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ART AND CULTURE - March 2019

Mar 2019

Jun 29, 2023

Banking on World Heritage: Depicting Cultural Treasures through Banknotes

The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) is set to host an extraordinary exhibition titled 'Banking on World Heritage'. This unique exhibition, curated by Rukmini Dahanukar, founder of 'Money Talks' and an independent scholar, will showcase banknotes featuring world heritage sites listed by UNESCO. The exhibition aims to provide a novel perspective on these cultural treasures and will be held at IGNCA from June 30 to July 9, 2023. This event holds significance as it aligns with India's presidency of the G-20 Summit, India's 75th year of independence, and the 50th year of UNESCO's World Heritage Convention.
The exhibition will be inaugurated by Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture, Meenakashi Lekhi. The inauguration ceremony will witness the presence of High Commissioners and Ambassadors from G20 countries. The theme of the exhibition, 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' or 'One Earth One Family One Future' perfectly encapsulates the outstanding universal values of world heritage.
This exhibition offers a remarkable opportunity for visitors to witness the depiction of UNESCO World Heritage Sites through banknotes. The member countries of the G-20 have contributed their currencies, making this collection a valuable representation of diverse civilizations. Each banknote serves as a miniature canvas, highlighting the grand monuments and historic wonders that have shaped our shared human history.

Jun 28, 2023

Environment Ministry Gives Final Nod to 'Kalaignar Pen Monument'

The Tamil Nadu state government's proposal to construct the Kalaignar Pen Monument at Chennai's Marina Beach received Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) clearance from the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). The clearance came with certain conditions that need to be met to ensure the protection of the marine ecosystem and wildlife.
The CRZ clearance was granted based on recommendations from the Expert Appraisal Committee (CRZ) and the Tamil Nadu Coastal Zone Management Authority.
The pen monument will be dedicated to M. Karunanidhi and will be constructed as a tribute to his legacy.

Jun 26, 2023

Ladakh Holds UT-level Science, Mathematics and Environment Exhibition-2023

In Ladakh, the UT-level Science, Mathematics and Environment exhibition-2023, organized by DIET culminated at Kargil.
During the event, model exhibitions on the theme 'Technology and Toys' by 36 teams of Leh and Kargil were displayed.
Later, a seminar on Scientific Innovation for a sustainable future was held at Auditorium Hall, Kargil.
A total of 36 teams from Leh and Kargil participated in the UT-level event and 21 teams will contest in the national-level competition.

Jun 18, 2023

NMML Renamed Prime Ministers' Museum and Library Society

The Nehru Memorial Museum and Library Society housed in Teen Murti Bhavan premises was renamed as Prime Ministers' Museum and Library Society, prompting sharp reactions from the Congress.
Teen Murti Bhavan served as the official residence of India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru.
In a special meeting of the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library Society (NMML), it was resolved to change its name, the Culture Ministry said.
The meeting was presided over by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who is the vice president of the Society.

Jun 17, 2023

India Makes Debut at Annecy International Animation Festival

India's Animation, Gaming, Visual Effects, and Comics (AVGC) sector made a remarkable impression on the global stage as the country participated for the first time at the prestigious Annecy International Animation Festival (AIAF) in France. Led by Apurva Chandra, Secretary of Information and Broadcasting, an Indian delegation comprising eminent personalities from the animation industry actively showcased India's prowess in creating animation and VFX content for global audiences at the AIAF.
Secretary Apurva Chandra highlighted India's commitment to nurturing the AVGC sector by providing attractive incentives to foreign companies interested in producing AVGC content in India. He emphasized that these incentives are equivalent to those provided for shooting films in the country, presenting a lucrative opportunity for companies to leverage the benefits.
During the festival, Secretary Chandra held discussions with Michael Marin, Director of AIAF, to explore avenues for enhancing India's engagement with Annecy.

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