5-day Chilika Shelduck International Folk Festival begins in Odisha's Khordha

Nov 10, 2024

The festival which celebrates the traditions and cultural heritage of Odisha is held at the Purvasha Folk and Tribal Art Museum in Khordha.

President Murmu to present Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards for 2022 and 2023 to 94 eminent artists tomorrow

Mar 05, 2024

President Droupadi Murmu, will confer Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards (Akademi Puraskar) for the years 2022 and 2023 to 94 eminent artists (two joint award)...

Indore Central jail inmates celebrate Navratrii, perform Garba and tribal folk dances

Oct 06, 2024

Prisoners at Indore Central Jail participated in Garba and worshipped Goddess Durga as part of the Navratri celebrations.

PM Modi meets Padma Shri awardee Parshuram Komaji Khune, lauds his contribution for tribal upliftment

Apr 09, 2024

"In Chandrapur yesterday, I was glad to have met Dr. Parshuram Komaji Khune, who was honoured with the Padma Shri last year. His remarkable...

Republic Day 2024: With 'Aavaahan' Kartavya Path revebrates with exquisite symphony of Indian musical instruments

Jan 26, 2024

The distinguished band comprising of 112 women artists played a variety of folk and tribal percussion instruments, becoming a powerful symbol of women's strength...

Meet Mangala Kanti Roy, 102, Padma Shri awardee in the field of 'folk music'

Jan 27, 2023

The centenarian was conferred with Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, in the 'Art (Folk Music)' category.