Art & Culture

9th Bharat Utsav celebrates Indian Dance Heritage in New Delhi

12 Jul 2024 04:53 AM IST

The 9th Bharat Utsav, organized by Debadhara and supported by the Ministry of Culture, concluded successfully at the C. D. Deshmukh Auditorium, IIC, New Delhi. The two-day event, held on July 6th and 7th, showcased the rich cultural diversity of Indian classical dance forms and marked a significant milestone for

The Exhibition explored Humanity’s Celestial Harmony

12 Jul 2024 04:35 AM IST

Following the resounding success of “The Divine Elements Volume One,” acclaimed artist Divyaman Singh returned with the anticipated sequel, his solo show “The Divine Elements Volume Two,” which took the audience on an evocative journey, exploring the intricate coexistence of humanity with the celestial elements of the universe. Building on

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12 Jul 2024 03:21 AM IST

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Valley Queen Heritage Train Transitions To PPP Mode, But Why?

07 Jul 2024 13:49 PM IST

The Valley Queen heritage train service launched by the North Western Railways (NWR) in October 2023 aimed to offer passengers a scenic and memorable journey through Marwar. However, the initiative did not meet expectations, leading to multiple trip cancellations due to lack of bookings. Consequently, NWR has decided to operate

Marvel In Stone: The Amazing Balancing Rock Of Jabalpur

27 Jun 2024 16:15 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh is famous for its rich culture and beautiful natural places. In Jabalpur, there’s a special rock called the Balancing Rock that amazes people. It sits near the historic Madan Mahal and draws visitors from all over because of its incredible balance and interesting history. The Balancing Rock looks

From Cocoa to Confection: Evolution of Chocolate from Ancient Beans to Modern Bars

26 Jun 2024 16:20 PM IST

Story of chocolate as we know it today begins with the word “conche” and its verb form, “conching.” This process was a closely guarded secret in the valleys of Switzerland long before it revolutionized the world with melt-in-the-mouth chocolate bars. Rodolphe Lindt kept the conching process to himself for 20

Healing Through Creativity in Mental Health Treatment

03 Jun 2024 06:11 AM IST

Art has long been recognized as a powerful medium for expression and communication. For centuries, humans have used various forms of art to convey emotions, tell stories, and connect with others. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the therapeutic benefits of art, particularly in the realm

Flower as expression of transcendence

03 Jun 2024 06:11 AM IST

Monami passed BVA (Bachelor of Visual Art) from Indian College of Arts & Draftsmanship, Kolkata in applied arts in the year 2002, MVA in Graphics (Print Making) from Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata in 2006. She was interested in art making since her childhood. After completing Higher Secondary she took admission

Shaam-e-Izhar: An Evening of Expression

03 Jun 2024 06:07 AM IST

Step into a night where emotions flow freely and expressions come to life. ’Shaam-e-Izhaar’ by ghazal singer, composer and producer Nisschal Zaveri is an evening of celebration of the art of expression through music and poetry, where each moment is a journey into the soul. In today’s fast-paced, rhythm-oriented life,

Omkara Dance Festival and Parivartan Seminar Celebrate Generational Change in Dance

03 Jun 2024 06:06 AM IST

Manasa-Art Without Frontier presented a unique dance festival at the India International Centre, New Delhi. The event brought together two distinguished dance troupes from Odisha and Jharkhand, featuring Padmashri and Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardees, marking their debut performances in Delhi. The festival, conceived and curated by Guru Sharon Lowen, offered

Padma Shri Awardee Applauds Varanasi’s Wooden Toy Industry Surpassing Rs 40 Crore Mark

24 May 2024 17:47 PM IST

Godavari Singh, a well-known artisan, and recipient of the Padma Shri award, emphasized the extensive historical origins of Varanasi’s wooden toy sector, tracing its origins back millennia. This sector provides significant employment opportunities for numerous craftsmen. Previously facing near collapse, the wooden toy sector in Varanasi is now experiencing substantial expansion. Generating an annual

From Floors To Fabrics

17 May 2024 06:24 AM IST

Unexpected Ways to Integrate Checkerboard into Your Décor As designers, our quest for injecting personality and visual intrigue into spaces is perpetual. While classic design elements like florals and stripes always have their place, there’s something undeniably playful and sophisticated about the checkered pattern. Often associated with game boards and