US Consulate General Kolkata celebrates English Access Scholarship Program Graduation
May 31, 2024, at 03:50 am
Kolkata/IBNS: In partnership with the Regional English Language Office (RELO) of the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, the U.S. Consulate General Kolkata, and the International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM) Kolkata, hosted the graduation ceremony of the English Access Scholarship Program today at the American Center in Kolkata.
May 26, 2024, at 08:42 pm
The Australian High Commission in India together with the Kiran Nadar Museum of Art (KNMA) is bringing a unique showcase of the immersive multimedia installation 'Walking Through a Songline' (WTAS) to New Delhi.
Feb 28, 2024, at 02:55 am
New Delhi/IBNS: New Delhi based Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) and Puducherry based Auroville Foundation, recently, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance the teachings and vision of the eminent philosopher and spiritual leader, Sri Aurobindo.
Jan 25, 2024, at 06:24 pm
In a harmonious blend of artistic expression and literary enrichment, Muskaan, in collaboration with Co-Scholastic, recently organised a captivating event featuring guest artist and author Namrata Jain at the Bal Bharati Public School, Ganga Ram Road, New Delhi.
Experts appreciate launch of book on mapping of the archives in India by IGNCA and UNESCO
Nov 25, 2023, at 01:58 am
New Delhi/IBNS: There is crucial need for continuous and diligent efforts in mapping the archives existing in India, said Dr. Sanjay Garg, Deputy Director, National Archives of India.
IGNCA to screen film on the Gond warrior queen Durgavati in Delhi
Oct 26, 2023, at 03:06 am
New Delhi/IBNS: The Media Centre of Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) will screen the film 'Rani Durgavati', on Thursday, October 26.
40th Surtarang singing talent hunt competition concludes in Delhi
Oct 14, 2023, at 06:45 am
New Delhi/IBNS: The 40th edition of national singing talent hunt organization Surtarang reached its conclusion at Kamani Auditorium, New Delhi on Oct 11, featuring some of the nation's most promising amateur singers.
World’s tallest bronze statue of Nataraja to grace G20 Summit 2023 venue in New Delhi
Sep 06, 2023, at 06:47 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Gracing the meeting venue of the G20 Summit in New Delhi will be a 27 feet high figure of Nataraja (the dancing Shiva) made of ‘ashta dhatu’ (octo alloy, bronze), which will highlight India’s traditional metallurgical skills.
IGNCA explores the various nuances of Radha, the divine consort of Krishna
Aug 24, 2023, at 07:19 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: While tomes are written about Lord Krishna, his beloved consort Radha often remains in the background.
Jul 28, 2023, at 04:14 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: A democratic inclination is essential for the literary sphere to prevent shrinking values from inducing fanaticism, said Prof. Badri Narayan, poet and social scientist, while delivering a special lecture at the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Kala Nidhi Division, New Delhi.
Jun 21, 2023, at 07:47 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Well-known musician and tabla player, GiMA award winning Pt Prodyut Mukherjee, regaled guests with his mastery over ‘tabla’ and ‘mouth percussion’ at the third edition of the International Performing Arts Festival (IPAF) held in Mumbai.
New Delhi: IGNCA to host an international seminar on Ramayana in South East Asia
Jun 12, 2023, at 09:48 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Ramayana is a common thread that binds India and South East Asian nations, such as Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar and Vietnam.
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.
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.
Lok Manjari: New book from IGNCA on the preservation of Indian folk songs and folk culture
Apr 26, 2023, at 07:29 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Are we doing enough to preserve our folk culture and teach them at the primary levels was one of the key questions raised by Prof. Molly Kaushal, Director, National Mission on Cultural Mapping, a unit of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA)
India to host Global Buddhist Summit; PM Modi to inaugurate
Apr 19, 2023, at 01:11 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be inaugurating the Global Buddhist Summit to be held in New Delhi on April 20 and 21 this year.
Feb 17, 2023, at 07:50 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Visitors to The India Art Fair 2023, recently held in New Delhi, were treated to an astonishing installation work which redefined the limits of mainstream art.
Feb 17, 2023, at 03:36 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Delhi got a glimpse of Lithuanian art and culture thanks to the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) Kaladarsana Division.
IGNCA Kala Nidhi Division observes 34th Foundation Day, with academic discussions to film festivals
Jan 31, 2023, at 06:15 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Interdisciplinary studies, the importance of literary museums, the need for a ‘national register’ of Indian culture and heritage, were some of the key aspects discussed during the 34th Foundation Day celebration of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) Kala Nidhi Division, held in New Delhi.
Nov 16, 2022, at 06:38 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan paid the most apt tribute to veteran Indian danseuse Dr Sonal Mansingh when he said her ‘life is a message of new hope.’
Anvi Singla showcases her concern for nature through her recent solo exhibition in Delhi
Jul 03, 2022, at 03:04 am
New DelhiIBNS: Gallery Sree Arts is holding a solo arts show by artist Anvi Singla until July 3 at Galerie Romain Rolland in Delhi.
Jun 30, 2022, at 11:15 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Several diplomatic missions in New Delhi have joined hands in the Pride Month to reaffirm their commitment to promoting universal human rights of the LGBTQI people and their right to live with dignity in a violence free environment.
Dahlia Aggarwal's exhibition Esoteric Conscience to open in New Delhi on May 28
May 24, 2022, at 06:57 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: An exhibition consisting of selected artworks of Dahlia Aggarwal is slated to open at New Delhi’s Galerie Romain Rolland (Alliance Francaise de Delhi), with a preview on May 28.
Gallery 1000A in New Delhi is hosting an exhibition by three eminent sculptors from Kolkata
Nov 16, 2021, at 11:35 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Delhi-based Gallery 1000A is currently hosting a group show by three well-known sculptors from Kolkata- Tapas Sarkar, Debobrata De and Barun Pramanik.
New Delhi: Schools to open for all classes from Nov 1 onwards, Chhath Puja allowed
Oct 27, 2021, at 10:19 pm
New Delhi/UNI: Schools will open for all classes in New Delhi from Nov 1 onwards while Chhath celebration is also allowed in the city, Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia announced on Wednesday.
Lakshyam distributes ration kits, solar lamps and other necessary items to underprivileged families
Sep 11, 2021, at 09:55 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Lakshyam, a social organization working largely for destitute women and children, recently organised a drive to distribute ration kits, solar lamps and sewing machines among slum-dwelling families in Delhi and Jharkhand.
Sunder Nursery to host the Classic Bagh Festival, an India-UK collaboration
Mar 13, 2021, at 03:25 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Designed as an immersive and environmentally conscious experience, the one-day ‘Classic Bagh Festival’ is scheduled to take place at the famous Sunder Nursery (formerly known as Azim Bagh, or Bagh-e-Azeem) this March.
#SaalBhar60: Delhiites seek policies to ensure air remains clean post lockdown
Jun 07, 2020, at 02:52 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: On World Environment Day, a large number of people joined a digital campaign called #SaalBhar60 to demand clean air in Delhi and other cities.
KNMA Delhi and STG Moscow present exhibition of contemporary Indian art in Russia
Feb 10, 2020, at 04:48 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Said to be the most extensive exhibition of Indian contemporary art to ever be presented, Extension.India, will open at the State Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow on June 17 and will be on view until September 6 2020.
Delhi-based NGO Sunaayy Foundation's Kolkata operations to complete one year in May
Feb 10, 2020, at 04:38 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The volunteer-run initiative in the Rashbehari area of south Kolkata oeprating under the umbrella of New Delhi based Sunaayy Foundation, will observe its first anniversary in May this year.