Gandhi Peace Award Matter Of Great Honour, Says Gita Press; Refuses To Accept Cash Prize
The Gandhi Peace Prize is an annual award instituted by the government in 1995, on the occasion of the 125th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi as a tribute to the ideals espoused by Mahatma Gandhi.
Jun 19, 2023, 15:31 PM IST
At Global Buddhist Summit, PM Modi Says Buddha's Teachings Solution To Global Problems
The prime minister noted that his government has constantly endeavored to propagate the Buddha's ideas and highlight the deep links Buddhism has with his birthplace in Gujarat and his Lok Sabha constituency Varanasi.
Apr 20, 2023, 12:21 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi To Address Inaugural Session Of Global Buddhist Summit Today
The discussion at the Summit will explore how the Buddha Dhamma`s fundamental values can provide inspiration and guidance in contemporary settings.
Apr 20, 2023, 07:13 AM IST
Culture of Telangana is world renowned: PM Narendra Modi greets people of state on its formation day
"Greetings to my sisters and brothers of Telangana on the state's Formation Day. People of Telangana are synonymous with hardwork and unparalleled dedication to national progress...," PM Modi said.
Jun 02, 2022, 11:56 AM IST
Telangana Formation Day: Events planned in Delhi, CM K Chandrashekhar Rao greets people - Know more about India’s youngest state
The programme aims to highlight the roots of the land of culture, heritage, architectural magnificence and unsung heroes of India`s youngest state, which is celebrating its eighth anniversary this year.
Jun 02, 2022, 07:35 AM IST
Delhi’s National Gallery of Modern Art celebrates 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' with Kala Kumbh
Director-General of National Gallery of Modern Art Adwaita Garanayak said that the works of art done on the gigantic scrolls will form an integral part of the Republic day celebrations 2022, marking a unique collaboration between the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Defence.
Jan 15, 2022, 08:06 AM IST
Ministry of Culture announces seven new circles of Archaeological Survey of India
Patel said that the Ministry of Culture has taken this step in accordance with the Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to facilitate and strengthen the process of preservation and registration of archaeological monuments.
Aug 26, 2020, 23:12 PM IST
Amol Palekar's speech repeatedly interrupted for criticising Ministry of Culture move
A video available on social media showed Palekar criticising the Ministry of Culture for reportedly scrapping the advisory committees at the gallery's Mumbai and Bengaluru centres.
Feb 10, 2019, 12:55 PM IST
Give documents on not declaring Jama Masjid as protected: Delhi High Court
It was also informed that as Jama Masjid was not a centrally-protected monument, it does not fall within the purview of the ASI.
Sep 07, 2017, 20:06 PM IST
Digital classrooms to impart performing arts education
Art lessons will no longer be a monotonous interaction between teachers and students in classrooms, thanks to the exclusive online platform "Virsa", which was launched recently with an aim to give free digital learning on Indian culture and music to children across India.
Aug 01, 2016, 02:43 AM IST
Culture Ministry gave Rs 2.5 crore for Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s World Culture Festival
The Union Ministry of Culture gave Rs 2.5 crore for the Art of Living foundation’s World Culture Festival to be held on the fragile banks of Yamuna this weekend.
Mar 10, 2016, 10:28 AM IST
3D digitisation of artefacts in National Museum
National Museum has taken up a project for 3D digitisation of artefacts that would enable virtual viewing of the objects with minute details.
Jan 07, 2016, 13:32 PM IST
