Lt. Governor (J&K), Manoj Sinha and Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar Inaugurate the 24th Divya K...
The 24th Divya Kala Mela commenced at Gulshan Ground, Jammu, with a grand inauguration by the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, and Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar. The 11-day fair, organised by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, aims to celebrate and empower persons with disabilities by providing them with a national platform to showcase their entrepreneurial and artistic talents.
Addressing the gathering, Sinha emphasised the crucial role of persons with disabilities in shaping a self-reliant India. He reiterated the government's commitment to fostering inclusivity and economic independence for Divyangjan. Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar highlighted Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's visionary approach in redefining the perception of persons with disabilities by introducing the term Divyangjan, signifying their strength and resilience.
Feb 13, 2025
MoHUA Launches 'Culinary, Crafts & Clicks' Festival
The Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA) is hosting "Culinary, Crafts & Clicks – Moods & Magic", a Festival of Street Food & Handicraft at Amrit Udyan, Rashtrapati Bhavan till February 23, 2025.
This initiative aims to celebrate India's diverse street food and handicraft, offering self-help groups (SHGs) from across India and street food vendors, a platform to enhance their reach and integrate into mainstream markets.
A key highlight is the Street Food Festival, featuring authentic flavours from across the country, alongside 40 SHGs led by women entrepreneurs, displaying handcrafted artifacts, artisanal products, and traditional delicacies.
Feb 12, 2025
Exhibition "Legacy of Indo- Oman Relations" at Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar Hall, Delhi
The National Archives of India (NAI) in collaboration with the National Records and Archives Authority (NRAA), Sultanate of Oman, jointly inaugurated an exhibition on the theme 'Legacy of Indo-Oman Relations' at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, Janpath, New Delhi.
The event was graced by esteemed dignitaries, historians, and scholars from both nations.
The joint initiative aimed to promote cultural understanding and academic research through archival exchanges.
Feb 09, 2025
Fort William Renamed as 'Vijay Durg'
In a step towards decolonisation, the Indian Army renamed Kolkata's Fort William, the headquarters of its Eastern Command, as 'Vijay Durg'. The decision reflects India's commitment to honouring its indigenous military history over colonial relics. Inspired by the historic Vijaydurg Fort in Maharashtra, which served as a naval stronghold under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, this renaming aligns with the government's broader push to erase colonial imprints from institutions and landmarks.
It was Built in 1781 by the British and named after King William III of England.
Feb 08, 2025
Surajkund Mela
The 38th Surajkund International Crafts Mela is being held from February 7 to 23. The Surajkund Mela will see a spectacular showcase of regional and international crafts, handlooms, and traditions along with some mouth-watering multi-cuisine food for the visitors. The mela, which attracts more than a million Indian and international visitors, is organised by the Surajkund Mela Authority and Haryana Tourism in collaboration with union ministries of tourism, textiles, culture and external affairs.
Theme states of 'Surajkund Mela' in 2025 are Odisha and Madhya Pradesh and BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) countries- Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand- are the partners.
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