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ART AND CULTURE - February 2023

Feb 2023

Aug 18, 2024

Central Bureau of Communication Organises Photo Exhibition on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day a...

An exhibition organised by the Central Bureau of Communication, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, marking the "Partition Horrors Remembrance Day" was held at Lalit Kala Academy (LKA), New Delhi from August 14 to 17, 2024.
This exhibition sought to bring to light the personal stories, the immense pain, and the lasting impact of the partition of 1947 on countless lives. This exhibition aimed to honour the memories of those who suffered and to foster a deeper understanding of the complexities and human cost of this historic event. It showcased historical photographs, videos & interactive displays, providing insights into the theme.
This exhibition was not only a reflection on the past but also an opportunity for the future generations, specifically the students and youth, to engage in meaningful conversations about how we can build a future grounded in empathy, reconciliation, and unity.

Aug 15, 2024

Ancient Solar Calendar Discovered in Turkey

In a groundbreaking discovery, archaeologists may have uncovered the world's oldest solar calendar at the renowned archaeological site of Göbekli Tepe in southern Turkey. This finding offers a fascinating glimpse into the sophisticated astronomical knowledge of our ancient ancestors.
At the heart of this discovery is a large stone pillar adorned with intricate carvings. These carvings, estimated to be nearly 13,000 years old, have captured the attention of researchers due to their potential significance in understanding prehistoric timekeeping and astronomical observations.

Aug 13, 2024

Ancient Maharashtra Rock Art Declared Protected Monument

The Maharashtra government declared the geoglyphs and petroglyphs in Ratnagiri as 'protected monuments' under the Maharashtra Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1960.
The group of petroglyphs at Deud, Ratnagiri, dates back to the Mesolithic era (roughly 20,000-10,000 years ago), according to a notification by the culture department.
Geoglyphs and petroglyphs are different types of ancient art forms. They involve the creation of images or designs on the earth's surface or rock surfaces.

Aug 10, 2024

Adivasi Mahotsav Held in Ranchi

The Adivasi Mahotsav-2024 was held in Ranchi on the occasion of the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples.
The two-day state-sponsored festival was held at Bhagwan Birsa Munda Memorial Park cum Museum in Jail Chowk, aiming at promoting tribal art, culture, lifestyle, cuisine, music and dance.
State Coordination Committee Chairman Shibu Soren, also a Rajya Sabha MP, inaugurated the third edition of the festival.
Artists from tribal communities of Mizoram, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tripura, Chhattisgarh and other states will participate in the festival, and showcase their traditions and culture.

Aug 08, 2024

World's Oldest Calendar Emerges in Turkey

The world's oldest calendar, carved onto an ancient pillar around 12,000 years ago, was discovered by UK archaeologists.
The timekeeping system, unearthed at the Gobekli Tepe site in mountains of Anatolia in Turkey, suggests people were accurately recording dates 10,000 years before it was documented in Greece in 150 BC.
Additionally, the carvings appear to depict a comet strike that wiped out large animals 13,000 years ago and triggered a mini ice age that lasted 1,200 years.

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