Nairobi resident with Kolkata connections, Ananya Pal, will be presenting ‘Music & Beyond’, at the Kenyan capital on June 10 this year as her contribution towards World Music Day (observed globally on June 21).
Jun 10, 2023, at 04:18 am
Mumbai/IBNS: Well-known musician, Pandit Prodyut Mukherjee, will be the showstopper at the first leg of the International Performing Arts Festival (IPAF) Season 3 to be held in Mumbai, according to the organisation.
Pemayangtse Monastery: A living monument of tranquility and tibetan Buddhism in Sikkim
Jun 08, 2023, at 08:45 am
Pelling, West Sikkim - Nestled atop a serene mountaintop in Pelling, the Pemayangtse Monastery stands as a testament to the rich legacy of Tibetan Buddhism.
Jun 07, 2023, at 11:30 am
Tenzin Metoh, a public health and engineering consultant in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, has embarked on a unique path. Alongside her government role, she has become the driving force behind Oro Bruk, a startup that breathes new life into the traditional clothes of her Monpa tribe, reported The Think.Co.
May 31, 2023, at 10:51 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Art can cohabit with bureaucracy and be more political than cultural, said renowned Italian art critic Achille Bonito Oliva as New Delhi's Bikaner House threw open a grand show of contemporary Italian art from May 26.
Colossal Corporation: The band taking music back to the 80s
May 25, 2023, at 05:52 am
Guwahati/IBNS: Guwahati-based rock band, Colossal Corporation, has been making waves with their magical music that aims to transport listeners back to the vibrant era of the 80s.
Panel discussion at International Museum Expo focuses on ‘De-museumisation of Indian Museums’
May 24, 2023, at 09:52 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Museums in India need to find a way to merge the tangible and the intangible heritages to make knowledge gathering more people friendly, according to Dr. Sachichidanand Joshi, Member Secretary, Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts.
Ruskin Bond unveils creative diary designed by 6-year-old Aavya
May 22, 2023, at 05:00 pm
Ruskin Bond unveiled a diary designed by 6-year-old Aavya M Bhutoria of Kolkata. The diary was unveiled in Mussoorie in the presence of her father Sundeep Bhutoria.
Special lectures and poster exhibition mark International Museum Day celebration by IGNCA
May 21, 2023, at 01:06 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Finding the 1,200 year old ‘cute little Nandi’ – the bull which is invariably seen in all Shiva temples across India – was like a fulfilment of his quest, said Padma Shri KK Muhammed, former regional Director of Archaeological Survey of India.
International Museum Day: Have you been to these 12 museums in Kolkata?
May 19, 2023, at 12:17 am
Kolkata/IBNS: With the summer holidays unfolding yet the heat making it impossible to visit outdoor places, why not visit the museums in your city, especially with the children?
Lidi Kro-U empowers Nagaland's cultural heritage; recognized by Prime Minister Modi on Mann Ki Baat
May 17, 2023, at 06:28 am
Nagaland's cultural heritage receives a boost, as Lidi Kro-U, a woman-led group, endeavors to revive and promote the traditional practices and values of the Angami Naga culture.
Archaeological & Heritage Gallery unveiled in Nagaland, showcasing ancient Naga history and culture
May 17, 2023, at 05:53 am
Kma/Nagaland: The State Museum, Directorate Art & Culture, hosted a momentous ceremony to inaugurate the long-awaited Archaeological & Heritage gallery, dedicated to the ancient Nagas, on Wednesday.
May 13, 2023, at 04:58 am
Yuksom/Sikkim: The maiden edition of the Sikkim Arts and Literature Festival (SALF) kicked off in Yuksom village with a call for world peace and the promotion of the state's culture.
May 12, 2023, at 07:46 am
Peducha/Nagaland: Salhoutuonuo Kruse, the Minister of Women Resource Development and Horticulture, emphasized the importance of revitalizing traditional weaving for large-scale production through the adoption of modern machinery, at a thanksgiving program held on May 6 at the Peducha village council hall.
Union Ministry of Culture organizes cultural exchange programme in Daporijo, Arunachal Pradesh
May 12, 2023, at 03:38 am
Daporijo/Arunachal Pradesh: The union ministry of culture organized a lively village programme under the banner of AKAM in Taksing village, located in the Upper Subansiri district of Arunachal Pradesh on Sunday.
Tagore's birth anniversary: SVF Music releases compilation of 10 Rabindra Sangeet
May 08, 2023, at 08:02 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: SVF Music has released a compilation of 10 Rabindra Sangeet, RNT Project, celebrating Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore's birth anniversary.