Rising from the ashes Subject: History Section: Art and culture Context: Masaan Holi is a unique two-day festival celebrated on various ghats of Varanasi, attracting devotees worldwide. It’s known for its distinctive blend of spirituality, where participants use ashes from funeral pyres and gulal (pink powder) during the festivities, symbolizing a celebration of […]
‘Regrettable to criticize T M Krishna’ says Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin; derides criticism of Periyar by musicians Subject: History Section: Modern India (Personality) Context: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has publicly supported Carnatic vocalist T M Krishna amidst a controversy surrounding the awarding of the Sangita Kalanidhi title by the […]
T M Krishna conferred Sangita Kalanidhi Subject: History Section: Arts and Culture Context: Renowned carnatic singer T M Krishna has been conferred the Sangita Kalanidhi for 2024 by the Music Academy. More on news: T M Krishna highlighted the non-inclusive nature of the artform and the music season, wherein non-Brahmin musicians and certain […]
Son’s tribute to father, ‘piece of Gujarat in Delhi’: Story of ChausathKhamba Subject: History Section: Arts and Culture About ChausathKhamba: ChausathKhamba, also spelled ChaunsathKhamba, is a tomb built during 1623–24. It is located in Nizamuddin precincts of Sufi Muslim shrines and tombs in New Delhi, India. The name means “64 pillars” in Urdu […]
Ministry of Minority Affairs approves ‘Centre of Jain Manuscriptology’ (GUCJM) at Gujarat University Subject: History Section: Art and culture Context: In the spirit of ‘Virasat Se Vikas’ and ‘Virasat Se Samvardhan’, The Ministry of Minority Affairs inspired by ‘Panch Pran’ of Honorable Prime Minister, has approved the ‘Centre of Jain Manuscriptology (GUCJM) at […]
What is Cuttack’s famed silver filigree work, which recently received GI tag Subject: History Section: Arta and culture Context: The famous Rupa Tarakasi, or silver filigree work of Odisha’s Cuttack, has received the geographical indication (GI) tag. More on news: The Odisha State Cooperative Handicrafts Corporation Limited (Utkalika) had applied for the tag. […]
GI tag for Majuli masks of Assam: History, cultural significance of the centuries-old art form Subject: History Section: Arta and culture Context: The traditional Majuli masks in Assam were given a Geographical Indication (GI) tag by the Centre on Monday (March 4). More on news: Majuli manuscript painting also got the GI label. […]
Sabarmati Ashram Redevelopment Plan Subject: History Section: Modern India Context: The redeveloped ‘Kochrab Ashram’ inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad. More on news: On March 12, marking the 94th anniversary of the Dandi March that began from the Sabarmati Ashram, Prime Minister Narendra Modi performed the ‘Ashram Bhoomi Vandana’, a symbolic […]
Madhya Pradesh HC orders ASI survey of Bhojshala complex Subject: History Section: Art and culture Context: The Indore Bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court on Monday directed the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to conduct a scientific survey of the Bhojshala Temple-Kamal Maula Mosque complex situated in the State’s Dhar district. More […]
GI recognition for Narasapur crochet lace craft revives hopes of struggling artisan Subject: History Section: Art and Culture Context: The Narasapur crochet lace craft from the Godavari region of Andhra Pradesh has been awarded the Geographical Indications (GI) tag, revitalizing this traditional craft. Details: Conferred by the Department of Promotion of Industry and […]