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Vedanta Aluminium launches Project Kalakriti: A livelihood project for wom
Updated : 2 years ago IST
Jharsuguda (Odisha) [India], May 28: Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest producer of aluminium, has inaugurated a traditional art and crafts training programme as a part of its project Kalakriti. This initiative has been introduced to foster sustainable livelihoods by training local women in
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Tripura Puppet Theater conducts puppetry classes for children to encourage
Updated : 2 years ago IST
Speaking exclusively to ANI during one of his evening puppet classes, Prabitanghsu Das said, "Once upon a time, traditional puppetry was very famous in Tripura, Assam and other parts of the NE region. The traditional string puppetry originated in Bangladesh and gradually made inroads in Assa
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Udhampur couple revives traditional bamboo-craft art form with J-K govt's
Updated : 2 years, 6 months ago IST
A husband-wife duo in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, has revitalised the bamboo craft industry. Engaged in the age-old craft, Meena Devi and her husband Bishan Dass have not only revived this traditional art form but have also embraced modernization with the latest machines provided by the gov
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Himachal celebrates Pahari Diwas, promotes age old folk dance, sport 'Thod
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
With an intent to promote and preserve traditional art and culture of the north Indian hill state, people across Himachal Pradesh celebrated 'Pahari Divas' with pomp and fervour on November 1.
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PM Modi to launch ‘PM Vishwakarma’ scheme for traditional artisans, crafts
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
This comprehensive scheme will benefit artisans and craftspeople in rural and urban areas across India. It encompasses eighteen traditional crafts, including carpenter, boat maker, armourer, blacksmith, hammer and tool kit maker, locksmith, goldsmith, potter, sculptor, stone breaker, cobb
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PM Modi to launch ‘PM Vishwakarma’ scheme for traditional artisans, crafts
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
"PM Vishwakarma" represents a significant stride toward preserving India's cultural heritage, empowering skilled artisans, and promoting the rich tradition of craftsmanship that has endured for generations. The primary objective is to enhance the quality and reach of products and services
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Lac bangles to Papier Mache: Traditional artists showcase India’s art form
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
India has something interesting in store for the delegates and their spouses at the G20 Summit in the form of handicrafts and handlooms from different states.
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Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Sets a World Record with a Grand Pookalam Depic
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Kochi (Kerala) [India], August 24: As part of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank's Onam celebration, a larger-than-life Pookalam, the traditional art form of Kerala, extending over 2450+ sq. ft. was meticulously created in a remarkable display of cultural pride and creativity. The magnificent floral
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Kashmir's young female artist finds solace in calligraphy, becomes catalys
Updated : 3 years ago IST
In a world consumed by technology and rapid changes, one young artist from north Kashmir's Bandipora district found solace and inspiration in the ancient art of calligraphy.
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International Performing Arts Festival Season 3 in Mumbai features a uniqu
Updated : 3 years ago IST
New Delhi [India], June 8: International Performing Arts Festival is all set to held 10 June, 11 June at Bhakti Kala Kshetra, ISCON temple Hare Krishna Land, Juhu, 6:30 pm onwards. The third season of the festival in Mumbai would offer some of the magnificent performances from fusion music t
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J-K: Traditional art of 'Calico printing' is being revived in Samba
Updated : 3 years ago IST
Self-help groups of the Rural Employment Livelihood Mission and the work under the UMEED program of the Department of Handicrafts have played a major role in preserving, reviving and promoting the art of printing in Samba. It is what is done on clothes.
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G20 at Srinagar - Pashmina.com selected to showcase the art of Pashmina in
Updated : 3 years ago IST
New Delhi [India], May 27: G20 is a summit that occurs annually under different presidencies and 2023 is the year when the presidency is honoured to India. As a country dedicated to democracy and multilateralism, India's presidency will mark a significant turning point as it works to adva
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