Art & Culture Current Affairs
Bathouism Recognized as an Official Religion in Assam’s BTR
The Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) government in Assam has recently included Bathouism as an official religion option in various application forms. This decision has garnered praise from experts in the field of Bodo culture and traditional faith. Union Home Minister ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
Mising Tribe Celebrates Ali Ai Ligang Festival
The Mising tribe, Assam’s largest tribal community, recently celebrated the Ali Ai Ligang festival. This festival marks the beginning of the sowing season and is deeply rooted in the agricultural traditions of the Mising people. Celebrated on the first Wednesday ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
Kalyana Chalukyas
Recent archaeological discoveries in Kankal village, Vikarabad district, have revealed three Kannada inscriptions from the Kalyana Chalukya era. The inscriptions date back to the reign of Emperor Someswara-III Bhulokamalladeva, specifically from 1129 to 1132 CE. They document events, including temple ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0
The Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0 is cultural event aimed at strengthening the ties between Tamil Nadu and Kashi. It commenced on 15th February 2025, with a special train flagged off from Chennai. This event celebrates the contributions of Sage Agasthyar ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
India’s Cultural Diplomacy at AI Action Summit in France
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently attended the AI Action Summit in Paris, where he engaged in cultural diplomacy. During his meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron and US Vice President J.D. Vance, Modi presented carefully selected gifts that reflect India’s ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
Illustrations in the Constitution of India
On February 11, 2025, there was a lot of debate in Parliament about 22 illustrations in the Constitution. BJP MP Radha Mohan Das Agrawal said during the Zero Hour that most copies of the Constitution being sold today do not ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
Etikoppaka Bommalu
Etikoppaka Bommalu is a traditional wooden toy craft from Andhra Pradesh. Recently showcased during the 76th Republic Day parade, these toys represent a blend of cultural heritage and sustainable artistry. The craft has evolved over 400 years, with artisans dedicated ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
What is Kiswah?
The Kiswah is set to be displayed at the Islamic Arts Biennale 2025. The event is set to take place at the Western Hajj Terminal of King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. This is the first time the complete Kiswah ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs