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ART AND CULTURE - November 2020

Nov 2020

Jan 23, 2025

Mumbai Hosts 13th Edition of India Art Festival

The 13th Edition of the India Art Festival captivates art enthusiasts in Mumbai, welcoming the largest collection of 40 art galleries and 550 artists at the Nehru Centre, Worli, from January 23 to 26, 2025. Following the grand success of its editions in Delhi and Bengaluru, the festival offers a dazzling array of 5,500+ artworks across diverse styles, mediums, and themes. The event was inaugurated by Prof. John Douglas, Dean, Sir, J J School of Art, Prof. Jayaram Poduval, HOD, Art History Dept, M S University Baroda and renowned artist Vilas Shinde on January 23, 2025.
Founded in 2011, the India Art Festival has grown into a premier platform for contemporary art, particularly for emerging and mid-career artists and mid-level art galleries.

Jan 22, 2025

Pangsau Pass International Festival

The Pangsau Pass International Festival (PPIF) 2025, held in Arunachal Pradesh, celebrates the region's cultural heritage and its historical significance during World War II.
Inaugurated by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, the three-day festival coincided with the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.

Jan 21, 2025

Flamingo Festival 2025 Concludes in Andhra Pradesh

The three-day Flamingo Festival 2025 in Andhra Pradesh concluded with calls to protect the rich biodiversity of the region, specifically in Pulicat Lake and Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary. The event, which attracted numerous visitors, particularly bird watchers and photographers, was hailed as a major success. The closing ceremony saw the participation of Ministers Anam Ramanarayana Reddy and Anagani Satya Prasad, who expressed their gratitude to Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu for the revival of the festival, which had been dormant for some time.
Held across several prominent locations in the region, the Flamingo Festival served as a platform to raise awareness about the ecological significance of these areas.

Jan 17, 2025

Gaan-Ngai 2025: A Celebration of Unity and Tradition in Manipur

The Gaan-Ngai festival, the largest cultural and religious post-harvest celebration of the Zeliangrong community, was held with grand celebrations in various regions of Manipur. Known for its vibrant cultural performances and traditional rituals, Gaan-Ngai brought together the people in a spirit of unity and celebration. The festival marked the transition from the old year to the new, with a focus on peace, prosperity, and community healing.
The festival was celebrated by the Zeliangrong people, consisting of the Zeme, Liangmai, Rongmei, and Puimei tribes.

Jan 14, 2025

Hatti Tribes of Himachal Begin Boda Tyohar Festival in Trans-Giri Region

The vibrant Boda Tyohar festival, the largest annual celebration for the Hatti tribes of the Trans-Giri region in Himachal Pradesh, kicked off with much enthusiasm and traditional fervour. The festival, which holds immense cultural significance for the three lakh-strong Hatti community, is set to continue throughout the month and will culminating in the end of the 'Magha' month (February 2025).

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