Art & Culture Current Affairs

Art & Culture Current Affairs 2024-25 covers all Current Affairs related to Indian Culture, Art and Heritage for UPSC , Civil Services, SSC, Railways etc. Exams. Latest Current Affairs in Indian Culture with all important News Updates.

Maharashtra’s Grand Memorial for Shivaji Maharaj

March 22, 2025

The Maharashtra government has taken step towards honouring Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. On March 21, 2025, an expert committee was formed under the Minister of Tourism to oversee the construction of a grand memorial in Agra. This site is historically as ..

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Aurangzeb’s Tomb

March 21, 2025

The tomb of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in Khuldabad, Maharashtra, is currently under scrutiny. Recent protests have sparked violent clashes in Nagpur. The protests demand the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb, which has been a symbol of historical grievances. In response, the ..

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Potti Sriramulu’s Statue in Amaravati

March 19, 2025

Recently, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced plans to install a 58-foot statue of Potti Sriramulu in Amaravati. This initiative commemorates Sriramulu’s very important role in the formation of Andhra Pradesh as a separate linguistic state. His 58-day ..

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Mudumal Menhirs

March 17, 2025

The Mudumal Megalithic Menhirs have been added to India’s tentative list of Unesco World Heritage Sites. Telangana currently has only one Unesco World Heritage Site, the Ramappa Temple, added in 2021. If approved, the Mudumal menhirs could become the state’s ..

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What is Geet Gawai?

March 12, 2025

The recent visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Mauritius brought into light the enduring cultural ties between India and the island nation. The Prime Minister was welcomed with a traditional Bhojpuri performance known as Geet Gawai. This event puts ..

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Amir Khusrau

March 3, 2025

Amir Khusrau was a very important figure in Indian history. His contributions to music, poetry, and culture have left a lasting impact on the subcontinent. Celebrated annually at the Jahan-e-Khusrau festival, Khusrau’s legacy is brought into light as a blend ..

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Herath Festival

February 26, 2025

Herath is festival for the Kashmiri Pandit community, marking their unique celebration of Mahashivratri. It typically begins on the 13th day of Phalgun, which falls in February or March, and lasts until the new moon. The term “Herath” is derived ..

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CISF Training Centre Renamed in Honor of Rajaditya Chola

February 26, 2025

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has recently renamed its Recruits Training Centre in Arakkonam to honour Rajaditya Cholan, a notable figure in Tamil history. This renaming, effective from February 24, 2025, commemorates the Chola prince who lost his life ..

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Battle of Karnal

February 25, 2025

The Battle of Karnal, fought on February 24, 1739, marked decline in the Mughal Empire. Nadir Shah, the Iranian ruler, decisively defeated Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah ‘Rangila’ in a matter of hours. This battle not only showcased the military prowess ..

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Jhumur Dance

February 24, 2025

On February 24, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the largest Jhumur event in history, celebrating the 200th anniversary of Assam’s tea industry. This event, named Jhumoir Binandini 2025, will take place in Guwahati’s Sarusajai Stadium. It aims to ..

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