art and culture

25th Jahan-e-Khusrau Sufi Music Festival

Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 25th edition of the Jahan-e-Khusrau Sufi Music Festival at Sunder Nursery, New Delhi. About Jahan-e-Khusrau Festival It is a leading Sufi music festival in India, celebrating the spiritual and poetic legacy of Hazrat...

Marathi, Bengali, Pali, Prakrit And Assamese Get Classical Language Status

The Union Cabinet has approved classical language status for Marathi, Bengali, Assamese, Pali, and Prakrit, increasing the total number of recognized classical languages in India to 11. This decision aims to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of these...

Mahakumbh Mela 2025, Dates and Historical Significance

The Maha Kumbh Mela, the world's largest and most important religious festival, is being held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, from January 13 to February 26, 2025. The holy festival invites millions of pilgrims from all over the world to attain...

New ‘Gyan Bharatam Mission’ for Manuscripts

Context: The Union Budget 2025-26 announced a special mission for the survey, documentation and conservation of India’s manuscript heritage. About Gyan Bharatam Mission It is a special mission for the survey, documentation, and conservation of India’s manuscript heritage lying with...

Lezim Dance in Maharashtra, Origin and Instruments

Lezim Dance Lezim is a folk dance associated with Maharashtra, traditionally performed during marriage processions and cultural festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi. It is described as both a physical exercise and a dance, with formations in twos, fours or circles. Lezim...

Ram Mandir Temple, Pran Pratishtha, History and Architecture

The sacred city of Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh is vibrant with devotion and festivity, marking the first anniversary of the 'Pran Pratishtha' of Ram Lalla at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir. This milestone event, celebrated on January 22, 2025, symbolizes...

 Jallikattu Festival 2025: Bull-Taming Sport in Tamilnadu

Jallikattu Festival is a traditional bull-taming sport that is popular in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The word "Jallikattu" is derived from the Tamil words "Jalli" (meaning gold or silver coins) and "Kattu" (meaning tied), referring to the...

President’s Invite for ‘At Home’ to Honour Crafts from South

Context: Republic Day Invitees for the ‘At Home’ will receive a specially curated box of craftwork from the five southern States — Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh along with the card. GI Tagged Products Crafted for the...

Harvest Festivals in India, List of Festivals and Significance

India, known for its diverse cultural heritage, celebrates numerous harvest festivals that reflect the country's agricultural practices and regional traditions. These festivals mark the harvesting season, expressing gratitude towards nature and the hard work of farmers. Below is a comprehensive...

Parthsarthy Perumal Temple, History and Significance

Parthsarthy Perumal Temple The Parthsarthy Perumal Temple is a renowned 6th-century Hindu Vaishnavite temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, located in the heart of Triplicane, Chennai. With a rich history dating back to the Pallava dynasty, the temple has been a...