Art & Culture

Summary: The Significance of Pardes’ Craft Passing on the Legacy Pardes’ journey highlights the urgency of preserving traditional crafts. Though faced with physical challenges, he remains dedicated, hoping future generations will value and continue this art. As celebrations like Deepavali honor tradition, Pardes’ story reminds us of the artisans at the heart of these rituals,…

Celebrating Diwali Amid Social Media Hate This Diwali, Trafalgar Square in London will again transform into a vibrant venue for the Indian community’s festivities. In a video announcement, Mayor Sadiq Khan wished Londoners a joyous Diwali, celebrating unity and diversity. Yet, the message of inclusiveness encountered an ugly side on social media, with numerous comments…

Why Is There Confusion Over Diwali’s Date This Year? Every year, Diwali, the Festival of Lights, lights up homes and hearts across India. Yet, in 2024, there has been considerable debate among astrologers and spiritual leaders regarding the exact day for the main Diwali celebrations. Some insisted on October 31, while others leaned towards November…

The Gandhi Shilp Bazar, a week-long celebration of traditional handlooms and handicrafts, was inaugurated today at Urban Haat, Rajabari, Dimapur. Organized by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) in collaboration with the Handicrafts Service Centre, Kohima, the event runs from October 21 to October 27, 2024, featuring the craftsmanship of 11 handloom weavers and…

News Summary: How Does Assam Celebrate Durga Puja?As Durga Puja approaches, the entire state of Assam comes alive with excitement and devotion. The five-day festival, beginning on Maha Sashthi and culminating on Vijaya Dashami, marks a significant religious event for the Assamese people. But what makes Durga Puja so unique in Assam? One of the…

News Summary: Why did the High Court order a search of the Isha Foundation? The Madras High Court ordered a search at Sadhguru’s Isha Foundation following a petition by Dr. S. Kamaraj, who alleged that his two daughters, Geetha and Latha Kamaraj, were being held against their will. Dr. Kamaraj claims the foundation is brainwashing…

A month-long Design and Technical Development Workshop on Natural Dyeing Craft has been inaugurated in Sarikushi, Nongpho, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya, following approval from the Ministry of Textiles’ Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicraft), Government of India. The workshop, organized by M/s Pratikshya, an NGO based in Assam, aims to train local artisans in creating eco-friendly,…